Minnesota Welcomes Another Dickey's Barbecue Pit

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Oct. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. continues expansion in Minnesota, opening its first location in Eden Prairie at 13250 Technology Drive.

"Dickey's is a novel concept with quick-serve, quality barbecue," said the local franchisee Dave Brooks. "There's nothing like it in the area, so it was the perfect choice."

Brooks owns and operates three Dickey's Barbecue locations in Minnesota. This is the 177th location nationwide.

"We are excited to open the doors to Dickey's Barbecue in Eden Prairie. It's a great community and I look forward to interacting with the customers on a daily basis," said Brooks.

The restaurant remains anchored in Texas, where the first location opened in 1941 and holds a 46 percent growth rate with a goal of 200 stores by year's end.

"We are excited about this opportunity in Eden Prairie and trust Dave Brooks will make this another fantastic location. It's a great market for hickory-smoked barbecue, and we look forward to expanding our presence in the community," said Roland Dickey, Jr., President of DBRI.

Dickey's Barbecue offers a quality selection of signature meats, home style sides and tangy barbecue sauce.

For more information, including a full menu, other restaurant locations and franchising opportunities, please visit www.dickeys.com.

About Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants

Founded in 1941, Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants began in Dallas, Texas. More than 70 years later, Dickey's is now the fastest growing barbecue chain in the country. Beginning with an aggressive growth strategy and proven business model, and since implementing its proprietary five revenue streams for business growth, Dickey's is on track to become the largest barbecue chain in the country by the end of 2011. Currently, Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants can be found in more than 35 states and 175 locations nationwide. For more information on partnering with Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants in any location, call (866) 340-6188 or visit www.dickeys.com. Dickey's: Passionate about the Art of Great Barbecue.

Media Contact:
Amy Vercher
972.248.9899
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SOURCE Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.

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