The nearly 200-store Bruster s Real Ice Cream chain has used technology to engage customers, increase its presence nationally and generally prove it is "pandemic-proof," according to a news release.
CEO Jim Sahene said in 2020 same-store sales grew 17%, total transactions gained nearly 5.5%, and the company signed nearly 30 franchise agreements.
Plus innovation at Auntie Anne’s, Baskin-Robbins, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream , Cousins Subs, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, Krispy Kreme, Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern, Slater’s 50/50, Tijuana Flats, Torchy’s Tacos, Veggie Grill, Velvet Taco, Voodoo Doughnut, Wing it On! and Yogurtland
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and some chains, such as Baskin-Robbins and Krispy Kreme, are betting that, 10 months into the pandemic, some heart-shaped treats are in order. Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is being more subtle its seasonal treats both have a splash of red while Voodoo Doughnut’s monthly special is blue for some reason (but check back next week to see what it has planned for Feb. 14).
North Olmsted native bringing Bruster’s Real Ice Cream to Lorain Road
Updated Feb 03, 2021;
Posted Feb 03, 2021
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream will open this spring at 27048 Lorain Road in North Olmsted. (John Benson/cleveland.com)
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NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio When it comes to tasty frozen treats, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream’s tagline is “A Scoop Above The Rest.”
Come this spring, North Olmsted residents will get a chance to find out for themselves when the franchise opens at a former Firehouse Subs located at 27048 Lorain Road.
Tiger Najjar grew up in North Olmsted and now along with his business partner and childhood friend Dr. Ramez Assad is proud to bring the artisan ice cream store to the city.
There may soon be a drive-through Bruster’s in town. (WYDaily/File photo)
If all goes according to plan, the Brewster’s Real Ice Cream at Williamsburg Crossing will soon be adding a drive-thru lane.
Caroline’s Creamery LLC, which operates as Bruster’s Real Ice Cream in the shopping center adjacent to Humelsine Parkway has asked for just that, according to a James City County Planning Division staff report from Jan. 6.
The area is currently zoned B1 General Business and is designated as mixed-use on the 2035 Comprehensive Plan. Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is asking for approval for a drive-thru lane around the building.
Plus updates from Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, Bartaco, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, BurgerFi, Cava , Cotton Patch Café, Curry Up Now, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, Fresh Brothers, Frisch’s Big Boy, Hot Head Burritos, Jinya Ramen Bar, North Italia, Veggie Grill, Velvet Taco and Voodoo Doughnut
In efforts to boost holiday cheer, and no-doubt checks as well, a number of chains are adding new alcoholic beverages to its menu, including Bonefish Grill, which has a new signature white wine blend, Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, which has a couple of new cocktails, Hot Head Burritos, which has a proprietary Margarita-like drink with MTN Dew, and Curry Up Now, which has a whole lineup of low-alcohol drinks.