Haza Foods, LLC

Haza Foods, LLC, established in 2013, is a prominent restaurant franchisee operating under the Wendy's brand. Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, the company has expanded its footprint across multiple states.

These states include Texas, Louisiana, Minnesota, New York, and Ohio. As of 2025, Haza Foods manages over 400 Wendy's locations, making it the largest Wendy's franchisee globally.

Company Growth and Expansion

The company's growth began with the acquisition of 34 Wendy's restaurants in the Houston, Texas area. This was followed by 30 more restaurants in Austin, Texas in December 2013.

By 2015, Haza Foods expanded further by acquiring 19 locations and completing seven new builds, bringing the total to 89. In August 2016, 74 more Wendy's restaurants were acquired in Louisiana, increasing the portfolio to 184 restaurants.

The expansion continued with 53 restaurants added in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in November 2017, reaching 254 locations. In September 2018, Haza Foods diversified by entering the Taco Bell brand, forming Haza Bell with 25 Taco Bell locations in Nebraska.

The Taco Bell portfolio further expanded in Iowa, with over 140 Taco Bell locations acquired. By 2021, the company added more than 130 stores in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Buffalo, and Rochester.

This growth made it the largest Wendy's franchise organization worldwide.

Key Business Principles

• Operational Excellence: Ensuring efficient and effective operations across all locations.
• Restaurant Development: Focusing on growth and expansion of restaurant locations.
• Acquire Units & Concepts: Strategically acquiring additional units and concepts to diversify and strengthen the brand.

These principles have helped Haza Foods become a leading owner and operator of over 560 restaurants with a dedicated team of 16,000 employees.

Awards and Leadership

Haza Foods has earned multiple awards, including the Wendy’s Monument Award for Visionary Growth & Expansion from 2016 to 2021. This award recognizes franchisees passionate about expanding Wendy’s through new builds and excellent operations.

The leadership team is led by President and CEO Ali Dhanani, who has played a crucial role in the company's continued growth and success.

Locations

• New Orleans, LA, USA
• Sugar Land, TX
• Houston, TX
• Austin, TX
• Louisiana
• Minneapolis, MN
• Nebraska
• Iowa
• Cincinnati, OH
• Cleveland, OH
• Buffalo, NY
• Rochester, NY

Company Outlook

Haza Foods' dedication to quality, customer satisfaction, and strategic growth has solidified its position as a leader in the quick-service restaurant industry. The company's ongoing commitment to excellence ensures continued success and expansion in the years to come.