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title: "DQ Restaurant to Open in Montgomery, AL"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/26ca5772-bbc7-4fad-9df1-aa9527cfaf05
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260107_dq_restaurant_to_open_in_montgomery_al.html
category: "Snacks & dessert"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Snacks & dessert"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2026-01-07T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T16:51:34.457Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/dairyqueen.jpg
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# DQ Restaurant to Open in Montgomery, AL

**TL;DR:** American Dairy Queen Corporation announced a new DQ restaurant in Montgomery, AL, with a grand opening on December 28. The restaurant will be owned by Jay Patel and local entrepreneurs Pragnesh and Don Patel.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-01-07. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260107_dq_restaurant_to_open_in_montgomery_al.html).*

## Story

American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ) today announced a new DQ restaurant with its grand opening on December 28. Conveniently located East Montgomery, the new restaurant will be owned by Jay Patel, alongside local entrepreneurs, Pragnesh and Don Patel.

“Montgomery has a spirit all its own, and we’re thrilled to be joining it,” said Patel. “We’re excited to offer a place where families and neighbors can unwind, grab their favorite treats, and enjoy time together. We hope this Dairy Queen becomes a bright, welcoming stop for the entire community.”

Community involvement will be a hallmark of the new restaurant. In addition to Dairy Queen’s national partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals®, the Montgomery DQ team plans to support local schools and youth sports, host fundraising nights, participate in church and community events, and donate products for local causes. The goal is simple: give back to the people who make the Montgomery area home.

The restaurant will serve hot food and treats, including Signature Stackburgers™, Chicken Strip Baskets and world-famous DQ soft serve in cones, sundaes, shakes, and the signature Blizzard® Treat, among many more craveable menu items.

A welcoming environment for all, the new DQ restaurant features a modern design with large comfortable booths, community tables and chairs, a designated mobile order pick-up counter, drive-thru lanes, an outdoor patio, and an iconic 14-foot DQ red spoon.

The restaurant will be open, starting on December 28, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday through Saturday.

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## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- QSR (sector)
- restaurant opening (topic)
- franchise opportunity (topic)
- community involvement (topic)
- Dairy Queen (company)
- Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (company)
- Montgomery (location)
- Jay Patel (person)
- Pragnesh Patel (person)
- Don Patel (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260107_dq_restaurant_to_open_in_montgomery_al.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/26ca5772-bbc7-4fad-9df1-aa9527cfaf05).