Dairy Queen is returning to Puerto Rico, with plans to open 20 DQ Grill & Chill restaurants by 2036. The brand last had restaurants in the country more than 20 years ago.
The agreement was signed with Caribbean Creamery, an affiliate of Richport Restaurants that owns and operates franchised restaurants in Puerto Rico.
Nicolas Boudet, COO, International, Dairy Queen, said they’ve chosen Caribbean Creamery as its franchisee based on their operational expertise and long-term commitment to the market.
“This new deal expands our established footprint in the Caribbean, Central America, and Mexico,” said Nicolas Boudet, COO, international, at International Dairy Queen.
“We look forward to working alongside Caribbean Creamery to introduce the DQ brand to fans across Puerto Rico.”
The first DQ restaurant is set to open in San Juan in the first quarter of next year and will serve both hot food and treats.
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