July 26, 2012
Stacked
Torrance, Calif. / No. of units: 3
The co-founders of BJs Restaurants launched the first Stacked in May 2011 and followed up in short order with openings in San Diego and Cerritos. The tagline, “food well built” sums up the premise of Paul Motenko and Jerry Hennessy’s new venture: Customers construct their own burgers, chicken or sausage sandwiches, pizzas, salads or desserts from a menu of “stackable” ingredients. Diners can place their order in-store via iPad or the old-fashioned way, at the counter. Customers also can preorder online, receiving a 6-digit order number to enter on the iPad when they arrive at the restaurant.