YouTube star-turned-boxer Jake Paul has leveraged his social media infamy into viable companies, and now he is heading into the meals trade.
On October 17, Paul introduced that he had partnered with Pasadena-based chain Canine Haus as a board member, franchise proprietor, and advisor. As a part of the deal, he’ll open 25 areas in the US, together with 4 in Texas. One can be in in San Antonio.
The model is acquainted to Alamo Metropolis. The corporate operates one location at 20907 Stone Oak Pkwy. and one other at 11710 Quincy Lee Dr., which is briefly closed. It’s nonetheless being decided whether or not the Paul franchise can be in a brand new constructing or if he’s taking over possession of an present storefront.
Canine Haus is a sports activities bar idea that primarily serves a menu of sizzling canine and beer, plus different pub grub (together with plant-based choices) and a full cocktail menu.
As a part of the hoopla surrounding Paul’s funding in Canine Haus, the brand new areas will goal to open by November 15, the date of Paul’s “Struggle of the Century” towards Mike Tyson, going down at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. All areas can be airing the combat (which can stream on Netflix) in honor of the partnership.
“I am all in,” stated Paul through a launch. “I have been a fan of Canine Haus for years and I am fired as much as push the boundaries and assist take this wonderful model to an entire new stage. I am leaping of their nook and excited to introduce their meals and expertise to everybody throughout the nation!”
Paul, 27, constructed a major fan following as a YouTube influencer and turned skilled in boxing 4 years in the past. He has gained 9 of 10 fights with six knockouts towards largely undistinguished opponents. His solely loss got here final yr to Tommy Fury, half brother of WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury.
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The Related Press contributed to this report.
