Massive Dave’s Cheesesteaks has a model new flagship location on Marietta Avenue in Atlanta, Georgia.
Massive Dave’s Cheesesteaks is beginning 2025 on a excessive notice after going through the lack of its authentic flagship location final 12 months. The beloved Philly cheesesteak chain is thrilled to unveil its new official flagship location.
The brand new Atlanta location, positioned at 300 Marietta St, within the former Waffle Home constructing, will now function the chain’s headquarters. It would exchange the unique flagship, which was compelled to shut final 12 months attributable to huge flooding all through town. Saturday, Jan. 18, was the official grand opening, and a press launch revealed that celebrities like Jeezy, T.I., and Killer Mike got here out to see founder and proprietor Derrick Hayes minimize the ribbon.
“Six months later, it feels actually good. Not too many individuals can lose their location in six months and construct one other one in the identical space,” Hayes advised The Atlanta Voice after saying the brand new flagship final July.
“I do know God is watching over me. I do know my father is watching over me. I obtained angels watching over me proper now, and it’s making this factor occur for me, so I’m not alone on this.”
Supply: Rapper Killer Mike and media persona Massive Tigger attend the Massive Dave’s Cheesesteaks’ Downtown Atlanta Grand Opening (Photographer: Victor Sanchez Brown)
Hayes goes all out for Massive Dave’s new flagship. The Marietta Avenue location options standout components akin to a vigorous outside patio, putting neon signage, and custom-made installations of the Liberty Bell and cheesesteak artwork — tributes to Hayes’ Philadelphia roots. These distinctive touches set the stage for an inviting environment that welcomed VIPs, celebrities, and the general public alike.
As a part of the brand new flagship launch, Hayes launched Halal beef and an 18-inch cheesesteak sandwich to Massive Dave’s Cheesesteaks menu. Enhancing the chain’s signature Philly-inspired aptitude, Massive Dave’s additionally partnered with Philly Pretzel Manufacturing unit — the world’s largest pretzel franchise, boasting over 175 areas nationwide — to supply freshly baked, hand-twisted tender pretzels, a staple of Philadelphia’s culinary custom.
Supply: Massive Dave’s Cheesesteaks proprietor Derrick Hayes speaks on the grand opening of his Downtown Atlanta location (Photographer: Victor Sanchez Brown)
Others in attendance on the Grand Opening included Pinky Cole-Hayes (his spouse and proprietor of Slutty Vegan and Bar Vegan), Massive Tigger, actor Isaiah John, AJ Calloway, David Banner, Jhonni Blaze, Chaka Zulu, Milan Harris (proprietor of Milano Di Rouge) and extra. Pastor John Grey opened the occasion with a prayer, adopted by Hayes receiving a proclamation from Atlanta Metropolis Councilman Byron Amos and a letter from Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. Cole-Hayes and PepsiCo veteran Derek Lewis additionally delivered particular remarks to have fun the momentous event.
The brand new flagship joins Massive Dave’s rising record of areas throughout Atlanta, together with retailers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It continues the restaurant’s custom of excellence, having been acknowledged by World Meals Champions as one of many “Prime 10 Finest Sandwiches.”
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