Dunkin' Brands to open 27 new locations in Louisiana

Canton, Mass. -- Dunkin' Brands Group said Tuesday it has signed agreements to develop 25 new Dunkin' Donuts and two Baskin-Robbins in Louisiana over the next several years.



Cities targeted for development include Baton Rouge, Shreveport and New Orleans.



"The state of Louisiana has been a priority growth market for Dunkin' Brands in 2011 and we're excited to expand our footprint in Baton Rouge, Shreveport and New Orleans," said Grant Benson, VP franchising and market planning, Dunkin' Brands.



Dunkin' Donuts said it is also looking to develop restaurants in Lake Charles, Lafayette, Monroe and Alexandria.