According to the St. Augustine Record, Dusty Derickson opened Florida’s first Cheba Hut in St. Augustine and has already seen great feedback and a steady flow of customers since opening last October. It’s a family affair for Derickson, whose wife and two grown children help manage and operate the marijuana-themed sandwich shop.

The experienced franchise owners told the St. Augustine Record they are betting on the fact that the relaxed atmosphere and novelty concept are a perfect fit for the beachy, laid back vibe of St. Augustine.

“We have quite a few regulars already,” Derickson said. “There’s plenty of traffic that goes by here every day.”

Cheba Hut is eyeing new territories in Florida, Arkansas, Texas, Georgia, Louisiana and Washington for expansion after an explosive 2019, during which the brand signed 14 new deals.

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