California Pizza Kitchen Signs 2 International Development Agreements

Costa Mesa, Calif. — California Pizza Kitchen has signed two new international franchise agreements and plans to open seven international restaurants and two airport locations by year-end. These milestones follow the brand’s development momentum last year that included the launch of its domestic franchise program in December 2021.

Recently signed international deals include agreements in Costa Rica and Chile, bringing the brand’s locations to approximately 50 overseas restaurants. Additionally, new locations are set to open in India; Chile; Costa Rica; Alberta, Canada; as well as in the Santiago, Chile, and Costa Rica, San Jose, airports.

“We’re proud of our first quarter achievements and are eager to continue building upon our success to drive our expansion in the U.S. Our California-Forward casual dining concept is unlike any other in the restaurant industry and we’re ready to expand with new multi-unit restaurant operators,” says Giorgio Minardi, executive vice president of global and franchise operations. “Building on our steady presence overseas, we are optimistic about the possibility to strengthen our brand even further through our domestic franchise program. It’s an exciting time at CPK, and we look forward to welcoming new franchisees to the team and bringing our own slice of California to new markets nationwide.”

California Pizza Kitchen provides franchisees flexibility with customizable menus, design layouts and multiple daypart offerings so that each location can individually align with its consumer needs and thrive within their market. For more information, visit www.cpk.com/franchise.

In 1985, California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) opened its first restaurant in Beverly Hills, Calif., and introduced diners to innovative California-style pizza. Today CPK is a global brand serving creative California cuisine in nearly 200 restaurants in eight countries and U.S. territories. For more information, visit www.cpk.com.

SOURCE: California Pizza Kitchen