Bennigan's Grill & Tavern Opens in Cancun, Mexico
(Cancun, Mexico) – September 8, 2008 – Bennigan’s Franchising Company is thrilled to announce the opening of a new Bennigan’s Grill & Tavern location in Cancun, Mexico, continuing the overseas expansion of the brand.
The new restaurant, with a sleek, modern design, is centrally located in Cancun’s hotel zone in the “Plaza Form By The Sea” on Kukulcan Blvd., the hottest nightlife area in town. It offers unbeatable views of the beach and ocean, as well as the great food and happy hour all Bennigan’s are known for.
“Cancun is an ideal location to increase our global presence,” said Shawn Finn, Director, International Franchise Operations for Bennigan’s Franchising Company. “We’ve had tremendous success with the Bennigan’s brand in Mexico and look forward to serving our loyal customers at this new restaurant.”
The Cancun location features an extensive bar, an outdoor patio overlooking the white sandy beach, flat-screen TVs and seats up to 184 customers.
The restaurant is owned by franchisee Consorcio Restaurantero Athene and is their seventh Bennigan’s in Mexico, with another location planned for Acapulco in the near future.
“We’re thrilled to be opening this Bennigan’s location in Cancun,” said Valentin Ruiz Ortiz, the owner of Consorcio Restaurantero Athene. “The Bennigan’s brand is a special one for our customers and we’re happy to be associated with it.”
About Bennigan’s Grill & Tavern
Since 1976, Bennigan’s has been offering customers a diverse food and drink menu with an Irish influence in a classic grill & tavern setting. Bennigan’s menu is loaded with salads, burgers, steak and chicken entrees, sandwiches and desserts. Menu favorites include the Monte Cristo sandwich, Kilkenny Country Chicken Salad, Burger Bites, boneless buffalo wings, and “oh baby” back ribs. At Bennigan’s Grill and Tavern you are always welcome for lunch, dinner and happy hour.
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DNB Advisors, LLC
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Rubenstein Associates
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