Moe’s Southwest Grill Groton, CT, Grand Opening

Popular fast-casual burrito joint opens on April 18, Donates 15% Sales to Navy Marine Corp Relief Society 

Groton, CT (April 18, 2013) – “Welcome to Moe’s!” will soon be heard throughout Groton when Moe’s Southwest Grill opens at Groton Square Shopping Plaza 220 Route 12 on Thursday, April 18. Fifteen percent of sales from that day will be donated to Navy Marine Corp Relief Society, a private non-profit organization just down the street from Moe’s that provides financial, educational, and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United States. This will be franchise partners Matt Rusconi and David Vorchheimer’s sixth Moe’s in Connecticut.

“We hope to experience the same warm reception at Groton that we received at our Waterford location,” said Rusconi. “Giving back to the community, who we truly enjoy partnering with, is simply part of our operations model.”

Ranked #1 in the Fast Casual Mexican Category by Entrepreneur in 2011, Atlanta based Moe’s Southwest Grill’s serves fresh made-to-order burritos and southwest fare in a fun and laid back environment. When you walk by Groton’s newest burrito joint the first thing you’ll hear is a familiar “Welcome to Moe’s!” It’s more than a greeting; it’s a way of life for the folks who customize each meal fresh to order right in front of the guest.

All meals, including signature items like the Homewrecker burrito, Close Talker salad and John Coctostan quesadilla, are served with free chips and salsa. While Moe’s is best known for its burritos packed with a choice of over 20 fresh ingredients, the menu also features kid’s, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

Guests can also try the new Coca-Cola Freestyle® soda fountain. The sleek, stylish new fountains are touch screen operated, enabling consumers to select from more than 100 regular and low-calorie beverage brands – including more than 70 diet, low-calorie and 90 caffeine-free beverages, 80+ unique brands offered nowhere else, as well as many varieties of waters, sports drinks, lemonades and sparkling beverages that, prior to the arrival of Coca-Cola Freestyle, were not available in the U.S.

This location will offer a Moe Monday special which includes any burrito, chips, salsa and a drink for only $6.99. On Tuesday night starting at 4 p.m., they offer free Kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal, and they also offer catering.

Moe’s in Groton will be open from Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information guests may call 860-405-9661.

Moe’s Southwest Grill Opens New Opry Mills Mall Location with “Pay What You Want” Day

Popular fast-casual burrito joint opens March 7, Proceeds Benefit Boys and Girls Club of Middle Tennessee and the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation 

NASHVILLE, TN – (March 7, 2012) – “Welcome to Moe’s” will soon be heard in the Opry Mills Mall when Moe’s Southwest Grill opens at 433 Opry Mills Drive, on Thursday, March 7, 2013. The seventh location to open in Middle Tennessee, this Moe’s is celebrating its grand opening and giving back to the community with “Pay What You Want” day on Friday, March 8 where customers make a donation in any amount they choose in exchange for their meal. All proceeds collected will benefit the Middle Tennessee Boys and Girls Club and the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation. In addition, Moe’s will be giving away more than $1000 worth of gift cards and food items and on Saturday, March 9 and Sunday, March 10, sides of Moe’s famous Queso will be free.

All meals, including signature items like the Homewrecker burrito, Close Talker salad and John Coctostan quesadilla, are served with free chips and salsa. While Moe’s is best known for its burritos packed with a choice of over 20 fresh ingredients, the menu also features kid’s, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

Moe’s Southwest Grill opened its first Middle Tennessee restaurant more than eight years ago in Cool Springs. That location, along with Spring Hill, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Harding Road and West End in Nashville, makes the Opry Mills location franchise partner Scott Portis’ seventh Moe’s.

This location will be open Monday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. For more information guests may call (615) 823-6450.

Moe’s Southwest Grill Rochester Grand Opening

 Popular fast-casual burrito joint opens on March 7

Rochester, NY (March 7, 2013) – “Welcome to Moe’s!” will soon be heard throughout Rochester when Moe’s Southwest Grill opens at 130 East Avenue on Thursday, March 7. Ranked #1 in the Fast Casual Mexican Category by Entrepreneur in 2011, Atlanta based Moe’s Southwest Grill’s serves fresh made-to-order burritos and southwest fare in a fun and laid back environment.

When you walk by Rochester’s newest burrito joint the first thing you’ll hear is a familiar “Welcome to Moe’s!” It’s more than a greeting; it’s a way of life for the folks who customize each meal fresh to order right in front of the guest.

All meals, including signature items like the Homewrecker burrito, Close Talker salad and John Coctostan quesadilla, are served with free chips and salsa. While Moe’s is best known for its burritos packed with a choice of over 20 fresh ingredients, the menu also features kid’s, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

Guests can also try the new Coca-Cola Freestyle® soda fountain. The sleek, stylish new fountains are touch screen operated, enabling consumers to select from more than 100 regular and low-calorie beverage brands – including more than 70 diet, low-calorie and 90 caffeine-free beverages, 80+ unique brands offered nowhere else, as well as many varieties of waters, sports drinks, lemonades and sparkling beverages that, prior to the arrival of Coca-Cola Freestyle, were not available in the U.S.

This location will offer a Moe Wednesday special which includes any burrito, chips, salsa and a drink for only $6.99.

Moe’s in Rochester will be open from Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight. For more information guests may call 585-413-0629.

Moe’s Southwest Grill N. Myrtle Beach Offers $2 Burritos For Grand Opening

Chance to Win Free Moe’s for a Year

N. Myrtle Beach, S.C. – Feb. 18, 2013 — “Welcome to Moe’s!” will ring out in N. Myrtle Beach when Moe’s Southwest Grill celebrates its grand opening at 4517 U.S. 17 North on Thursday, Feb. 28.

Enjoy any customizable burrito for $2; limit one per person all-day on Feb. 28.

Mix 97.7 will be broadcasting live from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. All guests can spin the Moe’s Prize Wheel for a chance to win free burritos for a year, Moe Bucks or Moe’s swag.

“Moe’s is proud to be part of the Myrtle Beach community since this area has long held a special place in my heart,” said Clif Bullard, Moe’s franchisee and Bullard Group President. “Moe’s believes in fresh food, family and fun and we’re excited to bring our unique southwest fare to N. Myrtle Beach.”

The grand opening celebration begins at 11 a.m. on Feb. 28.

Guests can experience the new touch-screen-operated Coca-Cola Freestyle^® soda fountain, complete with separate ice and water dispensers. Coca-Cola Freestyle^® enables consumers to select from more than 100 regular and low-calorie beverage brands—including more than 60 diet, low-calorie and caffeine-free beverages, as well as many varieties of waters, sports drinks, lemonades and sparkling beverages that, prior to the arrival of Coca-Cola Freestyle^®, were not available in the United States.

This location offers a Moe Monday special, which includes a burrito, chips and a regular drink for only $5.99. On Tuesdays, children 12 and under eat free with the purchase of any adult meal. As always, every meal is served with free chips and salsa.

The North Myrtle Beach Moe’s is located on 4517 U.S. 17 North and is open daily from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.

For more information, contact:
Elisabeth Podair, Account Executive
704.657.7637 or epodair@sparksi.com

Moe’s Southwest Grill Bolstering Presence in Manhattan

 Three New Locations Planned for 2013 Beginning Jan. 31 with $4 Burrito Special

NEW YORK – Jan. 30, 2013 – “Welcome to Moe’s!” will soon be heard a lot more frequently on the streets of Manhattan when Moe’s Southwest Grill® opens at 367 1^st Ave. in Midtown East on Thursday, Jan. 31. As a bonus, customers will be treated to a $4.00 burrito special on opening day, and kid’s meals will be free all weekend with an adult purchase.

The franchise partners, Glenn Buchholz and Frank Ferrantelli, are the first to sign a multi-unit deal in Manhattan and have plans to quickly expand the thriving brand. A second location is slated for late April in Kips Bay while a third is in the works for early June in Murray Hill. The duo, both longtime New Yorkers, parlayed their experience in other business ventures into an agreement with Moe’s – a brand they both readily admit to falling in love with as consumers before all else.

“Moe’s has a great presence in the states of New York and New Jersey and we’ve been enjoying the food and culture of Moe’s for years,” said Buchholz. “We are thrilled to bring these restaurants into the heart of the city – it was only a matter of time before Moe’s took over Manhattan.”

“Welcome to Moe’s!” is more than a greeting; it’s a way of life for the folks who customize each meal fresh-to-order right in front of the guest. All meals, including signature items like the Homewrecker burrito, Close Talker salad and John Coctostan quesadilla, are served with free chips and salsa. While Moe’s is best known for its burritos packed with a choice of over 20 fresh ingredients, the menu also features kid’s, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

Guests can also try the new Coca-Cola Freestyle® soda fountain. The sleek, stylish new fountains are touch-screen operated, enabling consumers to select from more than 100 regular and low-calorie beverage brands – including more than 70 diet, low-calorie and 90 caffeine-free beverages, 80-plus unique brands offered nowhere else, and many varieties of waters, sports drinks, lemonades and sparkling beverages that, prior to the arrival of Coca-Cola Freestyle, were not available in the U.S.

Ranked No. 1 in the Fast Casual Mexican Category by Entrepreneur in 2011, Atlanta-based Moe’s Southwest Grill serves fresh, made-to-order burritos and southwest fare in a fun and laid-back environment. Moe’s in Manhattan will be open every day from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. For more information, guests may call (646) 861-0414 or visit www.moes.com.