Despite its rustic decor, Montanans didn’t quite know what to make of MacKenzie River Pizza Co. when it debuted in 1993, but were quick to embrace decidedly not-down-home pizza toppings such as zucchini, feta and jerk chicken. In 2007, Glacier Restaurant Group, led by former CKE CEO William Foley, bought a number of MacKenzie locations. Glacier’s units now are adopting an expanded menu with burgers, steak and pub food as well as a new name: MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill and Pub.
| Location | Whitefish, Mont. |
|---|---|
| 2013 Systemwide Sales ($000) | $25,700,000 |
| YOY Sales Change | 22.9% |
| 2013 U.S. Units | 19 |
| YOY Unit Change | 18.8% |
| 2013 Average Unit Volume ($000) | $1,400,000 |
| Future 50 Year | 2014 |
| Franchising | Yes |
*Technomic estimate
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