Barberitos
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Barberitos is an American franchise restaurant chain of Mission burrito-inspired restaurants based in Athens, Georgia, United States. The company name is a portmanteau of founder Downing Barber's last name and burrito.[1]
History
The idea of the restaurant developed when Downing Barber tried eating a healthy diet without a budget, while noticing a restaurant in Aspen, Colorado serving fresh food to customers.Script error: No such module "Unsubst". The original Barberitos in downtown Athens opened in January 2000.[2] The company struggled early on, but started to turn things around by 2010.[2]
In 2019, NFL player and UGA alum David Pollack joined Barberitos as the brand's ambassador.[3]
On February 20, 2020, Barberitos celebrated its 20th anniversary.[4]
In May 2022, the company was acquired by Woworks.[5]
Franchises
Franchising for the company began in 2002;[6] Template:Asof forty-six restaurants are operating through the Southeastern United States.[6]
Mascot
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References
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External links
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- 2000 establishments in Georgia (U.S. state)
- Restaurants established in 2000