Doner Shack hits the US! Dallas franchisee is first to have rights awarded

After a successful debut at the Franchise Expo South in Fort Lauderdale last September, Doner Shack generated strong interest from potential franchisees. Attendees were excited about how Doner Shack’s food concept - featuring delicious Doner and shawarma kebabs, buttermilk fried chicken tenders, loaded fries, and sliders, fits seamlessly into the growing Mediterranean fast-casual market in the US. With its simple yet efficient kitchen operations and a contemporary dining experience, Doner Shack continues to stand out as a prime franchise opportunity, offering quick, high-quality food through multiple service channels.

“The response to Doner Shack at the Franchise Expo South has been truly incredible. We’re very excited to welcome our first US franchisee in Dallas - a city celebrated for its dynamic food culture and entrepreneurial spirit. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey as we bring our unrivalled, crave-worthy kebabs to American diners,” said Co-founder, Sanj Sanghera.

With a background spanning food service, franchise operations and project management, Doner Shack’s very first US franchisee, Mr Zaman, is the ultimate trailblazer – setting the gold standard for all future franchisees to follow and raising the bar high from day one.

“I chose Doner Shack because it brings together amazing quality, bold branding and international appeal. Their commitment to fresh ingredients, seamless operations and an outstanding customer experience perfectly matches my dream of owning a fast-casual restaurant that doesn’t just blend in – it stands out!

“Running a bustling gyro cart in the heart of New York City wasn’t just a job for me – it was where I discovered my true passion for the restaurant industry. That hands-on experience fueled my dream of owning and growing a thriving restaurant under a powerful franchise brand and now, that dream is becoming a reality.

“I truly believe that Doner Shack has massive potential in the US, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area, where people are craving high-quality, fresh and flavor-packed food. Being part of this journey is an honor, and with my experience I’m ready to create an amazing customer experience, making Doner Shack a local favorite. With the backing of head office and my family, I can’t wait to bring these new flavors to my community!”

With hundreds of eager enquiries pouring in, the Doner Shack team has been hard at work sifting and pushing the most exciting prospects forward.

“The momentum is unstoppable, and all signs point to a successful first US restaurant opening on the horizon. With more locations to be announced in new states soon, we’re thrilled to be bringing the Doner Shack experience coast to coast,” concluded Co-founder Laura Bruce.