Bojangles, the Southern-born fast food chain known for its fried chicken and made-from-scratch biscuits, will open its first Tampa Bay restaurant in Pinellas Park on November 4 at 7930 U.S. Highway 19 North.
The move reflects Tampa Bay’s growing pull for national brands and new investment. For Bojangles, it marks another step in a larger plan that includes five Florida openings and 18 new locations nationwide before the end of 2025.
Expansion plans
The City of Pinellas Park confirmed the opening and announced a media-only “biscuit cutting” and tasting on November 3. The event will feature city officials and Bojangles executives welcoming the brand to Tampa Bay.
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“We are ecstatic about introducing Bojangles to the Tampa area and can’t wait to bring our unique Southern charm to Pinellas Park,” he said.
City Manager Bart Diebold called the restaurant a major win for the community, noting that Pinellas Park has built a consistent record of supporting business investment.
A win for Pinellas County
The restaurant will open to the public at 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4. Local leaders expect a strong turnout. Bojangles has also indicated more Florida openings are underway.
Pinellas Park reports more than 4,500 active businesses, with 92% employing fewer than 20 people and over 100 manufacturing firms operating within the city limits.
Bojangles will open its first Tampa Bay restaurant in Pinellas Park on Nov. 4, marking the brand’s Florida expansion. Photo courtesy of the City of Pinellas Park.
The bigger picture
For Tampa Bay business leaders, Bojangles’ arrival signals continued confidence in the region’s consumer economy. It also reinforces Pinellas County’s position as a center for both retail and industrial growth.
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National chains bring more than name recognition. They add jobs, increase tax revenue and show that the local market remains strong despite higher costs and shifting consumer habits.
Developers, brokers and investors can read this as further evidence of sustained demand for food and retail space in Tampa Bay.
What to expect
Residents and local business owners can take part in opening day activities and welcome the brand to the region.
Businesses interested in expansion can contact the City of Pinellas Park’s Community Development Department for help with site selection, permitting and partnership opportunities.
The bigger picture
Bojangles’ debut in Pinellas Park represents more than a single store opening. It highlights how national brands view Tampa Bay as a market with long-term promise.
Bojangles’ first Tampa Bay restaurant will open at 7930 U.S. Highway 19 North in Pinellas Park, just south of Gateway Centre Boulevard and north of Park Boulevard. Image courtesy of Google Maps.
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