Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar, Easter Restaurant Deals, Sixty Vines, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, and Krystal lead RestaurantNews.com’s top stories for the week ending March 17, 2024.
1) Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar Swims Overseas for 41st Annual Japan International Franchise Expo
For the first time in its history, Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar, an authentic Hawaiian fast-casual franchise featuring fresh boba milk tea, Dole Soft serve, and a diverse menu of poke bowls, will be attending the 41st Annual Japan International Franchise Expo. The event is one of the largest franchise exhibitions in the world and featured over 220 exhibitors last year with around 25,000 attendees.
2) Easter Restaurant Catering and To-Go Deals
Bar Louie, Golden Corral, Perry’s Steakhouse, Polly’s Pies, Ruby Slipper, and Tim Hortons Easter Restaurant Catering and To-Go Deals
3) Sixty Vines Brings Wine Country to the District with New Foggy Bottom Location Opening May 15
Sixty Vines, the restaurant known for its revolutionary wine on-tap program and vineyard-inspired cuisine, will open its first DC location on May 15. Located in the heart of the Foggy Bottom neighborhood on Washington Circle, the new restaurant invites guests to sip and savor 60 different wines on tap selected from wine country regions around the globe.
4) Mountain Mike’s Pizza Expands in the Greater Reno Area With New Restaurant in Sparks, Nevada
Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, Mountain-sized pizzas, and dough made fresh daily, announced that its newest Nevada restaurant is now open for business in Sparks.
5) Krystal Breaks Ground in North Carolina With New Design
Krystal, the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South, announces a strategic expansion into North Carolina, marking a pivotal step in the brand’s plans to expand across the United States. The new builds will boast a sleek and contemporary design and cater to consumers’ on-the-go dining desires.
6) Huey Magoo’s Celebrates Major Grand Opening Of New Corporate Training Store In Orlando, Florida On Tuesday, March 26
Huey Magoo’s – the “Filet Mignon Of Chicken” – will celebrate the official grand opening of its new corporate training restaurant in Orlando in the Lake Nona region on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, President and CEO Andy Howard announced.
7) Restaurant Marketing Ideas for April
Restaurant owners and operators are always on the lookout for special events they can use in their online and offline marketing efforts.
8) Twin Peaks Opens First Lodge in Doral, Bringing Ice Cold Brews and Scenic Views
Twin Peaks Restaurants, the award-winning sports lodge known for its scratch-made food, frosty 29° draft beer and beloved Twin Peaks Girls, held a Grand Opening event at its newest location in Doral, Fla., on Monday, Mar. 11.
9) Chicken al Pastor Is Back: Chipotle Reintroduces One of Its Most Popular Menu Innovations
Chipotle Mexican Grill is bringing back Chicken al Pastor to restaurants around the world for a limited time. Back by popular demand, Chicken al Pastor levels up any go-to Chipotle order with a sophisticated flavor profile and elevated taste.
10) Restaurant Deals for Pi Day, St. Patrick’s, and March Madness
Polly’s Pies, Raising Cane’s, Bar Louie, Dog Haus and more restaurant deals for Pi Day, St. Patrick’s, and March Madness
