New DQ Restaurant to Bring Sweet Treats to Naples, FL

Local Couple to Open New DQ Restaurant in the Naples Community

December 04, 2025 // Franchising.com // Naples, Fla. – Naples just got a whole lot tastier with a new DQ® restaurant coming to town.

American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ), an iconic leader in treats and food, today announced a new DQ restaurant with its grand opening on December 8. Conveniently located off US-41 at 4535 Tamiami Trail E, the new restaurant will be owned by husband-and-wife duo Jim and Catie Dolan.

“We’ve always loved Dairy Queen. Not just for the ice cream, but for the memories it creates,” said Jim Dolan. “We wanted to bring a quick-service restaurant to Naples that the community could enjoy year-round. With few DQ locations in the area and the ability to serve ice cream throughout the season, we’re looking forward to creating a place where neighbors, families, and friends can gather to share a meal or enjoy a treat together.”

The Dolans bring extensive experience in the restaurant industry, having operated multiple pizza restaurants in Chicago since 2011. This is their first Dairy Queen location, and they are eager to introduce the community to the brand’s signature menu items. As a family-run operation, Jim will manage the store while Catie oversees marketing. Both are committed to being actively involved in the day-to-day operations and creating a welcoming environment for local residents.

The Naples location will hire team members from the surrounding area and actively engage with the community through partnerships with local schools, youth sports leagues, and other initiatives. In addition to Dairy Queen’s national partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, the Dolans plan to sponsor local events, support school activities, and host fundraising nights.

The restaurant will serve hot food and treats, including Signature Stackburgers™, Chicken Strip Baskets and world-famous DQ soft serve in cones, sundaes, shakes, and the signature Blizzard® Treat, among many more craveable menu items.

A welcoming environment for all, the new DQ restaurant features a modern design with large comfortable booths, community tables and chairs, a designated mobile order pick-up counter, drive-thru lanes, and an outdoor patio.

The restaurant will be open, starting on December 8, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday through Saturday. The Naples restaurant is the couple’s first DQ location.

About International Dairy Queen

International Dairy Queen, Inc., (IDQ), headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation and Dairy Queen Canada, Inc. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses and services a system of more than 7,700 DQ restaurants in more than 20 countries. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. (Berkshire), which is led by Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire. For more information, visit www.DairyQueen.com.

SOURCE International Dairy Queen

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