Brand joins Chick-fil-A, Burger King, Subway and More on Campus
Pepper Lunch, the Japanese-born experiential fast-casual concept unlike any other, with more than 500 locations in 15 countries, today announced that Arizona State University students will soon have the ability to get a taste of Pepper Lunch’s globally beloved flavors, as the brand will arrive shortly on the ASU campus, joining Chick-fil-A, Burger King, Subway and other iconic restaurant brands.
Pepper Lunch’s ASU location is scheduled to open Q4 this year, and will be located at the brand-new University Gateway Building, conveniently located at the Gammage Light Rail stop and adjacent to the year-around operating Performing Arts center by the same name.
Attached to the store is a 1200 space parking garage with free in/out access for to-go pick up, as well as a new large dorm apartment complex which compliments the already existing dorm buildings next door. Within a block is multiple hotels, office buildings, and retail shops which will allow a consistent flow of new customers able to discover Pepper Lunch’s amazing DIY Teppanyaki for the first time.
The newest Pepper Lunch is being operated by The BID PR Investment Group. A locally owned development company with 50 years of combined expertise across food and beverage, BID PR Investment Group has a deep understanding of the nuances which go into operating a successful fast casual brand, from real estate, to design and construction, and delivering the elevated guest experience which has made Pepper Lunch a global favorite.
Established in 1994, Pepper Lunch is one of Japan’s largest homegrown franchise restaurant brands with over 500 locations in 15 countries. Renowned for quality food served in a unique and innovative way for dining in or delivery, and with guests being able to get in, dine, and be on their way in 20 minutes for under $20, the beloved Japanese-based brand seeks experienced franchise partners to expand its proven business model and cutting-edge customer offerings across the United States.
“Arizona State University has tremendous diversity in its community, with an equally diverse palate to match” said Troy Hooper, CEO of Pepper Lunch. “We’re honored to be on campus with iconic restaurants like Chick-fil-A, and are looking forward to giving students a delicious option for lunch or dinner.”
The original fast casual Japanese D-I-Y teppan restaurant, Pepper Lunch was founded in 1994 by one of Japan’s most famous chefs and entrepreneurs who wanted to introduce affordable premium steaks with quality ingredients served on a sizzling iron plate. Deliciously irresistible, Pepper Lunch proudly offers quality, tasty, and affordable meals sourced from the finest ingredients paired with an unforgettable experience. For more information about Pepper Lunch, please visit PepperLunchRestaurants.com.
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