MilkShake Factory Opening New Location in Virginia on June 28
In what initially began 111 years ago in 1914 as a small mom and pop chocolate and soda fountain shop in Pittsburgh, would years later become officially known as the MilkShake Factory in 2003, an established go-to spot with several additional locations opening in the surrounding area of Western Pennsylvania by 2016.
At present day, the hand-spun milkshake specialists have since grown beyond Pennsylvania, spreading its wings far and wide with 23 locations across the country, spanning 11 states.
But there are already plans in the works for several more on the way, as Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas are all listed among the states with new MilkShake Factory locations "coming soon."
In the immediate future, however, on Thursday, June 28, the MilkShake Factory will be opening its first-ever Virginia location in Chesapeake.
"There aren't many places in our area [Chesapeake] that offer a great dessert experience for families," said new franchisee Digna Forbes. "We fell in love with MilkShake Factory and knew it was something we wanted to share with the Chesapeake community, especially the families who deserve a fun place to connect and celebrate everyday moments."
According to QSR, the new store will celebrate its grand opening of the new location by having a buy one, get one free offer on all milkshakes, sundaes, and molten cups.
Additionally, the first 100 customers to arrive at the new Chesapeake location will receive a free MilkShake Factory T-shirt, and its very first customer to hop in line will receive a special prize basket, although that remains somewhat of a mystery as no further details have been provided beyond that.
In addition to its signature hand-spun milkshakes they've become increasingly well-known for, the MilkShake Factory's menu is not limited to just its namesake. They also offer handcrafted sundaes, molten chocolate cups, and what looks like a ridiculously good array of house-made chocolate treats.
The new Chesapeake store will be open seven days a week from 12 p.m to 10 p.m. beginning on Thursday, June 28.
The complete list of MilkShake Factory locations can be found right here.
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