New Cold Stone & Wetzel’s Pretzels Combo Opens in Saratoga County

There’s a new spot at Clifton Park Center that’s basically built for anyone who can’t decide between sweet and salty. A combo Cold Stone Creamery and Wetzel’s Pretzels just opened its doors, and it’s already getting people talking.

This is the first time Wetzel’s Pretzels has made its way into the Capital Region, while Cold Stone Creamery fans might already know the other spot over at Stuyvesant Plaza.

When Did They Open and What is Offered?

The new location officially opened on April 10th and brings together warm, fresh pretzels, pretzel dogs, and those little “Wetzel Bitz” with made-to-order ice cream and all the mix-ins.

The person behind it is Venu Chadalavada, a longtime Clifton Park resident who made the jump from tech into the food world. He liked the idea of working with brands that already have a solid system in place.

Location, Location, Location

Instead of starting from scratch, he saw this as a way to plug into something proven and focus on running it efficiently.

The location itself is part of the appeal, too. It’s surrounded by popular spots like Starbucks, Pita and Olive, and Buffalo Wild Wings, making it an easy stop for dessert or a quick snack after dinner.

The Franchise Is Creating Jobs

But beyond the food, there’s another goal here. About 30 people have been hired, most of them local high school students. Chadalavada sees it as more than just a first job. It’s a place to learn responsibility, how a business runs, and skills they can take anywhere.

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And if things go well, this might not be the only one. Expansion into other parts of Saratoga County is already on his radar.