Good news for barbecue lovers in Alberta! Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, the world’s largest barbecue brand, is cranking up the pit once again as part of its rapid expansion across Canada. The smoke is officially rising in Airdrie, Alberta, with a brand new restaurant slated to open its doors this month!
This new location, found at 400 Main Street North, is another huge step in Dickey’s mission to share its signature Legit. Texas. Barbecue. with the world.
“Opening in Airdrie is a tremendous opportunity,” said franchise owner Jamal Kayani. “We’re excited to bring real Texas barbecue to Alberta, where good food, strong community, and spirited hospitality go hand in hand. Our team is ready to serve the neighbors, families and friends who crave bold flavor and genuine connection.”
Brisket, Ribs, and Southern Comfort
Guests heading to the new Airdrie spot can expect every delicious thing that has made Dickey’s an American favorite for over eight decades. We’re talking:
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Perfectly smoked brisket
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Fall-off-the-bone ribs
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Juicy smoked chicken
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A wide, glorious array of classic southern sides like creamy mac and cheese, tangy barbecue beans, and fried okra.
The restaurant will offer dine-in, easy takeout, quick delivery, and catering options, so you can enjoy that taste of Texas wherever you are.
The Dickey’s team is confident that Canadian diners are perfectly suited for their brand. As Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group, puts it: “Dickey’s resonates here because the values of family, community and great barbecue are truly universal.”
This isn’t just about food; it’s about connection. “We believe in creating more than great barbecue; we build community spaces where people gather, share and belong,” added Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
Get ready, Airdrie! Your local barbecue scene is about to get a whole lot smokier.
Dickey’s has been recognized on Newsweek’s 2022 “America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains” list, Nation’s Restaurant News 2024 top fast-casual brands for value, and USA Today’s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. The brand has also ranked in the Top 20 of Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” for four of the past five years. Additional accolades include Entrepreneur’s Top 500 Franchise and Hospitality Technology’s Industry Heroes list. The brand has been featured by Fox News, Forbes, Franchise Times, The Wall Street Journal, and People Magazine.
For more information, visit Dickeys.com. For information about becoming a franchise partner, visit DickeysFranchise.com.
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