City Barbeque(Link opens in new window)
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, City Barbeque is a high-growth, fast-casual restaurant company focused on authentic, "smoker-to-table" barbeque. The Company was founded in 1999 by Rick Malir and a team of barbeque enthusiasts who won the American Royal Invitational for the best brisket in the country. City Barbeque has established itself as one of the nation's leading barbeque restaurants, additionally offering catering services for both corporate and private events.
“Our partnership with Freeman Spogli has allowed us to take City Barbeque to new places, give our amazing employees additional opportunities to grow, and bring smiles to new guests and raving fans across the country.”
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