Ciccio Restaurant Group opened its newest restaurant in Sarasota, Florida in late November at The Shoppes at University Center. Located at the corner of Cooper Creek Blvd and University Pkwy., the Fresh Kitchen quick service restaurant is approximately 3200 square feet with seating for over 100 guests. It features a diverse menu including cold-pressed juices, chef-inspired foods, gluten-free bases, fresh seasonal roasted veggies, hormone-free grilled meats, and guilt-free desserts. The Fresh Kitchen format promotes a build-your-own bowl concept in a modern space with contemporary décor. "We are excited to make fresh, healthy food more accessible to the Sarasota/Bradenton community. Our success in Tampa has really motivated us to start growing our presence across South Florida and beyond," commented Steven Lanza, Fresh Kitchen Partner and Owner. "The new Sarasota store is the first of two new FK locations opening its doors between late 2015 and early 2016. By mid-January, we'll also have a brand new location in downtown St. Pete." Over 25 years old, Ciccio Restaurant Group currently owns and operates eight different restaurants under the Ciccio Water, Ciccio Cali, The Lodge, Green Lemon, Daily Eats and Fresh Kitchen brand names.
CATEGORY: Quick Service
Chain Name: Fresh Kitchen
Company Name: Ciccio Restaurant Group
Street Address: 1015 South Howard Ave., Tampa, Florida 33606-2431
Tel: 813/280-0515 & 813/251-8406 Fax: 813/254-5039
Email: nikki@cicciorg.com Website: www.cicciorestaurantgroup.com
Menu Specialty: Cold-pressed juices, chef-inspired foods, gluten-free bases, fresh seasonal roasted veggies, hormone-free grilled meats, and guilt-free desserts.
Introduced: Ciccio Restaurant Group was launched over 25 years ago in New York City. In 1996, the company re-located to Florida. First Fresh Kitchen opened in Late Summer 2014.
No. of Locations: Two Fresh Kitchen restaurants in Florida. Third opening in St. Petes in early 2016
Areas of Operation: Florida
Types of Location: Street fronts, Plazas, Freestanding, etc.
BusinessType (corp., franchise, jv): Corporate and Partnerships
Size Req’d: Fresh Kitchen – 3200 sq.ft.
Special Requirements (patio, drive-thru, etc):
Contact Name: Steven Lanza – Partner, Owner (steven@cicciorg.com)
Ryan Mitchell – Regional Partner
Nikki Wallen – Communications (nikki@cicciorg.com)
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PARENT COMPANY: Cicco Restaurant Group, Tampa, Florida
Related Chains: Ciccio Water, Ciccio Cali, The Lodge, Green Lemon, Daily Eats
Last Report: Restaurant & QSR Expansion Report #147 Last Update:
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