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The Big Salad to open 5th Detroit-area unit

April 3, 2013

The Big Salad, a chain of restaurants in the Detroit area serving custom-made salads, healthy soups and sandwiches, has opened the first of four planned Ann Arbor, Mich., locations and fifth restaurant overall in the Detroit area.

The Ann Arbor restaurant, located at 2793 Plymouth Road in the Plymouth Road Mall, is The Big Salad's third franchise location, increasing its west side presence which began with the opening of its Novi location in September 2012.

Franchisee Kevin Vlazny said he initially became interested in The Big Salad because of its upscale environment and menu of healthy and fresh food choices.

"I was attracted to The Big Salad because it was a new concept with healthy and fresh food served in an upscale and fast casual environment that's perfectly suited for the lifestyle of Ann Arbor residents," Vlazny said. "I also liked knowing that as a Michigan-based company it was going to provide me with the personal corporate support I wanted."

The Big Salad's founder and owner John Bornoty is equally optimistic about the new location.

"We're extremely excited about our new restaurant," said Bornoty. "Not only does it add to our presence on the west side of Detroit, it's located just a few short miles from the M23 Freeway, making is easily accessible for people who want a healthy yet hearty meal in a relaxing, yet upscale atmosphere at an affordable price."

Bornoty also sees the potential for further growth of his restaurant chain in Ann Arbor.

"Ultimately, we hope to end up with four Ann Arbor locations," Bornoty said. "This city is in its own little world. Between central campus, north campus, Briarwood Mall and downtown there are areas we can go that will draw completely different customers."

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