Ledo Pizza System Inc., a 100 unit pizza franchisor of the Ledo Pizza brand, announced that the company is entering into a strategic partnership with Urban Bar-B-Que Company, a five unit premium Bar-B-Que franchise in the Washington, D.C. market. The new partnership will initially focus on expanding the Urban Bar-B-Que footprint throughout the U.S. and Canada while maintaining commitment to high standards of food quality and service.

"This new partnership is a great opportunity for two leading and award winning restaurant concepts to grow throughout the nation," says James Beall, president of Ledo Pizza. "We are happy to partner with a great company who shares our commitment to community and great food."

Urban Bar-B-Que is influenced by regional American flavors and preparations with a commitment to high quality ingredients. Guests are greeted with brash and edgy decor in a fast casual environment.