Southern Chicken Chain Opens 1st NJ Restaurant Soon, Arriving In Camden Co.

MAGNOLIA, NJ — A Southern restaurant chain known for its chicken fingers has migrated to New Jersey.

Zaxbys will open in Magnolia on Dec. 15, marking the chain's debut in the Garden State and the Northeast.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Zaxbys is a fast-casual restaurant offering signature "Chicken Fingerz," wings, sandwiches and dipping sauces. Popular selections also include the fried pickles and chicken bacon ranch loaded fries.

Zaxbys has more than 950 locations in 17 states and continues to expand to different parts of the country. The Magnolia restaurant is the first of six Zaxbys restaurants planned for South Jersey, according to the franchisees, GSP Group.

"This is just the beginning," said Taral Patel, operations partner at GSP Group. "We’re excited to expand across the state and bring Zaxbys to even more fans throughout the Northeast."

Most of the New Jersey locations haven't been revealed. But 42 Freeway reported last month that a Deptford restaurant is in the works.

Magnolia's restaurant will span 3,000 square feet and offer 40 seats and drive-thru service.

Zaxbys expects to employ about 50 people. Interested applicants can apply on Indeed or walk into the restaurant once it's open.

New Jersey's first Zaxby's will be located at 804 N White Horse Pike, Magnolia.