National Restaurant Chain Eyeing First Pittsburgh Locations: Report

PITTSBURGH, PA — If you are in the mood for chicken, this news might whet your appetite.

Zaxbys is looking to open its first Pittsburgh locations soon, the Pittsburgh Business Times reported. Its unclear where Zaxbys will be located or when the first ones will open.

According to its website, the fried chicken chain has more than 950 locations in 17 states. Zaxbys says it specializes in serving "delicious Chicken Fingerz, Zalads, wings, and signature sauces with Southern hospitality and a modern twist.

In June, USA Today reported that Zaxbys planned to open 50 new restaurants nationwide this year.

"Zaxbys also has plans to expand its Southern roots to additional new markets in 2025 including Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Illinois, Ohio, New Jersey and more, in addition to opening new stores in currently established Southeastern markets," the chain told the newspaper.