Justin Janney to reopen Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ.
Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ is reopening in Bryant. The community grieves when a restaurant or other business closes, but this one is being given a second chance at life, with new management and ownership.
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Photo via https://www.facebook.com/CraveBryantAR
Justin Janney comes to Arkansas from Tampa, Florida to operate the restaurant, located at 3429 Market Place in Bryant, behind Walmart. Janney says that he has been deeply involved in operations in restaurants throughout his entire career.
“These experiences have not only allowed me to develop and refine my skills, but also to truly enjoy what I do,” said Janney. “I’ve worked my way up from humble beginnings, to eventually becoming a vice president at a large QSR franchise organization. That incredible opportunity ignited a passion for me to venture into the world of entrepreneurship and start my own franchise with Crave.”
Photo via https://www.facebook.com/CraveBryantAR
Crave will have the same menu, with an attention to quality. Janney said, “I believe I have to acknowledge the mistakes of the past to move forward in this journey. While I’m not disparaging any past employees or ownership, I recognize the opportunities to service our community and provide them with better experiences. Our new management team and I are committed to creating better experiences and quality for everyone.”
Ax throwing is still offered at the restaurant, and they are currently interviewing and booking talent to entertain customers.
The beer wall will also remain but will not be open right away, since there is a process to go through with the State Alcoholic Beverage Control. And an improvement: “We are working to identify and upgrade necessary components to ensure the beer wall functionality pours the perfect beer every time.”
The team at Crave is hiring. Janney says, “We welcome individuals who align with our core values, which include creating outstanding customer experiences, delivering high-quality food, and fostering a distinctive environment that sets us apart from the rest. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about curating memorable experiences for both our team and customers, and who genuinely care about the excellence of our product. If anyone possesses these qualities, we would be delighted to have a conversation with them!”
Crave will have a soft opening on Monday, July 8th at 11:00 a.m. and will be open all week. The main grand opening celebration will be Saturday, July 13th at 11:00 a.m. The regular open hours will be Mondays – Saturdays 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Janney is excited to get going, “I am immensely grateful for the unwavering support of local officials and the community. Thank you for being an incredible part of my journey — I can’t wait to serve this awesome community!”
Follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CraveBryantAR.
