National Burger Chain Continues FL Expansion With New Restaurant

Whataburger 'thrilled to return' to Tampa Bay in 2026

A Texas-based burger staple is coming to Tampa.A spokesperson with popular Texas burger chain Whataburger said they are thrilled to return to the Tampa area Tuesday afternoon.Tampa Bay will get its newest Whataburger location, set to open in 2026.Whataburger is thrilled to return to the Tampa area, with locations in Largo, Brandon, and others across the region tentatively set to open in the second half of 2026. As we continue expanding in Florid…

National Burger Chain Continues FL Expansion With New Restaurant

National Burger Chain Opening 1st Restaurant In Tampa Bay Area - Tampa, FL - Whataburger continues its Florida expansion with its first Tampa Bay-area location in decades, reports said.

Texas favorite Whataburger to open in Wesley Chapel

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. (BLOOM) — One of Texas' most beloved burger chains is bringing its signature orange-and-white stripes back to Tampa Bay. Whataburger has officially filed permits to open a new location in Wesley Chapel, signaling its long-awaited return to the region. The new restaurant is slated for 25340 Sierra Center Blvd., in the former Aussie Grill building near State Road 54 and Wesley Chapel Boulevard. Plans submitted to Pasco County i…

National Burger Chain Opening 1st Restaurant In Tampa Bay Area

Whataburger files plans for Largo location, marking return to Tampa Bay after 15 years

A popular Texas-based fast food chain is making a comeback in the Tampa Bay area. Whataburger has filed plans to open a new restaurant at 10150 Ulmerton Road in Largo. The 3,671-square-foot building was most recently home to Joella’s Hot Chicken, which closed in October 2024. Prior to Joella’s, the space housed a Pollo Tropical, and before that, a Burger King. According to documents submitted to the City of Largo in early 2025, Whataburger …

Texas burger behemoth, Whataburger, opening new restaurant in Tampa Bay

It’s happening, Whataburger is returning to the Tampa Bay area and will open at 25340 Sierra Center Blvd. Whataburger is making its comeback in the Tampa Bay area, with the […] The post Texas burger behemoth, Whataburger, opening new restaurant in Tampa Bay appeared first on That's So Tampa.