GILBERT, AZ — IT’S BO TIME! A representative from Bojangles shared with ABC15 that their Gilbert location is scheduled to open this summer.
The original opening date for the Gilbert location was scheduled for July 14. However, a company representative informed ABC15 in early July that the “opening date has been pushed back to later this month.”
If you've enjoyed Bojangles in other states and are seeking bone-in chicken, note that it will not be available at the new Gilbert location or upcoming Arizona stores.
The company has indicated they will only serve boneless chicken.
A representative for the company shared with ABC15 that recent locations to open and “adopt this model” include Oklahoma City, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Manor, Texas.
“This approach allows Bojangles to deliver its most popular menu items while streamlining operations in emerging markets. It also supports faster, more efficient service while maintaining the high-quality, made-from-scratch flavors and Southern hospitality guests expect from the brand,” read the statement sent to ABC15 Arizona explaining their strategy.
The new Bojangles restaurant will be situated at 3765 S. Val Vista Drive in Gilbert.
The East Valley location will be the company's first in Arizona, marking an important step in its expansion within the state.
Bojangles Background
Back in 2024, Bojangles announced its multi-unit development agreement that would bring 20 new restaurants to our state.
Earlier this year, a Bojangles spokesperson told ABC15 that two new restaurant locations were scheduled to open later in 2026.
The company confirmed that these locations are expected to debut in "late summer 2026."
One of the locations, near Val Vista Drive and Germann Road (3765 S. Val Vista Dr.) in Gilbert, is set to open in July. The other is near 99th Avenue and Indian School Road in the Phoenix/Avondale area.
Back in 2024, Bojangles announced a multi-unit development agreement that would bring 20 new restaurants to our state.
