Popular Portland-area fast-food chain Burgerville is expanding — and plans to open one in Bend by early 2025

Company confirms it's 'scouting out locations' as part of first expansion in years

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A popular Portland-area fast-food restaurant chain, Burgerville, confirmed Thursday that it’s scouting for locations to Bend as it makes its first expansion moves in several years.

KGW reported that Burgerville announced it will be opening a new Wilsonville location by early summer at the Argyle Square Shopping Center, its first new location in eight years and their 40^th Northwest restaurant.

In its announcement (see below), the company said it’s looking at two more locations in Oregon, in Salem and in Bend. CEO Ed Casey told NewsChannel 21 through a company representative that “Burgerville is scouting out locations in Bend and looking to open in late 2024 or early 2025.”

Here's the news release:

Pacific Northwest’s Iconic Restaurant Chain Burgerville Plans to Expand in 2024, Signs First New Lease

• Vancouver, Wash. – January 23, 2024 – Local premium fast food restaurant chain, Burgerville, known for partnering with local farms and brands to bring seasonal, delicious and sustainable food to customers in Oregon and Washington, is excited to expand its presence in the region this year. The chain, which currently has 39 locations, has signed a lease for a new location in Wilsonville – the first for the area. The restaurant will be located at 8699 SW Robert Burns Dr, Wilsonville, OR 97070 and is expected to open in late spring or early summer.
  
  It has been eight years since Burgerville has opened a new location, and during that time the company has experienced growing demand, which has led to sales growth in current locations, recent expanded hours with the reintroduction of breakfast at many locations, catering and many new menu items. Wilsonville is the first of several new locations Burgerville intends to open over the next 18 months. Other new markets being targeted in Oregon include Salem and Bend as well as new markets in Washington. Committed to the Pacific Northwest with each new location, Burgerville aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where customers can come together and enjoy signature burgers, shakes, fries, and other local seasonal menu items. The company is proud to be providing new jobs as well as opportunities for sponsorships and fundraising programs.
  
  “We are excited to bring Burgerville’s delicious food made with locally sourced ingredients to more Pacific Northwest communities.” said CEO Ed Casey. “Wilsonville is a great place to expand, with its combination of a strong local community and a perfect place to stop off the freeway.”
  
  Burgerville's commitment goes beyond satisfying appetites. The company works to make a positive impact in local communities, from its Community Giving program that helps generate donations each year for local organizations, to local sourcing through partnerships with more than 1,000 local farmers, ranchers, and food producers.
  
  About Burgerville
  Established in 1961 with headquarters in Vancouver, Washington, Burgerville’s mission is to “Serve With Love.” The Pacific Northwest restaurant chain aims to strengthen local communities and the environment, while providing an enjoyable experience for employees and guests and satisfying cravings for local, mouth-watering sustainable food. Burgerville is proud of its community involvement, giving back to hundreds of organizations and partnering with nearly 1,000 local regional farmers, ranchers, and food producers to develop the best of the Pacific Northwest with fresh, local ingredients at its 39 locations in Oregon and Washington. For more information visit www.burgerville.com or on social channels @Burgerville.