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(Clifton Park, NY) Dickey’s Barbecue is kicking things up at their Clifton Park location on Friday, February 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. During the grand opening
event Dickey’s will be serving $1 mouthwatering Pulled Pork Barbecue sandwiches and the chance to win free barbecue for a year.

 “Authentic barbecue is very hard to find in New York State,” said multi-unit franchise owner Reid Grubbs. “At Dickey’s we give New Yorkers a chance to taste hot off the pit barbecue at an
 affordable price.”


 Grubbs is a Virginia state native. He now resides in Queensbury, NY near his first Dickey’s Barbecue location. His previous career was in the finance sector. He was looking for a new career
 adventure when he signed on with Dickey's back in 2011.


 “Barbecue is a huge part of southern culture, but it translates really well to other parts of the country,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Our brand is
 really catching on up North and we’re excited to be sharing our passion for barbecue with New York.”


 This new location in Clifton Park is located at 22 Clifton Country Rd. and the store phone number is 518-396-5844. At Friday’s event, Dickey’s will be raffling off free barbecue for year, there
 will be three winners chosen.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Heating Up New York with Authentic Barbecue

(Dallas, TX) Everything is bigger in Texas. Dickey’s Barbecue has taken that saying a bit farther by growing Texas barbecue across the country.&nbsp; The nation’s largest barbecue franchise opportunity is expanding in new and existing markets in the first part of 2013 in areas such as Washington, California, Colorado, Utah and Virginia.
“We saw a groundswell of interest last year and the growth is showing no signs of slowing down,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., President and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp; “So much of the new development is actually coming from existing owners who are adding locations because of the great franchise opportunity that Dickey’s is able to provide – we have a business concept and support system that are second to none.”
The fast casual, 275-unit restaurant chain has maintained impressive growth adding almost 145 stores in just two years.&nbsp; The company currently has over 150 stores in development and is adding locations in key growth markets such as the Los Angeles market, in cities such as Burbank, Sherman Oaks and Studio City.&nbsp;&nbsp; These locations, plus additional development will bring store count in the California market to at least 22 new locations in the pipeline.
“It’s been an exciting time for my family and this company,” said Dickey.&nbsp; “The impact of our franchise system across the country has been a culmination of years of hard work and planning by our talented team.&nbsp; I’m humbled every time a new sign goes up and a new franchise owner opens their doors!”
In Utah and Colorado, existing franchise owner, John Thomsonis adding 7 new locations for a total of 18 sites for this multi-franchise owner. In Virginia, franchise owner Rutledge Simmons is developing in Alexandria, Falls Church and McLean while Army veteran Maricela Messner has 4 stores on tap with the first slated in Winchester.

Dickey’s Barbecue Set to Expand in New Markets

(Vernal, Utah) Owning one restaurant is a huge undertaking, owning eleven just seems impossible. Dickey's milti-unit franchise owner, John Thomson, is proving the impossible possible. Thomson is opening his eleventh Dickey’s Barbecue Pit this week in Vernal. The new location will open this Thursday, January 24 and the first 100 customers will receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.&nbsp;
“Since I joined Dickey’s, it has been a dream come true,” said&nbsp;Dickey's multi-unit franchise owner,&nbsp;John Thomson. “I’m passionate about the brand and I enjoy serving communities across Utah authentic pit smoked barbecue.”
Since Thomson began his career with Dickey’s he hasn’t stopped. Recently, Thomson became the Area Developer for Utah and Colorado and currently has eight stores in development in Utah, Colorado and Idaho, such as Sandy, Logan, Denver, Aurora, Pocatello, Twin Falls, and several others.
“John is a determined and enthusiastic owner,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We’re proud to have him on our team and taking the lead in expanding our brand across Utah.”
This new location is located off of I-40, in front of Lowe’s at 2085 W. Highway 40, Suite A and the store phone number is 435-789-9227.

Dickey’s Multi-Unit Franchise Owner Takes Over Utah

(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.

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(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/.

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