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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Isabel Keane

Beloved buffet chain plans major expansion with smaller restaurants

  • Golden Corral is exploring new growth strategies, including opening smaller restaurants in non-traditional locations like travel plazas, airports and college campuses.
  • The buffet chain is also working to reduce the physical footprint and construction costs of its traditional restaurants, with a 7,500 sq ft location currently being built.
  • They are considering converting former sites of other restaurant chains, such as Red Lobster and TGI Fridays, into Golden Corral locations.
  • A previous fast-casual concept, Golden Corral Favorites, failed because customers expected a buffet, leading the company to consider a new fast-casual brand without the Golden Corral name.
  • Despite inflationary pressures, Golden Corral plans to maintain its commitment to value and high-quality food, offering 150 fresh items daily, including sirloin steak.

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