Texas-based burger chain Whataburger has officially begun its expansion into North Carolina this week.
On Tuesday, executives joined Hickory Mayor Hank Guess to break ground on the state’s first Whataburger location.
The company, celebrated for its signature burgers, spicy ketchup, and 24/7 service, has revealed plans for seven restaurants in North Carolina and one in South Carolina.
New Whataburger Locations and Opening Timelines:
- Gastonia (3415 E Franklin Boulevard): Late spring
- Charlotte (12935 Albemarle Road): Early summer
- Indian Land, SC (8574 Charlotte Highway): Mid-summer
- Winston-Salem (291 Harvey Street): Late summer
- Greensboro (address forthcoming): Late summer
- High Point (2713 North Main Street): Early fall
- Archdale (10118 North Main Street): Fall
- Raleigh: Late 2025-Early 2026
All the restaurants will feature 24/7 double drive-thrus and digital services, including curbside ordering.
This follows Whataburger’s successful entry into South Carolina last year, where they’ve now established themselves in numerous locations throughout the palmetto state.
