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WWE has partnered with Nextbite to launch a WWE-themed delivery-only restaurant called WWE Smackadillas in the Dallas area, available through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. This unique restaurant offers a menu featuring quesadillas and runs until April 11, with special activations during the lead-up to WrestleMania 38 on April 2 and April 3. Ticket and merchandise giveaways will accompany the launch, enhancing the fan experience for the event. This initiative underscores WWE's commitment to innovative offerings and engaging its audience.

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  • Launch of WWE Smackadillas enhances brand engagement with fans.
  • Partnership with Nextbite could increase revenue through food sales.
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DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- WWE (NYSE: WWE) and Nextbite, a leader in virtual restaurants, have partnered to launch a WWE-themed, delivery-only restaurant in the Dallas area ahead of WrestleMania 38, which takes place next Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.

WWE® AND NEXTBITE LAUNCH VIRTUAL RESTAURANT IN DALLAS (Photo: Business Wire)

WWE® AND NEXTBITE LAUNCH VIRTUAL RESTAURANT IN DALLAS (Photo: Business Wire)

The delivery-only restaurant – WWE Smackadillas – is available now via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. WWE Smackadillas offers a unique menu of crave-crushing quesadillas that will only be available until April 11.

“WWE is one of the premier sports and entertainment organizations in the world and is known for giving their passionate fan base exactly what they want,” said Geoff Madding, Chief Growth Officer for Nextbite. “Whether you order WWE Smackadillas from the comfort of your couch or on your way home from WrestleMania, we look forward to amping up the total WWE experience with these delicious quesadillas for all the hungry fans in the Dallas area.”

In addition to partnering with WWE to deliver fans a quesadilla unlike any other, WWE Smackadillas has a host of other activations and giveaways during the week leading up to WrestleMania in the Dallas area, including ticket giveaways and WWE merchandise. More information about the Dallas-area activations, in addition to the WWE Smackadillas menu, is available on wwesmackadillas.com and on the brand’s social channels @wwesmackadillas.

In addition to WWE Smackadillas, Nextbite's growing brand portfolio of delivery-only brands includes George Lopez Tacos and HotBox by Wiz Khalifa, along with others, from the best-selling Miss Mazy’s Amazin’ Chicken to Grilled Cheese Society.

About WWE

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About Nextbite

Nextbite is helping drive and shape the new digital era for the restaurant industry. A leader in virtual restaurants and the pioneer in online order management, the company is focused on helping restaurant partners successfully enter the virtual restaurant space with new delivery-only menus, using underutilized labor and kitchen capacity, to increase margins and revenue. Originally founded as Ordermark in 2017, Nextbite is the only all-in-one virtual restaurant solution for existing restaurants and kitchens that pairs the proven Ordermark online ordering/delivery management system with a selection of highly visible, on-trend, delivery brands. Headquartered in Denver and Los Angeles, Nextbite has more than $150M in funding, with its most recent round led by SoftBank. Learn more at nextbite.io, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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WWE Media Contact

Greg Domino

973-620-1025

Greg.Domino@wwecorp.com

Nextbite Media Contacts

Angela Zott

586-565-1986

Angela.Zott@nextbite.io

Lisa Hendrickson

516-643-1642

lisa@lchcommunications.com

Source: WWE

FAQ

What is WWE Smackadillas?

WWE Smackadillas is a delivery-only restaurant launched in collaboration with Nextbite, featuring WWE-themed quesadillas.

When will WWE Smackadillas be available?

The restaurant is currently available and will operate until April 11.

Where can I order WWE Smackadillas?

WWE Smackadillas can be ordered through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub.

What special promotions are associated with WWE Smackadillas?

There will be activations, including ticket giveaways and merchandise promotions, leading up to WrestleMania 38.

How does WWE's partnership with Nextbite impact the company?

The partnership may boost WWE's brand visibility and revenue through food sales during WrestleMania weekend.

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