Tony Roma’s restaurant sizzles celebrating 50th anniversary

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 -- Romacorp Inc, the parent company of Tony Roma’s®, the world’s largest casual dining concept and widely-recognised restaurant brand that specialises in ribs, celebrates its 50th anniversary.

On Jan 20, 1972, the company’s founder Tony Roma opened his flagship restaurant, Tony Roma’s, in North Miami, Florida. The restaurant quickly became one of the most popular eateries in Miami and established its niche in the market, according to a statement.

Now, after 50 years of successful growth and worldwide expansion, the company is celebrating being one of the most recognisable names in the restaurant industry.

“As we look to the next 50-plus years, we are focused on growth, a fresh new concept, family-friendly dining experiences and continuing to serve up our saucy and flavourful ribs. We look forward to bringing families together around the table for many more years to come,” said CEO (Acting) & COO of Romacorp Inc, Ramon Bourgeois.

Recently, the brand announced its new visionary leadership team which is paving the way for the brand’s next chapter of growth to expand the brand and Tony Roma’s portfolio of dining experiences.

Later this year, the brand plans to launch a 3,000+ square foot dining prototype along with its 500 square foot fast-casual concept Bones & Burgers™, which will cater to on-the-go guests, while still providing the same quality ingredients and fresh preparations in an authentic quick-service space.

The company plans to open 200 Tony Roma’s locations over the next decade, primarily focusing on markets in the Middle East, Asia and the United States. The newest Tony Roma’s locations are set to open in North Carolina this summer and Montana before year-end.

Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Tony Roma’s is present in 20 countries and is one of the most globally recognisable names in the industry.

More details at www.tonyromas.com.

-- BERNAMA