Flanigan's and Vicky Bakery Launch Croquette Collaboration

New "Croqueta Popper" blends signature flavors of two iconic South Florida brands.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:23pm

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Two beloved South Florida restaurant chains, Flanigan's and Vicky Bakery, are collaborating to launch a new menu item called the "Croqueta Popper" - a croquette filled with smoked pork and served with Flanigan's barbecue sauce for dipping. The limited-time offering blends the traditional croquetas that Vicky Bakery is known for with the pork and barbecue flavors that Flanigan's fans recognize.

Why it matters

This partnership between two iconic South Florida brands highlights the region's rich culinary heritage and the creative ways local businesses can come together to innovate. The collaboration allows both Flanigan's and Vicky Bakery to reach new customers and honor their shared history in the community.

The details

The "Croqueta Popper" will be available starting February 1st at all Vicky Bakery and Flanigan's locations across South Florida. It will be sold in a pack of five for $8.99. Vicky Bakery has been serving its traditional Cuban pastries and sandwiches since 1972, while Flanigan's has operated as a neighborhood bar and restaurant known for its big portions and Baby Back Ribs since 1959.

  • The "Croqueta Popper" will be available starting February 1st, 2026.

The players

Vicky Bakery

A Cuban family-owned bakery that has been serving traditional pastries and sandwiches in South Florida since 1972.

Flanigan's

A neighborhood bar and restaurant chain known for its big portions and Baby Back Ribs, operating in South Florida since 1959.

George Barriere

CEO at Vicky Bakery.

Jimmy Flanigan

Founder of Flanigan's.

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What they’re saying

“This collaboration felt like a natural fit. Vicky Bakery is known for honoring tradition while embracing creativity, and teaming up with Flanigan's allowed us to do just that in a fun and unexpected way.”

— George Barriere, CEO at Vicky Bakery (CBS News Miami)

“This partnership just made sense. Vicky Bakery and Flanigan's have long histories in South Florida, and this collaboration reflects the connection both brands have built with generations of guests.”

— Jimmy Flanigan, Founder of Flanigan's (CBS News Miami)

What’s next

The Croqueta Popper will be available for a limited time starting February 1st, 2026 at all Vicky Bakery and Flanigan's locations across South Florida.

The takeaway

This collaboration between two iconic South Florida brands, Flanigan's and Vicky Bakery, showcases the region's rich culinary heritage and the creative ways local businesses can come together to innovate and reach new customers while honoring shared community values.