Iconic restaurant brand to celebrate most popular sandwich on Sept. 17 with free World Famous Monte Cristos
A sandwich has to be Legendary to earn its own holiday – and that’s exactly what inspired Bennigan’s to create National Monte Cristo Day on Sept. 17, celebrating the often-imitated, never-duplicated menu item that helped make the brand a household name.
This year, only on Tuesday, Sept. 17 – which, not coincidentally, is also Halfway to St. Paddy’s Day – guests will receive a FREE World Famous Monte Cristo with the purchase of an entrée of equal or greater value at *participating locations.
Bennigan’s signature sandwich gained its Legendary status by layering honey wheat bread, ham, turkey, American and Swiss cheeses, then gently dipping it in a signature batter and frying it to golden perfection. Then, it’s served with sweet and tangy red raspberry preserves for dipping.
Bennigan’s fall menu celebration will also feature their annual Oktoberfest-inspired items, including an Oktoberfest Burger, Beer Cheese Soup and Reuben Fritters. It’s the perfect excuse to gather with friends and release your inner Irish-ness.
“The World Famous Monte Cristo is our signature sandwich for a reason, so it’s only right we honor it with a Bennigan’s-style celebration,” said Paul Mangiamele, Chairman and CEO of Legendary Restaurant Brands. “Whether it’s your first or 100th time savoring a Monte Cristo, you’ll understand what makes it such a Legendary experience from the first bite. We’re looking forward to welcoming our loyal guests on this special day – and all season long – with our unique, Legendary Irish hospitality, as we create even more emotional connections one delicious meal at a time.”
Of course, Bennigan’s has seasonal drinks covered, too. From now through Oct. 8, “The American Legend” will serve handcrafted fall-inspired cocktails that perfectly pair with the World Famous Monte Cristo. Guests can cheer the cooler season with these specialty cocktails:
- Tableside Irish Coffee – Experience Bennigan’s Irish Coffee assembled tableside with Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, gourmet coffee and topped with a collar of fresh, hand-crafted whipped cream. This potent coffee is served with a sugar rim. Sláinte!
- Sweater Weather Breeze – Feel the cool autumn breeze with a handcrafted blend of fresh muddled mint, lime juice, Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, Monin Granny Smith Apple, Finest Call Mojito Mix and Sprite.
- Autumn Sangria – Enjoy the fall flavors of Stoli Razberi Vodka, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, White Zinfandel, Finest Call Peach Puree and Red Bull Yellow Edition. Served in a mason jar with an orange and lemon wheel, this drink will have guests ready to jump in a big pile of leaves.
- Samuel Adams Octoberfest – It’s a Legendary pairing when guests wash down their Monte Cristo with a Samuel Adams Octoberfest. Renowned as a malt lover’s dream, it masterfully blends five roasts of barley to create a delicious harmony of sweet flavors, including caramel and toffee. The beer is kept from being overly sweet by the elegant bitterness imparted by German Noble hops.
- Spiced Irish Cran-Apple – Like a wassail on steroids, this drink includes Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, DeKuyper Sour Apple Pucker, and Fireball Cinnamon Whisky – topped with cranberry juice, apple juice, a touch of grenadine and fresh apple slices.
From guests’ favorite cocktails and apps, to one of the world’s greatest sandwiches, Bennigan’s has everything needed to celebrate National Monte Cristo Day the Legendary way.
For more information on other festivities planned for “Halfway to St. Paddy’s Day,” contact your neighborhood Bennigan’s. For your nearest location, menu, hours and additional information, visit Bennigans.com.
*The official National Monte Cristo Day is on Tuesday, September 17th, 2024! In honor of this event, Steak and Ale will be offering a FREE World Famous Monte Cristo with the purchase of a World Famous Monte Cristo on September 17, 2024! Tax and Gratuity not included. No cash value. Valid at participating Bennigan’s and Steak and Ale locations only. Available for dine-in only. Cannot be combined with another offer. Offer valid only on 9/17/24.
Legendary Restaurant Brands owns the iconic Bennigan’s and Steak and Ale brands – the pioneers of casual dining. Bennigan’s is a high-energy neighborhood full-service restaurant redefining and leading casual dining again. With chef-driven food, innovative drinks, and warm, friendly Irish hospitality, this Legendary brand delivers memorable and experiential dining experiences to every guest. It offers it’s franchise partners a business model capable of compelling returns on investment. The polished, fast-casual brand Bennigan’s On The Fly was designed for non-traditional venues, including hotels, or as a delivery-only virtual model operated from an existing commercial kitchen. Steak and Ale is truly the ‘American Original’ that has made its triumphant return and is already generating keen global interest. This new generation of Steak and Ale has been redefined as a 21st-century polished-casual concept that now sets the standard for affordable, high perceived value, family-friendly steakhouses.
To join Bennigan’s Legendary franchise family, visit LegendaryRestaurantBrands.com or call 800.804.5049.
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