Key facts
- Barberitos has signed a five-unit franchise agreement.
- The agreement will expand the brand into Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
- Barberitos has 45 restaurants open.
- Five additional Barberitos locations are planned to open in 2026.
- The company was named to Fast Casual's 2026 Top 100 Movers & Shakers List.
Barberitos, a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its 'better-for-you' options, has announced a significant expansion into Alabama through a new five-unit franchise agreement. This deal will introduce the brand to Birmingham and Tuscaloosa. The company currently operates 45 restaurants and has plans for five additional openings in 2026. This expansion and recognition on Fast Casual's 2026 Top 100 Movers & Shakers List highlight the growing demand for its concept.