An Eagle County QDOBA location has a new owner following a significant franchise acquisition deal that encompasses multiple states. The transaction includes the restaurant at 2161 N Frontage Rd W, Suite 9, in West Vail, situated near a local Safeway. Aspen-based investor Barry Dubin is the new franchisee for this QDOBA, operating through his company, B Wild Investments LLC.
The acquisition not only involves the West Vail store but also extends to the Steamboat Springs location and several others across Colorado’s Western Slope, as well as a few establishments in Alaska. Previously, these mountain eateries were owned by Flavors West, a franchise managed by Michael Scott, who has since retired from the business.
A public relations representative confirmed that the newly acquired stores will maintain the same operating hours and retain their current team members. Dubin’s move follows his announcement of a substantial agreement to open 50 new QDOBA locations across Colorado, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, and Alaska. This ambitious expansion positions him among the brand’s top operators.
Dubin’s extensive background in the restaurant industry includes co-founding KBP Brands, which has grown to manage more than 1,000 restaurant units nationwide under well-known franchises such as Taco Bell, KFC, Arby’s, and Sonic Drive-In. Additionally, he serves as the executive chairman of US Laundry LLC, recognized as the largest Tide Laundromat franchisee in the country.
This franchise acquisition not only marks a significant growth period for QDOBA but also highlights Dubin’s strategic approach to expanding his portfolio in the competitive fast-casual dining sector. As he integrates these new locations, the impact on both the community and the brand’s presence in the region is expected to be substantial.
