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CROCKETT'S PUBLIC HOUSE – Puyallup, Washington www.crockettspublichouse.com As spring approaches TGRCG is assisting the Crockett’s team with new menu additions and new recipes. Just some of the new menu items include two new street tacos—a fired vegetarian avocado taco with pepperjack cheese, shredded cabbage, poblano sauce, vegetarian black benas, and pico di gallo. The second taco is a smoked brisket taco that includes caramelized onions, BBQ sauce, pepperjack cheese, pickled jalapenos and cilantro. Two new salads have also been added. Forbidden Rice Salad, which includes fresh diced mango, orange segments, arugula, pulled chicken, red onions, cilantro, dry roasted peanuts and ... Read More

The Stumbling Steer, Albuquerque, NM http://www.thestumblingsteer.com The Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group (TGRCG) is pleased to announce, with guidance from the Gilkey Group, the owners of Stumbling Steer have successfully navigated the restaurant opening process and Stumbling Steer is now open for business. The Stumbling Steer is committed to serving award-winning beer and equally amazing food. Their mission is to change how Albuquerque looks at both beer and food. The name, “The Stumbling Steer,” refers to how serious they are about their farm-to-table approach. The Brewmaster painstakingly makes his extraordinary beers, saving the spent grains to feed locally raised cattle. The ... Read More

PLEASANT BEACH VILLAGE – Bainbridge Island, Washington www.pleasantbeachvillage.com TG is assisting the executive team at Pleasant Beach Village to improve their restaurant’s financial margins. Pleasant Beach Village is a multipurpose development located ten miles west of Seattle by ferry on Bainbridge Island. Pleasant Beach amenities include a full service semi upscale restaurant, an exclusive catering venue, an open market, luxury suites and residences. The Beach House Restaurant is Pleasant Beach Village’s full service semi upscale restaurant. Beyond the sweeping views of Rich Passage, the floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace provides a cozy island atmosphere to enjoy The Beach House made-from-scratch Northwest fare ... Read More

Sweet Iron Waffles, Seattle, WA http://www.sweetironwaffles.com Sweet Iron is a fast casual restaurant bringing authentic Liège waffles to Seattle. These waffles use a Brioche style yeast dough which is candied with sweet pearls of sugar, they rise for two hours before pressed into an imported cast iron Belgian waffle iron until freshly baked to rich perfection. The owners of Sweet Iron asked TGRCG to assess their business and help them improve their current performance. Our recommendations included a variety of interventions from their website to menu to catering, in addition to recipe costing and recipe documentation. Sweet Iron Waffles is ... Read More

Buffalo Run Casino and Resort, Miami, OK http://www.buffalorun.com After completion of Buffalo Run Casino’s food and beverage assessment, The Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group (TGRCG) has been retained to implement new management operating systems, re-write menus and rebrand their fast casual restaurant concept. TGRCG traveled back to Miami and working side-by-side with the Coleman House Chef team memorialized and standardized all production recipes and procedures resulting in a master recipe manual for the culinary team’s reference. In addition, TGRCG developed a recipe-costing database for theoretical food cost reporting. This enabled Buffalo Run’s executive team to accurately price their menus resulting in ... Read More

New Seattle Gastro Pub Restaurant Concept Seattle, WashingtonThe Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group (TGRCG) just designed the kitchen, bar and service station for a new 6,000 square foot restaurant located in the Belltown area of downtown Seattle. This new international gastro pub’s culinary principles embrace a modern interpretation of old world-cooking techniques. Historically, the Norman invasions introduced exotic spices into the slow cooking techniques of medieval Europe, resulting in a savory herbed stewing method. As a tribute to this regional cuisine, the foundations of the menu include slow cooking with bold global flavors. With over 30 years of food service design ... Read More

Lost Lake Café and Lounge5-Point Café and Bar, Seattle, WA www.lostlakecafe.comwww.the5pointcafe.com The Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group (TGRCG) is working with the owners of Lost Lake Café and Lounge, The 5-Point Café and Bar, and their newly purchased and under construction Comet Bar, to assess their business practices and provide operational recommendations. Lost Lake, a 24-hour retro diner, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails to hungry and thirsty guests. Located in the hip area of Capital Hill just east of downtown Seattle, Lost Lake’s blend of lakeside lodge and 1960’s diner provides a comfortable spot to dine anytime of day or ... Read More

Bottega Louie, Los Angeles, CA www.bottegalouie.com The Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group’s research and development team joined forces with the Bottega Louie team to expand BL’s Gourmet Market offerings. The new line created by The Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group’s chefs include savory éclairs, tea sandwiches and club sandwiches, all beautifully packaged and ready for take out. The Bottega Louie Gourmet Market continues its popularity. A visit to downtown Los Angeles would be incomplete without a stop at Bottega Louie. Read More

Buffalo Run Casino and Resort, Miami, OK www.buffalorun.com Buffalo Run Casino and Resort is the gaming and entertainment center in this four state area. The Gilkey Restaurant Consulting Group traveled to Oklahoma to meet the Buffalo Run executive team. TGRCG assessed Buffalo Run’s current restaurant brands as well as their Food and Beverage operations. Following the assessment, TGRCG will implement rebranding strategies and operating enhancements. Buffalo Run Casino and Resort continues to exceed guest expectations thanks to the efforts of their dedicated and valued team. Read More