DALLAS, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop
(Nasdaq: WING), the leading digitally-savvy, tech-focused
restaurant brand with more than 1,600 locations worldwide, today
introduced its newest limited-time flavor, Orange Szechuan,
available at all locations.
The perfect balance of spicy and sweet, Wingstop's Orange
Szechuan sauce features mandarin orange, soy and traditional
Szechuan peppers for a unique twist on the classic flavor.
"Orange Szechuan was a trending flavor request from our guests
and listening to what they're craving is always part of our
innovative approach. Our unique Wingstop take on Orange Szechuan
creates a sweet and spicy flavor profile inspired by the most
authentic ingredients," said Wingstop's Chief Growth Officer
Marisa Carona. "Whether enjoyed
alone or as part of a meal with one of our signature sides, like
freshly cut seasoned fries, our Orange Szechuan wings and thighs
will create a fun new flavor experience. We look forward to
offering new and exciting flavors like Orange Szechuan for our
guests to enjoy."
Available for a limited time, Orange Szechuan joins Wingstop's
flavor lineup consisting of 11 bold, distinctive and craveable
flavors. Flavor fans can try crispy, juicy and always
cooked-to-order classic wings, boneless wings, bone-in thighs and
Thigh Bites sauced and tossed to perfection in mouth-watering tangy
citrus sweetness.
Fans can get their flavor fix by ordering online at Wingstop.com
or downloading the Wingstop app. Check out Orange Szechuan and
learn more at
Wingstop.com.
About Wingstop
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Addison, TX, Wingstop
Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) operates and franchises over 1,600
locations worldwide. The Wing Experts are dedicated to Serving the
World Flavor through an unparalleled guest experience and offering
of classic wings, boneless wings and tenders, always cooked to
order and hand sauced-and-tossed in fans' choice of 11 bold,
distinctive flavors. Wingstop's menu also features signature sides
including fresh-cut, seasoned fries and freshly-made ranch and bleu
cheese dips. In addition, Wingstop launched virtual brand Thighstop
in June 2021 featuring crispy bone-in thighs and thigh
bites sauced and tossed in Wingstop's 11 signature flavors. As
of September 2021, Wingstop now offers now offers bone-in
thighs and thigh bites in its regular menu available through
Wingstop.com or DoorDash.
In fiscal year 2020, Wingstop's system-wide sales increased
28.8% year-over-year to approximately $2.0 billion, marking
the 17th consecutive year of same store sales growth, and Wingstop
achieved over 700% stockholder return since its 2015 initial public
offering. With a vision of becoming a Top 10 Global Restaurant
Brand, its system is comprised of independent franchisees, or brand
partners, who account for approximately 98% of Wingstop's total
restaurant count of 1,673 as of September 25, 2021. During the
fiscal quarter ended September 25, 2021, Wingstop opened 49
net new restaurants, an increase of 13.1%, and announced domestic
same-store sales increased 3.9%. During the fiscal quarter ended
September 25, 2021, Wingstop generated 61.6% of sales via
digital channels including Wingstop.com and the Wingstop
app.
A key to Wingstop's success is the Wingstop Way, which includes
a core value system of being Authentic, Entrepreneurial,
Service-minded, and Fun. This value system extends to its
environmental, social and governance platform as Wingstop seeks to
provide value to all stakeholders.
The Company has been ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine's "150
Strongest-growing Franchises" and "The World's Best Franchises"
(2020), Franchise Business Review's "Top Food Franchises" (2020),
Nation's Restaurant News' "Top 200 Restaurant Chains" (2020),
Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers & Shakers" (2020) and named to
The Stevie Awards for Great Employers (2020).
For more information
visit www.wingstop.com or www.wingstop.com/own-a-wingstop and
follow @Wingstop on Twitter and Instagram and
at Facebook.com/Wingstop. Learn more about Wingstop's
involvement in its local communities
at www.wingstopcharities.org.
Media Contact
Megan
Sprague
Media@wingstop.com
Investor Contacts
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Arevalo
972-331-8484
IR@wingstop.com
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