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Duff & Phelps Advised Dickey's Barbecue Pit on its Financing Transaction with Wells Fargo Restaurant Finance

Dickey's Barbecue Pit (Dickey’s), a leading operator and franchisor of quick casual barbecue restaurants in the U.S., has secured senior debt financing from Wells Fargo Restaurant Finance. The transaction closed on May 26, 2016.

Duff & Phelps served as exclusive placement agent to Dickey’s Barbecue Pit.


About Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Dickey’s is a leading operator and franchisor of quick casual barbecue restaurants in the U.S., serving hickory-smoked barbecue favorites in a lively restaurant atmosphere. Founded in 1941 and headquartered in Dallas, TX, the Company operates several corporate owned stores and franchises an additional 500+ locations in 40+ states. Higier, Allen & Lautin served as legal advisor to Dickey’s.

About Wells Fargo Restaurant Finance
Wells Fargo Restaurant Finance provides financing for corporate restaurant brands, multi-unit restaurant franchisees, and investors in restaurant concepts. Moore & Van Allen served as legal advisor to Wells Fargo Restaurant Finance.



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