FIRKIN GROUP OF PUBS GROWS IN VIRGINIA Locals to Open Three Pubs, first in 2007
Toronto, December 11, 2006 —Firkin
Group of Pubs, the largest and fastest growing English pub chain in
North America, recently inked a multi-unit franchise agreement with
the American Pub Company bringing three pubs to Stafford, Fredericksburg
and Woodbridge, VA. The American Pub Company expects to open their
first pub in Stafford in summer 2007.
“From a business standpoint, the Woodbridge, Stafford and Fredericksburg
areas were perfect for the Firkin concept,” says Frank Rubio, President
of the American Pub Company. “They have a growing population and
continue to attract new thriving businesses. Firkin will fit right in
because they have a fresh spin on the pub segment and locals will enjoy
its laid back atmosphere.”
The Firkin Group of Pubs is one of the most popular neighborhood pub
chains in Canada and recently captured the title of the largest and fastest
growing pub chain in the United States. Serving spectacular food in a
friendly, pub-like atmosphere it draws families, students and professionals
alike.
Currently, Firkin
has three open locations in Virginia and another four in development
between Newport News and South Riding. Nationally, Firkin has open
pubs in five states—Michigan, New York, Illinois,
Texas, Virginia, Florida and another 200 currently in development throughout
North America.
“The Firkin Group of Pubs are putting the relaxed, comfortable
British pub atmosphere on the map here in the United States,” says
Larry Isaacs, Firkin Director of Marketing. “We are very excited
about our rapid expansion and look forward to bringing more pubs to Virginia—specifically
to the Stafford, Fredericksburg areas.”
About Firkin :
Stanley Adelson
and Ian Fisher opened their first pub, Fox and Firkin, in Toronto in
May 1987. It was the idea of a traditional English neighborhood pub – where people could enjoy good drink and food in good company – that
quickly built a stable of regulars. Selections range from a variety
of beverages and delicious meals including: traditional English
pub fare like fish and chips, burgers, sandwiches, as well as a selection
of entrée dishes such as New York strip steak, roasted chicken,
fresh fish and salads and—of course—a wide assortment of
draft beers on tap and in the bottle. There are currently 39 units
open in North America and 150 pubs in development in the United States.
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