Word that QDOBA, the Mexican eatery is ready to expand in the state, and specifically in Western Mass.
Officials say they are going to open 5 facilities in the Springfield area.
Ten more are slated to open in the greater Hartford area.
There are 750 stores throughout the nation—16 in Massachusetts—with most in the eastern part of the state.
No timetable for the expansion has been set.
(Photo: QDOBA)