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Whataburger is coming to Tampa

The fast-food chain gave away free burgers in a pop-up event on Friday
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TAMPA, Fla — The popular Texas burger chain Whataburger is coming to Tampa, and its team celebrated with a special pop-up event.

Officials announced that the Tampa Bay area can get its Whataburger fix at its newest location, set to open in Tampa in 2026.

On Friday, Aug. 9, Whataburger was giving free burgers and fries to the first 150 guests via its food truck in downtown Tampa.

Whataburger food truck

Guests were able to find the food truck to get an early taste at Lykes Gaslight Square Park, located at 400 North Franklin Street, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

There are currently 1,030 Whataburgers across 16 states, with 45 in Florida.

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