Cousins Maine Lobster to Open New Franchise in Lubbock, Texas

Cousins Maine Lobster is set to expand into West Texas, following a multi-year deal with franchisees Chris Wilson and Gary Andrews.

Oct 22, 2024 - 16:02
Oct 22, 2024 - 14:03
Cousins Maine Lobster to Open New Franchise in Lubbock, Texas
Chris Wilson and his Lubbock team attending his corporate operations training at Cousins Maine Lobster’s corporate location in Nashville, TN.

Cousins Maine Lobster is set to expand into West Texas, following a multi-year deal with franchisees Chris Wilson and Gary Andrews. The company, known for its lobster rolls, chowder, and whoopie pies, has attracted customers across Texas, catalyzing this new expansion.

Wilson is an experienced franchise owner who has previously worked with Sonic and Slim Chickens. Along with Andrews, Wilson currently owns six Slim Chickens units in the Lubbock area. Andrews is also part of the executive team of Lubbock-based GRACO Real Estate Development, a commercial real estate company. The duo plans to open their first Cousins Maine Lobster unit within four months of signing the franchise agreement.

The first food truck is set to launch in the Lubbock metro area. It will serve all of West Texas and Northwest Oklahoma, including Amarillo, Midland, Odessa, Wichita, and San Angelo. The Grand Opening of their first truck will be at the West End Shopping Center in Lubbock, TX, on Saturday, October 26th.

Angela Coppler, Head of Development for Cousins Maine Lobster, expressed excitement over the partnership with Wilson and Andrews, citing their operational prowess and development skills. Wilson also expressed his enthusiasm about joining the Cousins Maine Lobster family and introducing the brand to the West Texas community.