'The Wait Is over': Whataburger Announces when Its First Charlotte-Area Restaurant Will Open

'The wait is over': Whataburger announces when its first Charlotte-area restaurant will open

The wait is over! The iconic Texas burger chain is coming to the Charlotte area this summer. Here's when the first restaurant will open in Gastonia.

Whataburger to Open First North Carolina Location in Gastonia on May 29

After years of anticipation, Texas-based fast food chain Whataburger will open its first North Carolina location in Gastonia on May 29 at 9 am. The restaurant, located at 3415 East Franklin Boulevard, marks the company’s official entry into the state. Whataburger is widely known for its signature burgers, spicy ketchup, and 24/7 service. The company has announced plans to open six additional locations across North Carolina, with several expected…

NC's first Whataburger set to open in Gastonia in two weeks - WCCB Charlotte's CW

GASTONIA, NC – The first Whataburger restaurant in North Carolina will open on May 29th in Gastonia. The Texas burger chain announced the grand opening for the E. Franklin Boulevard location on Thursday. Whataburger started as a small burger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. With the opening of the Gastonia restaurant, the chain will have locations in 17 states. The Hickory location on US highway 70 SE is scheduled to open in June. Whataburger is …