Little Caesars, the third largest pizza chain in the world, signed several new multi-unit development agreements to expand its presence across target markets in the U.S., fueling the brand’s ongoing efforts to grow with ambitious operating partners. As part of these deals, Little Caesars will open more than 30 new restaurants throughout San Diego, Memphis, Tampa, Raleigh, Minneapolis-St. Paul, San Antonio and Eugene.
Spearheading Little Caesars expansion across Southern California is experienced franchise owner Leo Gonzalez who operates multiple Little Caesars restaurants in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. Recognizing areas of opportunity to grow the brand across an untapped market, Gonzalez committed to open nine Little Caesars in San Diego over the next four years.
Co-owners of RJBL Pizza, new franchise owners Jocelyn Monperousse and Lissette Isabel will open the first traditional Little Caesars restaurant in Bradenton, Florida. Their five-unit agreement supports their development plans in the Tampa market going into 2027.
“The growth and momentum we’ve built in the first three months of 2024 underscores the strength and viability of Little Caesars. With a business model that’s built for our franchise owners, we’ve successfully garnered the attention of many experienced multi-unit operators,” said Patrick Cunningham, Vice President of U.S. Development at Little Caesars.
Little Caesars also plans to grow its footprint across the U.S. with its newest restaurant prototype – PODs. Featuring a design that’s built offsite, PODs have a quicker construction timeline than most traditional restaurants.