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Giostra Celebrates Refined Immersion
Timeless Italian charm and whimsical nods to vintage carousels await in the Chicago suburbs.

JINYA to Open First Michigan Location
JINYA Ramen Bar is set to bring its authentic ramen experience to Michigan with the opening of its first location in Royal Oak.

Vocelli Expands its National Footprint
The pizza brand expands into Texas with a new, Texas-sized prototype.

Restaurant Designers Name Biggest Pet Peeves
Most consumer surveys note that poor acoustics and dirty bathrooms are diners’ biggest complaints about restaurant spaces, but what about the designers themselves?
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An Art Deco nod Arrives at One Madison Avenue
La Tête d'Or, an upscale steakhouse by French chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud has opened in Manhattan’s Midtown South neighborhood.

Chipotle Prepares to Enter Mexico
Chipotle Mexican Grill will open restaurants in Mexico for the first time.

Mr Brews Expands into Arkansas
Mr Brews Taphouse is officially open for business in the Natural State.

Form + Function: Designing Pizza Restaurants
No matter the size or type, pizza restaurant designs must focus on essentials such as accommodating takeout and delivery, creating brand distinction, implementing efficient layout and optimizing service.
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