February 16, 2012
16. Pei Wei Asian Diner
Scottsdale, Ariz. / No. of units: 169
Pei Wei Asian Diner offers a fresh-to-order pan-Asian menu featuring cuisine from China, Japan, Vietnam, Korea and Thailand, with all dishes priced at less than $10. Employing a Mandarin-style wok-cooking process, each Pei Wei dish strives to deliver a touch of exotic flavor served up in a vibrant, urban-inspired style. With a unique brand philosophy dubbed “East of Usual,” the franchise encourages guests to break out of their culinary routines and try something different.