Bojangles, the popular Southern fast-food chain famous for its fried chicken, biscuits, and sweet tea, is making a comeback in the Tampa Bay area after a long absence. The brand plans to open a new restaurant in Pinellas Park.
The upcoming location will be at 7930 U.S. 19 N., at the former site of a Burger King. The deal was brokered by real estate agent Reid Burt, who confirmed that construction is underway. The 2,400-square-foot restaurant is part of a shopping plaza anchored by Ashley Furniture.
Burt stated that the store could open before the end of the year.
Bojangles has a loyal customer base drawn to its scratch-made biscuits, Cajun-seasoned fried chicken, and signature seasoned fries.
The chain was founded in 1977 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and has since expanded to over 800 company-owned and franchised locations. Although Bojangles once had several restaurants in the Tampa Bay area during the 1980s, those eventually closed. Currently, only a few locations operate in Florida.
The return of Bojangles to Tampa Bay marks a significant moment for fans of the brand and Southern cuisine enthusiasts in the region.
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