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Second largest U.S. Johnny Rockets opens in desert

August 22, 2012

Two months after launching its largest restaurant worldwide in the Dominican Republic in June, Johnny Rockets has opened another large location. The 5,200 square-foot restaurant in Rancho Mirage, Calif., is the second-largest Johnny Rockets in the U.S., according to a company press release.

The freestanding facility offers seating for 198 guests, including 44 on the outside patio. It is located at the Waterfront, across from The River - a popular dining and entertainment venue for local residents as well as visitors to the area.

"When we first designed this restaurant, we wanted it to be the biggest and best eating establishment we could make it," said franchise partner Nick Thomas, who has operated a successful Johnny Rockets restaurant in Camarillo with wife Marriette for nearly three years. "We started with what is most readily identified with Johnny Rockets – the classic design, all-American menu and dancing servers – and added interesting architectural elements and food items created just for us by local chef Melinda Garland. We look forward to welcoming Coachella Valley residents and visitors to our fun, friendly and flavorful dining experience."

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