POLLO TROPICAL® CONTINUES TEXAS EXPANSION IN 2015
Miami’s iconic island-inspired chicken restaurant to celebrate Kingwood location opening May 8
Pollo Tropical furthers its presence in Texas with the opening of its fifth Houston location at 25635 US Highway 59N. Since making its Texas debut in Addison last March, the fast-casual concept has launched more than 15 restaurants statewide, deepening its roots in the home state of its Addison-based parent company, Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc., and its San Antonio-based sister brand, Taco Cabana®. The new restaurant will open on May 8, right next door to Taco Cabana’s newest location.
The new Kingwood restaurant will boast the Caribbean-style design that incorporates bright island colors and details that help guests soak up the feel of a shoreside retreat while enjoying handmade, island-inspired cuisine. The grand opening celebration will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 8, and will include calypso music, prizes, and a robosurfer challenge where contestants will compete for first- and second-place prizes of $500 and $300 to go to their favorite charity. One lucky guest will win Free Chicken for a Year*, and the first 100 guests will receive a coupon for a free Create Your Own Family Meal, redeemable on a future visit.
“We are always looking for opportunities meet our neighbors, and our grand opening celebrations are a great way to connect with them,” said Pollo Tropical Chief Operating Officer Danny Meisenheimer. “Our guests can get a real taste of the tropics everyday at Pollo Tropical, and we hope to see many new friends at the grand opening celebration on May 8.”
Pollo Tropical’s menu centers on its signature citrus-marinated grilled chicken and also includes Mojo Roast Pork, Calypso Beef and Grilled Tropical Wings and made-from-scratch sides like rice, beans, yuca and sweet plantains. For a limited time, guests can also enjoy new Cheese Empanadas—crispy, sweet corn empanadas filled with creamy, melted cheese—and Tangy Pineapple Chicken, which can be ordered in a wrap or salad.
At Pollo Tropical, savory island spices, mixed herbs and citrus juices are blended into rubs and marinades that enhance the flavors of the fresh dishes. The famous Saucing Island® brings on the flavor—and a little heat—with 10 signature sauces including Curry Mustard, Guava BBQ, Pineapple Rum, Cilantro Garlic and Spicy Poyo-Poyo.
The Tropical Lite menu offers guests tasty, lighter options ranging from 340 to 510 calories that are built around the core Caribbean flavors of the Pollo Tropical menu.
To complement its menu, Pollo Tropical also offers a variety of island-inspired beverages, ranging from Caribbean beers to coconut water and popular Refrescas in tropical breeze, mango peach and superfruit punch flavors. Diners can add rum to create a tropical cocktail or a Cuba Libre made with Coca-Cola® and a fresh squeeze of lime.
The 3,400-square-foot restaurant will feature indoor and outdoor seating for more than 90 guests, with limited table service and a convenient drive-thru. Guests can receive a coupon for either a buy one, get one free small TropiChop® or $3 off a family meal by signing up for the Pollo Reward$® loyalty program.
The restaurant is actively recruiting for all positions and plans to hire more than 40 hourly team members. Applications are being accepted at http://pollotropical.com/careers/job-postings/.
*Complete details including contest rules, odds of winning and eligibility can be found online at www.pollotropical.com/community.
To celebrate I am giving away a Pollo Tropical Swag Bag!! It includes a beach towel, beach bag, t-shirt, spice rub, hot sauce, sun glasses and lots of Pollo Tropical coupons. To enter: fill out the rafflecopter form below. Giveaway will end May 7th at midnight. Open to residents of Houston and surrounding areas. Good Luck and Happy Entering 🙂
Glad to see better, healthier options coming our way!!