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(Limerick, PA) Dickey’s is heating up across Pennsylvania. The nation’s largest barbecue franchise is opening its third Pennsylvania location in Limerick on Thursday, January 24 at 11 a.m. In honor of this big day the restaurant will be giving the first 100 customers a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.
“The Limerick community is very excited that we are bringing Dickey’s to the area,” said franchise owner Dan Butler, who operates this location with his business partner Matthew Disharoon. “We received so many phone calls from people saying how much they love barbecue and begging us to open soon!”
Butler is from Harleysville. Along with his new restaurant ownership, Butler owns his own DJ and photo booth business. After the partners open the Limerick location they plan on opening at least three more in the surrounding cities.
&nbsp;“Dickey's Barbecue is really gaining traction in Pennsylvania,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “The state has many great sites available for potential franchise owners so we’re excited to expand our authentic barbecue brand.”
This new barbecue restaurant is located off of Lewis Road, near Amelia’s Grocery Outlet. The store phone number is 484-791-3452. Dickey’s also has locations in Bethlehem and Wescosville.

Dickey’s Barbecue Opens its Third Location in Pennsylvania

(Daytona Beach, Florida) Dickey’s Barbecue has a deal that can’t be beat. The pit smoked barbecue restaurant is offering Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches for only two dollars every Sunday at the Dickey’s Barbecue in Daytona Beach.
“There’s not much you can buy for two dollars these days,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Daytona Beach is a growing market for our brand, and we are offering this special to invite customers to give us a try and taste authentic pit smoked barbecue.”
Dickey’s Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich is a buttery toasted bun filled with juicy pit smoked pulled pork that is smothered in Dickey’s signature barbecue sauce. It comes with pickles and onions all for just $2 every Sunday in Daytona Beach.
“We also offer free kid’s meals on Sundays,” said Dickey. “And, let’s not forget the free ice cream we serve every day. We’ve got one of the best deals and meals in town!”
Dickey’s Barbecue in Daytona Beach has been open since 2011. The store is located at 2525 West International Speedway Boulevard and the store phone number is 386.257.4227. For more information check out Dickey's Barbecue Pit of Daytona Beach on Facebook and stayed tuned for more promotions for the upcoming Daytona 500 Event.

Dickey’s Barbecue in Daytona Beach Pulls out the Stops on Sundays

(Rogers, AR) Dickey’s Barbecue is building momentum throughout Arkansas. The world’s largest barbecue chain is developing new locations in the state with Lowell and Siloam Springs already open and Rogers, Bentonville, Fayetteville, Searcy and Little Rock set to open soon.
"We are starting to see an uptick in interest in Arkansas and are thrilled with the excitement surrounding our brand,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We have very energized franchise owners in Arkansas and we know they are going to make the Dickey’s brand grow and prosper in the state.”
Dickey’s Barbecue added almost 100 stores last year and is planning to add at least that many new locations nationwide in 2013. The new location in Rogers, off of Promenade Boulevard, will be owned by Jared Thompson.
“I see a lot of opportunity to expand Dickey’s in this market,” said local franchise owner Jared Thompson. “It will be exciting to see the growth over the next three years.”
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opened its first location in Dallas in 1941. With every new restaurant, the company creates additional jobs for landlords, brokers, construction companies, and of course the city itself. This is great news for Arkansas.
Dickey’s Barbecue offers a quality selection of signature meats, home style sides and tangy barbecue sauce. All meats are slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. For more information, including a full menu, other restaurant locations and franchising opportunities, please visit <a href="http://www.Dickey.com" title="Dickeys Barbecue Pit" target="_blank">Dickey's website</a>.

Dickey’s Barbecue is Firing Up Across Arkansas

(Lodi, CA) Dickey’s Barbecue is ready for a celebration in Lodi and customers will be able to satisfy their barbecue craving for just one dollar! This Friday, January 11, Dickey’s is hosting a grand opening event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Big Barbecue Pulled Pork sandwiches will be sold for a $1 and three lucky customers will win free barbecue for a year.
“Our pit smoked barbecue is unique to the Lodi community,” said local owner Rod Cochrum. “We’re passionate about the art of great barbecue and want our customers to enjoy every bite.”
This restaurant is located at 1379 S. Lower Sacramento Road, in the Lowes shopping center. Dickey's is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The store phone number is (209) 365-9021.
“We’re proud to not only provide this great community with lip-smacking lunch and dinner, but excellent catering options,” said Cochrum. “We cater any event big or small, we do it all.”
Don’t forget every Monday now through February, Dickey’s Barbecue is offering $2 Big Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches. This deal will make your mouth water; Dickey’s fills a buttery toasted bun with juicy marinated chicken breast, pickles, and onions and then smothers it in Dickey’s signature barbecue sauce.

Don’t Miss the Party at Dickey’s in Lodi

(Levelland, TX) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Levelland is starting the year off with a bang! This location will be throwing a smokin’ hot grand opening celebration on Friday, January 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At the event, customers will enjoy $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches and there will be a drawing for free barbecue for an entire year.
“We’re so grateful to our family, friends, and employees who have been beside us from the beginning,” said Nikki Wisdom. “We never could have done this without all their help.”
This store is located at 512 South College Avenue and the store phone number is 806.568.PORK. For promotions and news on this store, check out their Facebook page.
“Since we opened, the Levelland community has been amazingly supportive,” said local owner Alan Wisdom who owns and operates this location with his wife Nikki. “The best thing about being a new restaurant owner is the interaction with the public.”
Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs that come with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey's famous barbecue sauce. There’s something for everyone at Dickey’s.
This location's Facebook page.

Hot Pit Smoked BBQ at Dickey’s Grand Opening Event

(Levlland, Texas) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Levelland is starting the year off with a bang! This location will be throwing a smokin’ hot grand opening celebration on Friday, January 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At the event, customers will enjoy $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches and there will be a drawing for free barbecue for an entire year.
“We’re so grateful to our family, friends, and employees who have been beside us from the beginning,” said Nikki Wisdom. “We never could have done this without all their help.”
This store is located at 512 South College Avenue and the store phone number is 806.568.PORK. For promotions and news on this store, check out Dickey's Barbecue Pit- Levelland, Texas on Facebook.
“Since we opened, the Levelland community has been amazingly supportive,” said local owner Alan Wisdom who owns and operates this location with his wife Nikki. “The best thing about being a new restaurant owner is the interaction with the public.”
Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs that come with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey's famous barbecue sauce. There’s something for everyone at Dickey’s.

(Mansfield, TX) Dickey’s Barbecue isn’t slowing down in 2013. The world’s largest barbecue franchise is satisfying the barbecue craving throughout the country and with over 100 locations in Texas, the franchise has a lot to celebrate. Local owner Brandon Monroe is ready to kick up his heels and celebrate the grand opening in Mansfield on Thursday.
“We’re so proud to be a part of this growing brand,” said local owner Monroe who lives in Mansfield with his wife Brooke. “We enjoy serving our community authentic pit smoked barbecue and providing them with excellent customer service.”
What: Dickey’s Grand Opening Celebration
Local franchise owner Brandon Monroe invites all barbecue fanatics to join in the celebration and enjoy $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches and enter into a chance to win free barbecue for an entire year.
Where: Dickey’s Barbecue Pit located at 3807 East Broad Street, suite 125 near Mansfield Sports Complex and the phone number is 817-717-7295.
When: Thursday, January 10, 2013, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Who: Local owner Brandon Monroe and 96.3 KSCS

Dickey’s Celebrates a Grand Opening in Mansfield

(DALLAS, TX) Mondays may be your new favorite day. Every Monday through February, Dickey’s Barbecue is offering $2 Big Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches.
“Our Big Barbecue Chicken Sandwich is always a best seller and we are pleased to offer this limited-time deal to ring in the New Year,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Our marinated chicken breast is a healthy option for customers looking for a wholesome menu choice at a great price.”
Dickey’s Big Barbecue Sandwich is a buttery toasted bun filled with juicy marinated chicken breast and is smothered in Dickey’s signature barbecue sauce. It comes with pickles and onions all for just $2.
Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs that come with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey's famous barbecue sauce. There’s something for everyone at Dickey’s.

Dickey’s Barbecue Is Offering Mouthwatering Mondays for Limited Time

(Houston, TX) Dickey’s Barbecue is adding to its Texas fleet in the Houston Galleria area. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit will open its doors on Friday, January
4 and the first 100 customers will receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

 “We are huge barbecue fans so Dickey's was a perfect fit for us,” said new franchise owner Jefferson Carroll Langham, Jr. “Dickey’s offers a sound business concept along with a well-run franchise
 system that made us very excited to join the concept.”


 Prior to owning a Dickey’s, Langham, Jr. was a property manager for his family's real estate firm. He grew up in the small town of Rice, Texas before moving to the Houston area when he was 18 years
 old.


 “I’m thrilled to be joining Houston's thriving business community and to have the opportunity to help provide jobs to the local people,” said Langham, Jr.


 This store is located in Houston’s Galleria area right on the main drag of Westheimer Road, just minutes from the Galleria Mall.


 Since 1941, the world’s largest barbecue franchise has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs designed to bring the whole family together for dinner. Family packs come
 with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey’s famous barbecue sauce.

Dickey’s Wins Over the Hearts of Houston

(Duncanville, TX) The year is winding down, but Dickey’s Barbecue isn’t slowing down. The world’s largest barbecue franchise is opening a new location
in Duncanville just before the New Year on Monday, December 31. The first 100 customers will receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

 “My family and I are excited to be opening our second Dickey’s location,” said multi-unit owner Mark Kerr. “We can’t wait to serve this great community our authentic slow smoked barbecue.”


 This new Dickey’s is located at the former Red, Hot and Blue at 106 East Highway 67 off of Main Street. The store phone number is 972-584-9099. Kerr also owns and operates the Dickey’s Barbecue in
 Cedar Hill.


 “There is no better way to end this year than with a new store opening!” said Roland Dickey, Jr., President and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We are proud to open our latest Texas
 location as we gear up for another record breaking year.”


 Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs that come with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey's famous barbecue
 sauce. There’s something for everyone at Dickey’s.

Ring in the New Year with Dickey’s Barbecue

(Asheville, NC) This Friday, December 14, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit will open for business at its newest location in Asheville. Be one of the first 100 customers
in line and receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

 “The Asheville community is just as excited as we are to open,” said Fran Noel, who runs this location with her business partner Dorothy Elias. “This community needs an authentic barbecue
 restaurant and we are happy to be bringing Dickey’s slow smoked barbecue to the area.”


 Noel grew up in Morganton, but has lived in Asheville for more than 20 years. She considers herself a local. After working as a Certified Public Accountant for 16 years, Noel needed a change and
 owning a Dickey's Barbecue Pit seemed to be a great opportunity.


 “We have really taken North Carolina by storm,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., President and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We’re excited that the state has embraced our food and our brand.”


 This new location is in the Walmart shopping center at 1636 Hendersonville Road. The store phone number is 828-277-5221.


 Since 1941, the world's largest barbecue franchise has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs designed to bring the whole family together for dinner. Family packs come
 with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey's famous barbecue sauce.

Grab a Bite to Eat at Dickey’s in Asheville for Free

(Dallas, TX) Dickey’s Barbecue is kickin’ up its heels celebrating record sales this holiday season. The rapidly expanding national barbecue chain broke
system wide sales records with over $2 million in sales November 19-23. This represents a 45% increase in year-over-year sales.

 “We had an overwhelmingly positive response to our expanded holiday family meals,” said Roland Dickey, Jr. President and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “The day before Thanksgiving we
 saw a 63% increase in sales of individual proteins and full holiday meals – we’re already gearing up for round two of record breaking sales during the Christmas holiday.”


 Dickey’s Barbecue is officially the nation’s largest barbecue franchise and holiday catering experts. Dickey’s offers Smoked Turkey, Cajun Fried Turkey, Spiral Ham and the new Barbecue Honey Ham in
 select markets. Dickey’s sold out of holiday proteins in many locations. Sales included:


 •1,701 Smoked Turkeys sold


 •1,494 Cajun Fried Turkeys sold


 •125,000 pounds of signature baked potato casserole


 “Dickey’s is not only the segment leader in fast-casual barbecue, but now we also offer great tasting and unique catering alternatives for busy families,” said Dickey. “We are so proud of the
 quality holiday meals we offer and are excited so many families are inviting us to be part of their holiday meals across the country.”


 The Complete Holiday Meal includes cornbread dressing, gravy, baked potato casserole, green beans with bacon and 12 buttery rolls in addition to the custom prepared turkey or ham.


 For franchise opportunities call (866) 340-6188 or visit www.dickeys.com/franchise/.

Nation’s Largest Barbecue Chain Smokes the Competition and Prepares for the Second Round

(SALT LAKE
CITY, UT) Dickey’s Barbecue has turned the traditional ham on its ear by introducing a new lean, spiral cut ham glazed to perfection with a combination of sweet golden honey and Dickey’s signature
hickory smoke. Utah is the second market in the nation to begin serving Dickey’s new Barbecue Honey Ham.

 “We really took our time perfecting the ham recipe before we introduced it to our customers,” said Roland Dickey, Jr. president of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants. “Customers want flavor and our new
 Barbecue Honey Ham really delivers. It fits in perfectly with our core menu and also offers something new and exciting to our customers.”


 Sweet and smoky are unusual flavor partners, but when combined just right they create a mouthwatering combination. The new Barbecue Honey Ham is an average 6.5 pound ham, spiral cut for convenience
 and ease of serving. The ham is available on a sandwich, plate or as a whole ham.


 “Our new Barbecue Honey Ham is an excellent choice for the holidays or family dinners,” said Dickey. “We’ve tasted what’s currently in the market and, to me, nothing compares to the juicy and
 tender ham we are offering– it’s my new favorite thing on the menu!”


 Dickey’s Barbecue Honey Ham is now available in all twelve Utah locations.

Dickey’s New Barbecue Honey Ham Debuts in Utah

(Marshall, MN) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Marshall will be throwing a smokin’ celebration this Friday, December 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At the event, customers will enjoy $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue and there will be a drawing for free barbecue for an entire year.
“The Marshall community is extremely excited for our grand opening,” said Anthony Nwakama, owner of this location. “Since we opened the community can’t seem to get enough of our slow smoked barbecue and this Friday they will have a chance to satisfy their craving for only a dollar!”
This new location is at 900 Clarice Avenue just off Highway 23 and the store phone number is 507-401-2142. To keep up on all the fun exciting happenings at this location, visit them on Facebook.
“We can’t wait for our community to enjoy our Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich that is stacked high with our lip smackin’ signature pit smoked pork and topped with pickles, onions and barbecue sauce,” said Nwakama.
Since 1941, Dickey's Barbecue has offered free kids meals every Sunday and affordable family packs that come with a choice of two meats, three medium sides, six rolls and Dickey's famous barbecue sauce. There’s something for everyone at Dickey’s.

A Grand Celebration at Dickey’s Barbecue in Marshall

(Boca Raton, FL) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is throwing a smokin’ hot celebration at their Boca Raton location on Friday, December 14 at 11 a.m. Roland Dickey,
Sr., chairman of Dickey’s Barbecue and author of “Mr. Dickey’s Barbecue Cookbook” will be at the event, giving the first 50 people a copy of his cookbook.

 “Mr. Dickey is a true Texas pit master and having him host our grand opening is such a privilege,” said Boca Raton owner Carol Vu. “I can’t wait for Boca Raton to meet him!”


 At the grand opening, customers will indulge in $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join the celebration at 21073 Powerline Road between Glades Road and Palmetto Park. For
 more information call the store at 561-288-3490.


 “This has been an exciting time for us,” said Vu. “Just a few months ago I was in Barbecue University and now I’m serving authentic pit smoked barbecue to my local community.”


 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is building momentum all over the state of Florida. Currently, the world’s largest barbecue franchise has eight locations in Florida and is planning on adding at least two
 more locations in the coming months.

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Hot Pit Smoked BBQ at Dickey’s Grand Opening Event

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Ring in the New Year with Dickey’s Barbecue

Grab a Bite to Eat at Dickey’s in Asheville for Free

Nation’s Largest Barbecue Chain Smokes the Competition and Prepares for the Second Round

Dickey’s New Barbecue Honey Ham Debuts in Utah

A Grand Celebration at Dickey’s Barbecue in Marshall

Mr. Dickey Joins the Party at Dickey’s in Boca Raton

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