Wingstop Lands in Craigavon as Northern Ireland Expansion Sizzles On

Wingstop is continuing its expansion in Northern Ireland with the new Craigavon store which opened in Rushmere Shopping Centre on Friday 24th July, gifting eight free wings to the first 100 guests

The Craigavon store, located in Rushmere Shopping Centre, is their 99th location.

The 238-square-metre store will accommodate 103 covers, bringing Wingstop’s iconic flavours and signature menu to Craigavon. Customers will be able to enjoy fan favourites such as Lemon Pepper, alongside Wingstop’s newest limited-edition dips, Cajun Ranch and BBQ Ranch, as well as the highly requested Big Ranch dip.

Wingstop first arrived on the island of Ireland back in December 2025 with its first store opening in Liffey Valley, Dublin, before moving north to Belfast’s Boucher Crescent in March 2026, then Dundonald in April 2026. Known for its bold range of 10 sauces and seasonings – from the Wingstop classic Lemon Pepper to the sweet heat of Mango Habanero, the smoky kick of Louisiana Rub and the daring Atomic – Wingstop’s menu of wings, boneless, tenders, burgers, loaded fries, milkshakes and churros has already made it a viral hit across TikTok and beyond. All three store openings on the island of Ireland saw eager fans queuing up to get the first taste of Wingstop hours before the doors opened, and the same is anticipated in Craigavon tomorrow.

Paddy Bamford, Chief Financial Officer of Wingstop UK & Ireland, said: “This opening marks another important step in our Northern Ireland growth strategy. The warm reception we received in Belfast following our launch on Boucher Crescent in March and Dundonald in April, has been incredible, and we look forward to continuing to bring the flavour to new communities.”

Operated by Lemon Pepper Holdings, Wingstop UK & Ireland is expanding across the island of Ireland, with an expected 20 sites to open within the next seven years. The Northern Ireland expansion will also bring new employment opportunities, supported by long-term career growth through their Step-Up programme and Wingstop University internal training programme.

Wingstop UK & Ireland is also committed to embedding itself in local culture – partnering with grassroots music, emerging creatives and underrepresented voices in arts and fashion, while supporting charities and community sport.