Tampa BBQ joint to open four locations across Pinellas, Polk counties
By Madalyn Blair
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Published: Jun 1, 2026

A Tampa-based, fast-casual barbecue restaurant is expanding across the Sunshine State through a multi-unit franchise deal, with four locations planned in Pinellas and Polk counties.

Southern Luv BBQ signed a 13-unit development agreement across Florida, which includes locations in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Pinellas Park and Lakeland, CEO Essi Tadrus told the Tampa Bay Business Journal.

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