Acworth residents have a new dining option as Whataburger officially opened its doors on Cobb Parkway, with Mayor Tommy Allegood and city officials hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, July 21.
🍔 Why It Matters: The new restaurant brings additional jobs to the local economy while expanding fast-food options for Acworth families. The Texas-based chain’s arrival signals continued commercial growth along the busy Cobb Parkway corridor.









🎯 Location Details: The new Whataburger is located at 3558 Cobb Parkway Northwest, making it easily accessible for residents and commuters traveling along one of the city’s main thoroughfares.
🔍 The Big Picture: This opening represents part of Whataburger’s ongoing expansion into Georgia markets. The Texas-based chain has been strategically entering the competitive Atlanta metro area fast-food landscape, where it faces established competitors like Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, and regional favorite Cookout.
The Sources: City of Acworth, Whataburger

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B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.