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Mountain Mike's plans 40 more stores in Southern California in 10 years

July 18, 2018

California-based Mountain Mike's Pizza has signed an area development agreement to expand the brand's footprint in Southern California by adding more than 40 units over the next seven to 10 years, a news release said. Most of the new locations will be situated in Riverside County as well as a portion of San Bernardino County.

The first is slated to open late this month in Moreno Valley, followed by locations in both Perris and Menifee. The brand currently has eight restaurants throughout Southern California in Inland Empire and Orange and San Diego counties.

"I've been a franchisee with Mountain Mike's for 11 years now so I know there is huge growth potential for our family-friendly pizza concept in Southern California," franchisee Robby Basati said in the release. "When the chance was presented to extend our brand commitment as a development agent in Riverside County and a portion of San Bernardino County, I immediately recognized it as a business opportunity I couldn't pass up. My team and I plan to open at least four to five locations each year. We couldn't be prouder to spearhead our growth in these markets."

The new restaurants will feature an updated store design with big screen TVs and a kids' activity area with arcade games.

"For 40 years, Mountain Mike's has been a popular choice for families and, with the help of passionate and knowledgeable franchise leaders like Robby, we're ready to introduce our beloved concept to more communities across the southland," said Chris Britt and Ed St. Geme, co-CEOs and principal owners of Mountain Mike's Pizza, LLC. 

"Mountain Mike's is primed for accelerated growth," Britt and St. Geme added. "We're currently seeking experienced franchisees and development partners to join us during this exciting growth phase as we plan to achieve 300 units or more within the next four to five years."