Cousins Maine Lobster Makes a Splash in West Virginia with Morgantown Grand Opening

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May 08, 2025, 08:00 ET

Family-Owned Food Truck Brings Wild-Caught Maine Lobster and Local Flavor to The Mountain State

MORGANTOWN, W.Va., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cousins Maine Lobster (CML), the nationally recognized food truck concept known for its authentic Maine lobster, is expanding into West Virginia for the very first time. Husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Savas and Victoria Alkoc—who operate multiple CML food trucks across several states—are bringing the brand to the Mountain State with two grand opening events in Wood County on May 9^th and Randolph County on May 10^th.

Savas, a former stock trader, and Victoria, a professional photographer, fell in love with Cousins Maine Lobster after trying the food in Boston. Their journey from lobster lovers to business owners has been driven by passion, perseverance, and the joy of serving something they believe in. What started as a shared love for the product evolved into a full-fledged business venture in 2018. Their newest opening in Morgantown marks their 12th unit and expands their territory into a sixth state, joining New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and North Carolina cementing their success across multiple markets.

Known for their engaging customer service and savvy use of social media, the Alkocs have built a loyal following throughout the regions they serve. Their operations are a true family affair, with their son and a strong team of managers playing an active role in daily logistics and event coordination.

"Expanding into West Virginia is an exciting milestone for us," said Victoria Alkoc. "Each new truck is proof of how far we've come since our first opening in 2018. We're so proud to grow this business alongside our family and team and share the experience, energy, and flavor of Cousins Maine Lobster with even more communities."

Cousins Maine Lobster of Morgantown is set to make its official debut in West Virginia on Friday, May 9 in Grand Central Mall from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., followed by Big Timber Brewing Company on May 10 from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. For more information on our Morgantown food truck calendar of events, check out our Facebook page: Cousins Maine Lobster Morgantown.

Cousins Maine Lobster is seeking operators who are passionate about delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service. With a proven business model that offers flexibility, operators can launch food trucks in as little as three to six months. Low overhead and labor costs allow operators an efficient and cost-effective entry into each market. The brand is currently targeting markets with strong demand for high-quality, fast-casual seafood, including Seattle, Washington; San Diego, California; Reno, Nevada; and areas across the Midwest, including St. Louis, Missouri; Des Moines, Iowa; and Fort Wayne, Indiana.

About Cousins Maine Lobster

Cousins Maine Lobster is a premier seafood franchise bringing authentic Maine lobster to communities nationwide through its fleet of food trucks and brick-and-mortar restaurants. Founded in 2012 by cousins Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac, the brand started as a passion project and quickly gained national recognition after securing an investment from Barbara Corcoran on Shark Tank. Since then, Cousins Maine Lobster has become a leading franchise, delivering high-quality, wild-caught Maine lobster with a commitment to consistency, hospitality, and an unforgettable guest experience. Whether serving seafood lovers from its iconic food trucks or expanding into new markets with restaurant locations, Cousins Maine Lobster continues to set the standard for premium lobster offerings.

To learn more about franchise opportunities with Cousins Maine Lobster, visit https://www.cousinsmainelobster.com/franchise. To find a location near you, visit www.cousinsmainelobster.com.

DISCLAIMER: This news is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy a franchise. Any actual offer or solicitation can only be made through a Franchise Disclosure Document. If you reside in California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, or Wisconsin, we may not be able to offer you a franchise until it has been registered in your state.