Energy Kitchen Franchise News

November 02, 2011 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, the healthy, fast-casual eatery founded in New York and financially backed and strategically led by Mike Repole, co-founder of Vitaminwater and major stakeholder of Pirate’s Booty all-natural snacks, is poised to open 40 new restaurants throughout the United States in the next two years and a total of 1,000 stores over the next 10 years.
In a world where fast food is king, Energy Kitchen is revolutionizing the way people eat by changing the conception that fast food has to be fat food.
“The time is now for a healthy revolution in the fast food segment. When it comes to being health conscious the majority of fast food restaurants are irresponsible,” said Repole, Chairman of Energy Kitchen...

Healthy fast-casual chain adds seasoned professional to leadership team. NEW YORK, NY, August 03, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the appointment of franchise veteran Michael J. Lerman as Director of Operations.

Lerman, who most recently served as COO of TRUFOODS, the franchisor of some of the most highly-regarded food franchise names in America, will be responsible for enhancing Energy Kitchen's operational efficiencies. He will oversee all corporate and franchise stores, as well as manage the company's training and development needs.

"Michael has been a great addition to our leadership team and will play a valuable role in our growth and success as we continue to expand and develop the Energy Kitchen brand coast-to-coast," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen...

Healthy fast-casual chain adds seasoned professional to leadership team. NEW YORK, NY, August 03, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the appointment of Tapan Shah as Director of Marketing.

Shah, who most recently served as an associate brand manager with Campbell Soup Company, will oversee all facets of consumer and franchise marketing at Energy Kitchen.

"We are pleased to welcome Tapan Shah to the Energy Kitchen family and are confident that his experience will perfectly compliment our aggressive growth plans," said company founder and president Anthony Leone. "Tapan's appointment is at the forefront of a number of new additions to the Energy Kitchen team, all in an effort to achieve the goal of 1,000 units over the next 10 years...

Health-Oriented Energy Kitchen Signs Agreement for Three Local Restaurants; Franchise Veteran Looks to Further Develop Nation's Capital March 25, 2011 // Franchising.com // NEW YORK – The battle against the bulge in our nation's capital is officially underway as Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in Washington, D.C.

The local development will target downtown Washington, D.C., and be led by franchise veteran Jimmy Fragoyannis, one of five partners owning nine Five Guys Burgers and Fries throughout Montgomery County, Md.

"It's an exciting time for us as we build momentum and take big steps towards our expansion goal," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that the local growth is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 1,000 of the calorie-conscious eateries nationwide over the next decade...

February 01, 2011 // Franchising.com // NEW YORK – Energy Kitchen, the Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for four new restaurants in Manhattan and Long Island.

The signed agreement – which will target Woodbury, Huntington and Garden City, among others, along with Manhattan's Garment District – is the second deal for Long Island and is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 50 of the calorie-conscious eateries throughout Greater New York in the next 4-5 years.

"It's an exciting time for us as we continue to strengthen our footprint in the healthy, fast-casual dining industry and grow our brand in our home state," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that the company has already grown to 10 restaurants throughout the greater New York metropolitan area and recently launched a national expansion plan calling for 1,000 locations in the next 10 years...

Energy Kitchen Continues to Offer New Yorkers Fast Food Without the Guilt, Signs Development Agreement for Three Local Restaurants in Nassau County January 04, 2011 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, the Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in Nassau County.

The signed agreement – which will target Carle Place, Greenvale and Manhasset, among others – is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 50 of the calorie-conscious eateries throughout Greater New York in the next 4-5 years.

"It's an exciting time for us as we continue to strengthen our footprint in the healthy, fast-casual dining industry and grow our brand in our home state," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that the company has already grown to 10 restaurants throughout the greater New York metropolitan area and recently launched a national expansion plan calling for 1,000 locations in the next 10 years...

December 01, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, the Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for 10 restaurants in the greater New York City metro area.

The signed agreement – which will target Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens – is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 50 of the calorie-conscious eateries throughout Greater New York in the next 4-5 years.

"It's an exciting time for us as we continue to strengthen our footprint in the healthy, fast-casual dining industry and grow our brand in our own backyard," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that the company has already grown to 10 restaurants throughout the greater New York metropolitan area and recently launched a national expansion plan calling for 1,000 locations in the next 10 years...

October 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for six restaurants in Miami-Dade County.

The signed agreement – which will target various cities in Miami-Dade County including South Miami, Pinecrest, Coral Gables, Midtown, Aventura and Bal Harbour – is the second in South Florida and is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 1,000 of the calorie-conscious eateries nationwide over the next decade.

"It's an exciting time for us as we build momentum and take big steps towards our national expansion goal," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that other agreements have been signed in Boston, New Jersey and Washington, D...

September 22, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in Fairfield County, CT.

The signed agreement – which will target various cities in Fairfield County including Stamford and Greenwich – is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 1,000 of the calorie-conscious eateries nationwide over the next decade.

"It's an exciting time for us as we build momentum and take big steps towards our national expansion goal," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that other agreements have been signed in Boston, New Jersey and Washington, D...

September 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – The most important meal of the day just got better as Energy Kitchen, a fast-casual restaurant whose health-centric menu features no item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the launch of its made-to-order omelettes and illy coffee for $3.99.

Available for a limited time during September at all nine locations, customers can start their day off right with an egg white omelette custom-made with a variety of fresh ingredients, like low-fat American cheese, sweet bell peppers and iron-rich spinach. Accompanied by illy's skillful and balanced blending of 100 percent Arabica beans, Energy Kitchen is providing New Yorkers with a guilt-free reason to rise and shine in the morning...

August 27, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no meal that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in Westchester County, N.Y.

The signed agreement – initially targeting White Plains, among other locations in Westchester County – is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 1,000 of the calorie-conscious eateries nationwide over the next decade.

"It's an exciting time for us as we build momentum and take big steps towards our national expansion goal," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that other agreements have been signed in South Florida, Boston, Washington, D...

August 10, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no menu item that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in Washington, D.C.

The signed agreement – which will target downtown Washington, D.C., Georgetown and Chevy Chase – is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 1,000 of the calorie-conscious eateries nationwide over the next decade.

"It's an exciting time for us as we build momentum and take big steps towards our national expansion goal," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen, adding that other agreements have been signed in South Florida, Boston and New Jersey...

Health-Oriented Fast Casual Chain Offers Fast Food Without the Guilt; Signs Area Development Agreement for Three New Restaurants June 07, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – Energy Kitchen, a Manhattan-based fast-casual chain whose health-centric menu features no meal that exceeds 500 calories, announces the signing of an area development agreement for three restaurants in South Florida.

The signed agreement, targeting South Beach, Brickell and Aventura, is part of an aggressive expansion plan calling for 1,000 of the calorie-conscious eateries nationwide over the next decade. With additional signings in Boston and New Jersey, Energy Kitchen continues to use its New York success as a springboard for national development...

Save Money and Calories at Energy Kitchen With Free Lunch and Giveaways on April 15 April 06, 2010 // Franchising.com // Manhattan, NY – There is one day of the year many Americans dread, April 15, also known as Tax Day. In order to provide a bit of stress-relief on this taxing day, Energy Kitchen, a healthy, fast-casual restaurant offering low-fat menu of 500 calorie or less, will celebrate saving money & calories by offering free lunch to New Yorkers.

Purchase any beverage and receive a free meal at all Energy Kitchen locations from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM on April 15. Customers will be able to choose from a Bison Cheesesteak Wrap, California Wrap or Buffalo Chicken Burger for their complimentary meal. Energy Kitchen's partners, glacéau vitaminwater zero®, Pirate's Booty® and GETfit by FITTERWITH will have brand ambassadors present at each Energy Kitchen location offering beverages, free samples, raffle prizes and free fitness advice...

Director of Franchise Sales and Development January 29, 2010 // Franchising.com // MANHATTAN, NY – Energy Kitchen, a fast-casual restaurant famous for its unique, low-calorie menu, announces the appointment of Steven Gardner as Director of Franchise Sales and Development.

Gardner, who most recently served as an independent franchise consultant and business broker, will be responsible for planning and implementing franchise sales programs targeted toward existing and new growth markets.

"Steven Gardner is a proven leader in the franchising industry and we are thrilled that he has taken on this role to further grow the Energy Kitchen brand," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen. "His experience makes him an ideal choice to develop and lead our strategic initiative to complement the brand's continued growth, and a major step towards solidifying our position as the leader in the healthy, fast-casual industry...

Healthy eatery offers breakfast menu items for $2.99 January 29, 2010 // Franchising.com // MANHATTAN, NY – Keeping that New Year's resolution to eat healthier will be a bit easier this January with Energy Kitchen's Breakfast Special.

Available for a limited time at all nine locations, Energy Kitchen is offering all of its breakfast menu items for $2.99, including all sandwiches, wraps and pancakes.

"During this time of new beginnings, we want to make it easy for consumers to keep their resolutions and eat healthy," said Anthony Leone, Founder and President of Energy Kitchen. "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and we want to help customers jump start their mornings with a healthy and affordable meal...