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Zaxbys, the Atlanta-based chicken restaurant franchise, Friday announced it has expanded into the Maryland market with plans to open three restaurants on the Eastern Shore through a franchise agreement with Curtis and Teresa Snyder, along with Teresa's father, Thomas Mitchell. (Photo courtesy of Zaxbys)
Zaxbys moves into MD with 3 locations planned for Eastern Shore
Listen to this articleZaxbys, the Atlanta-based chicken restaurant franchise, Friday announced it has expanded into the Maryland market with plans to open three restaurants.
Franchise co-owners Curtis and Teresa Snyder, along with Teresa’s father, Thomas Mitchell, have signed a territory agreement to open three locations on the Eastern Shore. The first Zaxbys in Maryland is slated to open in Cambridge in late 2025, with additional locations in Easton and West Ocean City/Berlin to follow.
The family’s real estate development company, which focuses on residential and commercial projects along the Eastern Shore, decided to diversify into the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector. After enjoying Zaxbys during a family trip to Fort Mill, South Carolina, they were drawn to the brand’s strong presence in the growing boneless chicken market.
The first Maryland Zaxbys location will be built near Walmart in Cambridge, with a modern farmhouse design. Another location is planned near a new hospital development in Easton, and the third will be located in the West Ocean City/Berlin area.
In the long term, the family aims to expand further into Maryland, with potential plans for future locations in Salisbury.
Founded in 1990, Zaxbys has more than 950 locations in 17 states.
