Hot New Fast Food Chain A-Commin'!

They say “Beware of Greeks Baring Gifts” – in this case, it could be a pleasant surprise! Before I continue any further, I must admit I am not a huge fast food supporter. My job definitely has me eating out most meals and days of the week (for better or worse) BUT I make a point to try and hit some nicer restaurants that serve healthier meals/portions. With that being said – we all enjoy bad stuff here and there! Well, this place is not so bad!

I was reading my SCT Magazine (Shopping Centers Today) and came across a new fast food chain – EVOS. Like all good Greek restaurant owners, these owners chose the name Evos from the Greek derivative of the word “evolve.” The three partners are Dino Lambridis, Alkis Crassas, and Michael Jeffers. They are based in Tampa and currently have 5 stores with 107 in 12 states set to open in the next 5 years. (Ohio is within the states named – yippy!)

Evos is a new burger stop and what separated their food from the normal fast food burger is how it is prepared. Evos prides itself in cooking a healthier way (oven baked vs. fried) and their drinks are made with healthier ingredients (ie: Milkshakes are Milk/sugar, fruit drinks are made with real fruit vs. corn syrup!) The ingredients are organic, natural, hormone and antibiotic free, as well as minimally processed. (On a side note – not sure if anyone has read “Skinny Bitch” – OMG – this will mean that much more!!! A topic for another day ) They’re even environmentally responsible; the paper is recycled with a soy-based ink. Bravo Bravo

The first Evos restaurant opening in 1994 and began franchising in 2006 with the Henderson Restaurant. Their prices are considered “affordable” (I have not seen them or know what their price point is) and they consider their “competitors” Chipotle and Panera Bread. (I tried downloading the menu but it was really slow.)

SO – I will work on getting them here sooner – in the meantime – enjoy MetroBurger!!