Zaxby’s Receives Approval for First St. Louis Area Restaurant
Zaxby’s has received approval for its first St. Louis area restaurant, which will be located in St. Charles County, north of Interstate 70 on Wentzville Parkway in Wentzville.

St. Louis, MO, November 5, 2026 — Zaxby’s, a fast-casual restaurant chain, has secured approval to open its inaugural location in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
The new restaurant will be situated in St. Charles County, Missouri. Specifics provided indicate the site is located north of Interstate 70, along Wentzville Parkway in the city of Wentzville.
The approval marks a significant expansion for the Georgia-based company, known for its chicken-centric menu. This development signifies the brand’s entry into a new major market, with its first presence established in the greater St. Louis region.
Further details regarding the construction timeline, the specific entity or franchisee behind this development, and the anticipated opening date for the Wentzville location were not immediately available.
The chain operates numerous locations across the United States, primarily in the Southeastern states. This expansion into the St. Louis area is part of its ongoing growth strategy.
Story summarized from the original created by First Alert 4 Staff on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.
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