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???? After nearly a decade of delays, obstacles, and false starts, iconic Ted’s Hot Dogs finally has broken ground for its long-planned Chandler location near the northwest corner of Gilbert and Germann.
The western New York-based chain opened its sole out-of-state location in Tempe in 1983, and the eatery quickly became a go-to destination for hot dogs, sausages, and burgers cooked over hardwood charcoal.
In early 2017, Ted’s announced plans to open a second Valley restaurant just west of Chase Bank at Chandler Crossroads by the end of that year. The ground-breaking, however, was beset by zoning and design issues, a change in company leadership, and the covid pandemic.
At one point, Ted’s even tried pivoting to a new location on the southeast corner of the intersection, which is part of the town of Gilbert.
Last October, though, new CEO Ray Barry announced the ground-breaking finally would take place in January. It’s a few months late (or eight years late, depending on your point of view), but it’s finally happened.
????? The spring edition of Arizona Restaurant Week, sponsored by the Arizona Restaurant Association, starts today and runs through next Sunday, May 25.
Participating restaurants are offering three-course prix-fixe menus for $33, $44, or $55 per person (or couple, in some cases). Wine or cocktail pairings often are included or available.
See the list of 200-plus participating restaurants and their special menus here.
(Pictured: Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine in Chandler.)
???? Original ChopShop, a Scottsdale-born chain offering healthy protein bowls, salads, and sandwiches, is working on its 10th Valley location in midtown Phoenix. MXSW Insiders can read more here.
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