Franchising

The Trough opening in remodeled office park

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May 24, 2022

Reimagined suburban office parks have made a comeback over the last few years, so it's not surprising that Orange County, California's Centerview at Irvine Concourse — owned by affiliates of EMMES Realty Services LLC and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management — has taken that a step further by developing a restaurant pad, Eighteen Main. It includes The Trough, a fast casual concept joining The Goldfinch, Izakaya Osen, KIT Coffee, Porch & Swing, SOL Mexican Cocina, and Maldon's Bistro at Centerview, according to a company press release.

The Trough, which serves sandwiches, bowls and breakfast burritos, is The Blind Pig Restaurant Group's fifth eatery in Orange County and will open by summer's end.

"We are happy to be a part of the Eighteen Main vision and being the sole fast-casual lunch concept within the complex," said Tony Monaco, owner of The Blind Pig Restaurant Group, which includes a popular speak-easy style restaurant and bar in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, as well as Yorba Linda and a soon-to-be location in Anaheim.

Attracting eateries such as The Trough is expected to further elevate Eighteen Main as a premier dining destination in Irvine.

"A creative approach to amenities has allowed EMMES to develop a unique synergy between Centerview, Eighteen Main, and the community," said Justin Nguyen, vice president, asset management, EMMES Realty Services of California. "We are thrilled to welcome The Trough as Eighteen Main's latest culinary experience in our effort to provide the urban variety people want in a suburban setting. This is the new 'metroburb.'"