Six restaurant concepts have been selected by Nation’s Restaurant News as its 2006 Hot Concepts! by the editors of NRN. Among the winners: Cheeseburger in Paradise.
Cheeseburger in Paradise was founded in August 2002 and now is owned by Outback Steakhouse, under a license from singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett. The “island fantasy” concept features colorful cocktails and live music as well as Key West-style architecture and decor that offer customers an escape from the daily grind. Topping the chain’s menu are its signature hamburgers and other traditional, American favorites prepared with a Caribbean flair. There are currently 29 Cheeseburger in Paradise locations, and another 20 are scheduled to open by year-end.