Mehta Investment Group plans 17 Starbird locations in Washington starting 2025

Starbird, a fast food brand known for its premium offerings, has announced an expansion into Washington state through a franchise agreement with Mehta Investment Group. This partnership will establish 17 new Starbird locations, with the first slated to open in 2025. Of these, 15 will be located in the Seattle area and two in Spokane. The Mehta Investment Group, led by Vin and Rohit Mehta, brings decades of experience in business and operations to this venture. They aim to shape Starbird's footprint in Washington while emphasizing community engagement and service quality. Their focus on chef-crafted offerings and a positive customer experience aligns with the brand’s mission to redefine fast food. Starbird has built a reputation for its unique culinary aspects, highlighting its no antibiotics ever (NAE) chicken alongside nine house-made dipping sauces. With an average unit volume of $4.1 million, the brand's success illustrates a growing consumer demand for high-quality, chef-driven meals in fast food dining. Starbird, founded by Aaron Noveshen, is actively seeking to broaden its franchise opportunities across various key U.S. markets, including other states and cities like California, Nevada, and Chicago. This expansion reflects an overall trend in the fast food industry towards healthier and innovative dining options.