A New Fast-Casual Is Coming to RiNo, But Don't Call It Chipotle
Here's what we know about Señor Tanuki, a new "Asian Chipotle" concept coming to the Fabrica building.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Chain Watch
Key points
- A new restaurant called Señor Tanuki is planned for the Fabrica office building in Florida's RiNo neighborhood.
- The concept is described by its chef as an "elevated take on an Asian Chipotle."
- The name combines a Spanish honorific with the name of a shapeshifting trickster figure from Japanese folklore, suggesting a playful, fusion concept.
- The project aims to innovate in the competitive fast-casual market by offering a chef-driven menu with a focus on Asian-inspired flavors.
- Its location in RiNo targets a built-in audience of creative professionals and a neighborhood known for embracing new and artistic culinary concepts.
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