Viva Whataburger! New 24/7 restaurant opening on the Las Vegas Strip this fall.

2024-12-25 02:21:21 source: category:Stocks

Viva Whataburger! The brand, this week, announced a new restaurant opening on the Las Vegas Strip this fall.

The restaurant will mark the burger chain's entry to its 15th state, according to a statement released Monday.

The two-story restaurant will be located next to Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse − also set to open this fall −adjoining the Waldorf Astoria hotel and will be open 24/7, the brand reported.

“As the city that never sleeps... it only made sense to bring a Whataburger to the Strip,” Whataburger President and CEO Ed Nelson said in the statement. “We’re excited for both locals and visitors to sink their teeth into a fresh new option and find ways to customize their Whataburgers ‘just the way they like it.’”

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Easily recognized by its "Flying W" logo and distinctive architecture, a white and orange A-frame, Whataburger is known for its "famous 5-inch-bun" burger.

The brand, founded more than seven decades ago, first opened in Texas.

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More than 200 jobs to be offered

The new restaurant will offer jobs for people in the local community, with plans to hire 210 local employees, the brand said.

“We are proud to be partnering with such a beloved restaurant brand Whataburger, marrying our shared commitment to best-in-class operations and delicious, quality menu offerings. Our entire team is grateful to serve the Las Vegas community by providing new jobs and supporting local organizations,” said Brandon Strickland, Director of Operation for Panda Restaurant Group, partnering with Whataburger for the new location.

Natalie Neysa Alund covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on Twitter @nataliealund.

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