In honor of National Cheeseburger Day, Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant concept known for its menu of unrivaled Chicago-style street food, today announced plans to open a new restaurant in Buford, Georgia, in 2027. The new restaurant will mark Portillo’s second location in Georgia, following the November 2025 opening of its Kennesaw restaurant.
The new Portillo’s will be located at the intersection of Buford Highway (Highway 20) and Mall of Georgia Boulevard. The approximately 4,900-square-foot restaurant will offer seating for nearly 100 guests indoors, plus an additional 20 seats on an outdoor patio. Designed to serve guests however they choose to enjoy Portillo’s, the restaurant will also feature the brand’s signature double drive-thru lanes, Portillo’s Pick-Up shelves, and Grab and Go area for added convenience.
“We’ve felt an incredible welcome from Georgia guests since first opening in Kennesaw last year, and we’re excited to bring even more of what makes Portillo’s special to Buford,” said Brett Patterson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Portillo’s. “As we continue to grow, we’re being thoughtful about where and how we expand, and Buford is a great next step for us. We can’t wait to introduce even more Georgians to the craveable food and one-of-a-kind experience that have made Portillo’s a destination for more than 60 years.”
When Portillo’s Buford opens in 2027, guests can expect to enjoy Portillo’s signature menu of Chicago-style favorites, including Chicago-Style Hot Dogs, famous Italian Beef Sandwiches, Char-Broiled Burgers and Portillo’s classic Chocolate Cake. And with the announcement landing on National Cheeseburger Day, there’s no better time to celebrate the Char-Broiled Burgers that will soon be headed to Buford.
Portillo’s fans can sign up for the latest details about the new Buford restaurant, including hiring opportunities and opening announcements at Portillos.com.
Fans can also join Portillo’s Perks, the brand’s loyalty program, for exclusive offers, experiences and other rewards at Portillos.com/perks. New Perks members will also receive a free large French fry with their first order of $5 or more. Terms and exclusions apply.*
For more information on this restaurant and others, please visit portillos.com or follow Portillo’s on Facebook, X and Instagram, and TikTok.
*New Perks members only. Terms and exclusions apply. Limit 1. See Portillos.com/Perks for more details.
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