After showing proven success with its waffles and artisanal ice cream in Los Angeles, West Coast dessert brand The Dolly Llama is undergoing a major expansion. This includes a Las Vegas location, opening this fall in suite 12 at 4632 S Maryland Pkwy, according to a recent press release.
“We were drawn to franchise with The Dolly Llama for their creative desserts, trendy social media presence and the iconic llama mascot,” co-franchisee Shekita Charles said in the press release. “The Vegas landscape is a great market for innovative dessert concepts and is in need of more trendy fun spots for families, young adults and friends. We see a grand possibility of success in this market and launching a 5 multi-unit deal will eventually solidify The Dolly Llama’s presence in Vegas. This first location is only minutes from UNLV which gives us a great student population and is centrally located to other hot spots in the city. We can’t wait for the Las Vegas community to fall in love with The Dolly Llama!”
The Dolly Llama currently has four locations open in Los Angeles and Dallas, and, in addition to Las Vegas, it has signed franchising deals throughout Florida. The Las Vegas deal includes 5 locations to be opened.
The menu features traditionally-made Belgian waffles and the crispy, “custard-like” Hong Kong Bubble Waffle. To the waffle are added, in build-your-own style, guests’ choices of ice cream and unlimited (!!!!) toppings.
“Our first franchised location in Dallas, TX has seen such success that we’re confident this Vegas opening will be no different!” said co-founder Eric Shomof. “2022 is all about growth for The Dolly Llama and with 40 locations across seven states in the works, we’re thrilled at the growing popularity of the brand in just a few months. The Dallas opening and this opening in Las Vegas is just the beginning and serves as great motivation to continue our efforts to further expand throughout the country!”
