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title: "Pickleman’s Expands in Texas with New Franchisee Group, The Integrity Franchise Group"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/f9be74f8-889b-4499-9020-d5ac6822eaef
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20250313_picklemans_expands_in_texas_with_new_franchisee_group_the_integrity_franchi.html
category: "Restaurants"
industry: "Restaurants"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2025-03-13T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T18:06:47.598Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1555396273-367ea4eb4db5?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Pickleman’s Expands in Texas with New Franchisee Group, The Integrity Franchise Group

**TL;DR:** Pickleman's has partnered with The Integrity Franchise Group to expand in Texas. The Integrity Franchise Group has over 22 years of experience in the restaurant industry and will bring their expertise to the new Pickleman's locations.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2025-03-13. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20250313_picklemans_expands_in_texas_with_new_franchisee_group_the_integrity_franchi.html).*

## Story

With over 22 years of experience in the restaurant industry, the Integrity Franchise Group has successfully scaled multi-unit operations and developed strong catering services that serve as community cornerstones. They look forward to bringing their expertise and community-first mindset to this new chapter with Pickleman’s.

“We’re excited to welcome Integrity Franchise Group into the Pickleman’s family,” said Doug Stritzel, Founder and CEO of Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe. “Their dedication and entrepreneurial spirit make them the perfect fit to represent our brand.”

The Integrity Franchise Group shared their enthusiasm for joining Pickleman’s: “Pickleman’s commitment to quality sets it apart, and we’re proud to bring that experience to our communities. From the ingredients to the atmosphere, everything is thoughtfully crafted, and we can’t wait to share it with DFW.”

Pickleman’s is redefining fast-casual dining with its signature seven-ingredient bread, premium No Antibiotic Ever (NAE) proteins, house made sauces, and fresh-baked cookies—all crafted without artificial additives. Its carefully curated menu features toasted sandwiches, freshly chopped salads, tavern-style pizzas, savory soups, and handmade cookies.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- unit expansion (topic)
- QSR (sector)
- restaurant industry (topic)
- franchisee partnership (topic)
- Integrity Franchise Group (company)
- Doug Stritzel (person)
- Pickleman's (company)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20250313_picklemans_expands_in_texas_with_new_franchisee_group_the_integrity_franchi.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/f9be74f8-889b-4499-9020-d5ac6822eaef).