Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant Brings the Flavor of Mexico to Tyler

Abuelo’s to open at The Village at Cumberland Park, November 9

LUBBOCK, Texas – Lubbock-based Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurants, known for its classical Mexican style and top-quality cuisine, will open its first restaurant in Tyler on Monday,

November 9. The restaurant, located at The Village at Cumberland Park at 8926 S. Broadway Ave., is the company’s 40th site nationwide.

The new Abuelo’s restaurant will feature approximately 7,700-square-feet of interior space and will include a 1,000-square-foot outdoor, trellised patio. It will also feature a natural light skylight over an interior courtyard. The restaurant will seat approximately 250 guests and will employ between 80-100 employees.

“We designed Abuelo’s to have a gracious, yet friendly environment that’s compatible with our authentic, creative dishes,” said Mike Wright, Abuelo’s general manager in Tyler. “We are excited to bring our unique Mexican concept to Tyler and we look forward to being an active part of the community.”

Abuelo’s pre-opening training services will raise funds to benefit CASA for Kids of East Texas, a non-profit agency that advocates for the best interests of abused, neglected and dependent children in Smith, Van Zandt and Wood counties.

On opening day, November 9, the Tyler Chamber of Commerce will host a grand opening ribbon cutting at 10:30 a.m. Additionally on opening day, the first 100 guests who are seated beginning at 11 a.m., will receive a special  “Savor the Flavor of Mexico” calendar that includes offers for free items monthly for the next 14 months. The calendar offers are valued at more than $200.

Abuelo’s, which has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, is famous for its creative, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine, superior service and affordable prices. Abuelo’s menu selections combine authentic standards with the rich, subtle flavors of coastal and interior Mexican cuisine. Abuelo’s House Specialties, which combine beef tenderloin, fresh shrimp, Barramundi, salmon and other top-quality ingredients with unique, homemade sauces and side dishes, have earned a reputation for “raising the bar” of Mexican food restaurants. The menu also features an impressive selection of fire-grilled fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, chile rellenos, quesadillas and tamales. Desserts include Abuelo’s award-winning traditional Mexican flan, Dulce de Leche cheesecake and Margarita pie with tequila cream sauce, among others.

Abuelo’s also features a number of signature drinks including the La Grandeza Margarita, an award-winning Margarita recipe made with Gran Gala and served on the rocks or frozen; the El Jimador Platinum Margarita, a smooth, premium handmade Margarita with El Jimador Silver tequila and Agavero Orange; the 1800 Hand-Shaken Margarita, a custom built and hand-shaken Margarita featuring 1800 Reposado tequila that is served in a personal shaker; plus many others.  Abuelo’s signature Sangria Swirl, a favorite among guests, features frozen Sangria swirled with frozen La Grandeza Margarita.

“Our theme is ‘beyond Tex-Mex,’” added Robert Lin, president of Food Concepts International, Abuelo’s parent company.  “At Abuelo’s, our goal is to offer our guests an opportunity to experience the diverse and distinct flavors of Mexico in a beautiful setting with superior service at a great value.”

Meals at Abuelo’s are reasonably priced, with dinner costs of $7.99 to $24.99 and lunch costs of $7.29 to $13.29. All major credit cards are accepted. Restaurant hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Fridays and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, call (903) 581-2611. Also, get the latest news on these and other events and promotions by becoming a fan of Abuelo’s Tyler Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbuelosTylerTX.

About Abuelo’s

Since its first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in a true Mexican courtyard atmosphere. Abuelo’s has received national accolades as the top-ranked Mexican food restaurant and as one of America’s top overall restaurant chains in three consecutive biennial surveys by a leading national consumer rating magazine. Owned and operated by Food Concepts International in Lubbock Texas, the company currently has 40 full-serve restaurants located in 14 states, and a fast casual Abuelo’s Taqueria, located in Lubbock, Texas. An additional location is currently under construction in The Colony, Texas, with plans to open in January 2015. For more information, visit www.abuelos.com or Abuelo’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Abuelos.

Thursday, July 30, 2015

New restaurant scheduled to open at The Village at Cumberland Park

LUBBOCK, Texas – Construction is well underway on the new Abuelo’s Mexican restaurant, which is scheduled to open at 8926 South Broadway at The Village at Cumberland Park in mid-October. This will be Abuelo’s first location in Tyler and the company’s 40th location nationwide.

The new Abuelo’s will feature approximately 7,700-square-feet of interior space and will include an outdoor, trellised patio. It will also feature a natural light skylight over an interior courtyard. The restaurant will seat approximately 295 guests and will employ between 80-100 employees.

The new location will offer the same great Mexican food available in all Abuelo’s restaurants, featuring creative, made-from-scratch Mexican specialties, superior service and affordable prices.

“Our theme at Abuelo’s is ‘welcome to our home,’” said Robert Lin, president of Food Concepts International, Abuelo’s parent company. “Our goal is to offer our guests an opportunity to experience diverse flavors every day, in an authentic Mexican villa with superior service at a great value – whether it’s for a quick lunch with co-workers or a casual dinner with family or friends.”

Abuelo’s, which has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, is famous for its creative, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine, superior service and affordable prices. Abuelo’s menu selections combine authentic standards with the rich, subtle flavors of coastal and interior Mexican cuisine. Abuelo’s House Specialties, which combine beef tenderloin, fresh shrimp, Barramundi, salmon and other top-quality ingredients with unique, homemade sauces and side dishes, have earned a reputation for “raising the bar” of Mexican food restaurants. The menu also features an impressive selection of fire-grilled fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, chile rellenos, quesadillas and tamales. Desserts include Abuelo’s award-winning traditional Mexican flan and Margarita pie with tequila cream sauce, among others.

About Abuelo’s

Since its first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in a true Mexican courtyard atmosphere. Abuelo’s has received national accolades as the top-ranked Mexican food restaurant and as one of America’s top overall restaurant chains in three consecutive biennial surveys by a leading national consumer rating magazine. Owned and operated by Food Concepts International in Lubbock Texas, the company currently has 39 full-service restaurants located in 14 states, and a fast casual Abuelo’s Taqueria, located in Lubbock, Texas. For more information, visit www.abuelos.com or Abuelo’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Abuelos.

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

LUBBOCK, Texas – Cheers! National Tequila Day is coming up on July 24, and there’s no better way to celebrate this special occasion than by enjoying a cool and refreshing Margarita. In honor of National Tequila Day, Abuelo’s Mexican restaurants will be offering $5.95 premium Margaritas from open to close on Friday, July 24.

Abuelo’s will offer a selection of premium Margaritas including the 1800 Hand-Shaken Margarita, Agave Margarita, Skinny Margarita, Platinum Margarita and Cerveza Rita.

“National Tequila Day is a perfect reason to enjoy our incredible selection of delicious Margaritas and what better way to celebrate than with $5.95 premium Margaritas all day long. We hope everyone will come out and celebrate this fun holiday– and cool off with a refreshing Margarita,” said Brian Bell, Vice President of Beverage for Abuelo’s.

Participating locations include all Abuelo’s restaurants, with the exception of Oklahoma locations, due to local liquor laws.

Abuelo’s offers opportunities to win prizes and catch up on the latest news by “liking” Abuelo’s on Facebook (www.facebook.com/abuelos) and following Abuelo’s on Twitter (www.twitter.com/eatabuelos).

About Abuelo’s   Since its first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in a true Mexican courtyard atmosphere. Abuelo’s has received national accolades as the top-ranked Mexican food restaurant and as one of America’s top overall restaurant chains in three consecutive biennial surveys by a leading national consumer rating magazine. Owned and operated by Food Concepts International in Lubbock Texas, the company currently has 39 full-serve restaurants located in 14 states, and a fast casual Abuelo’s Taqueria, located in Lubbock, Texas. For more information, visit www.abuelos.com or Abuelo’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Abuelos.

Sunday, May 31, 2015

LUBBOCK, Texas – Abuelo’s Mexican restaurant’s recent grand opening in west Wichita raised ­­­­$6,500 to benefit Victory in the Valley, a non-profit organization founded in 1983 by cancer survivor Lois Thomi after her successful treatment of an aggressive form of breast cancer. The organization has now grown to become a state-wide comprehensive cancer support program by adding needed service programs to benefit cancer patients and their families.

The new Abuelo’s restaurant, located at 452 South Ridge Road, raised funds through proceeds from sales during the restaurant’s pre-opening training services, as well as through donations from employees and guests.

“We raised a significant amount of money for a very deserving charity and had a lot of fun in the process,” said Chuck Ouellette, general manager of Abuelo’s West Wichita restaurant. “The local community showed wonderful support for Victory in the Valley, which was great. We are thrilled to be able to benefit an outstanding organization that does such great work for cancer patients and their families.”

Abuelo’s also has a location in east Wichita n the Waterfront at 1413 N. Waterfront Parkway. The new west Wichita restaurant opened on May 26, 2015.

About Abuelo’s  Since its first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in a true Mexican courtyard atmosphere. Abuelo’s has received national accolades as the top-ranked Mexican food restaurant and as one of America’s top overall restaurant chains in three consecutive biennial surveys by a leading national consumer rating magazine. Owned and operated by Food Concepts International in Lubbock Texas, the company currently has 39 full-serve restaurants located in 14 states, and a fast casual Abuelo’s Taqueria, located in Lubbock, Texas. For more information, visit www.abuelos.com or Abuelo’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Abuelos.              

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

WICHITA, Kan. – Abuelo’s Mexican restaurant opened its second Wichita location on May 26 in the city’s growing west side at 452 South Ridge Road. Abuelo’s other restaurant in Wichita, which opened in 2004, is located in the Waterfront at 1413 N. Waterfront Parkway.

The new Abuelo’s restaurant features approximately 7,700-square-feet of interior space and includes a 1,000-square-foot outdoor, trellised patio. It also features a natural light skylight over an interior courtyard. The restaurant seats approximately 250 guests and employs between 80-100 employees.

“Our theme at Abuelo’s is ‘welcome to our home’ and we are looking forward to welcoming everyone to our newest location to enjoy our incredible Mexican food,” said Chuck Ouellette, Abuelo’s general manager. “Wichita has been an excellent market for us over the past 11 years, and we are excited to open a second location in this great city.”

Abuelo’s pre-opening training services raised $6,500 to benefit Victory in the Valley, Inc., a non-profit organization founded in 1983 by cancer survivor Lois Thomi after her successful treatment of an aggressive form of breast cancer. The organization has now grown to become a state-wide comprehensive cancer support program by adding needed service programs to benefit cancer patients and their families.

Additionally, on opening day, May 26, the first 100 guests who were seated beginning at 11 a.m., received a 2015-2016 calendar with free items monthly. The calendar offers are valued at $215.00.

Abuelo’s, which has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, is famous for its creative, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine, superior service and affordable prices. Abuelo’s menu selections combine authentic standards with the rich, subtle flavors of coastal and interior Mexican cuisine. Abuelo’s House Specialties, which combine beef tenderloin, fresh shrimp, Barramundi, salmon and other top-quality ingredients with unique, homemade sauces and side dishes, have earned a reputation for “raising the bar” of Mexican food restaurants. The menu also features an impressive selection of fire-grilled fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, chile rellenos, quesadillas and tamales. Desserts include Abuelo’s award-winning traditional Mexican flan and Margarita pie with tequila cream sauce, among others.

“Our theme is ‘beyond Tex-Mex,’” added Robert Lin, president of Food Concepts International, Abuelo’s parent company.  “At Abuelo’s, our goal is to offer our guests an opportunity to experience the diverse and distinct flavors of Mexico in a beautiful setting with superior service at a great value.”

In addition to the new Wichita restaurant, Abuelo’s has two other restaurant opening planned for this year. Construction recently began on a new restaurant in Tyler, Texas, which is slated to open in September. The company also recently signed a lease agreement on a new property in The Colony, Texas at the Village at 121, located on the northeast corner of Highway 121 and South Colony Blvd. The new Abuelo’s in The Colony, which is scheduled to open in late 2015, will be the company’s sixth location in the Dallas/Fort Worth-area. Other Abuelo’s are located in Arlington, Hurst, East Plano, West Plano and Fort Worth.

 About Abuelo’s    Since its first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in a true Mexican courtyard atmosphere. Abuelo’s has received national accolades as the top-ranked Mexican food restaurant and as one of America’s top overall restaurant chains in three consecutive biennial surveys by a leading national consumer rating magazine. Owned and operated by Food Concepts International in Lubbock Texas, the company currently has 39 full-serve restaurants located in 14 states, and a fast casual Abuelo’s Taqueria, located in Lubbock, Texas. For more information, visit www.abuelos.com or Abuelo’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Abuelos.