Bojangles to open 20 new stores in Phoenix

Bojangles is expanding its footprint in the Southwest.

The fast-casual chain has signed a multi-unit development agreement with LVP Restaurant Group, LLC, that will bring 20 new locations to Phoenix. The agreement follows the group’s partnership with Bojangles, signing a multi-unit development agreement last year to bring 20 first-to-market restaurants to Las Vegas, and 10 non-traditional units in TravelCenters of America locations across the Western U.S.

“With the consumer demand for chicken at an all-time high, there has never been a better time to be in the segment, and our new boneless platform has resonated strongly in each new market we enter,” said Jim Cannon, chief development officer at Bojangles. “We know guests in Phoenix are going to love the Southern flavor of Bojangles food and hospitality, and we look forward to working closely with the LVP and Kingsbarn [Realty Capital] teams to open these restaurants.”

North Carolina-based Bojangles opened 40 new restaurants in 2023, with 10 being in new markets. It also added 270 units to its “growth pipeline” last year through franchising agreements.

“We are firm believers in the direction Bojangles is heading, and we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to increase our commitment with the brand, expanding its footprint into Phoenix,” said Jeanette Davis, VP of food and franchised brands at LVP Restaurant Group. “From our experience in the market, we know excellence is required to stand out and attract customers throughout all dayparts. Bojangles will be welcomed with open arms in the West Valley, and we are excited to be a part of the journey.”

Before joining LVP, Davis served as the director of operations of 13 different quick-service restaurant brands within 107 locations across the U.S. LVP’s portfolio includes Arby’s, Carl’s Jr. and Subway locations.

Founded in 1977, Bojangles operates more than 800 restaurants in 17 states.