Japanese-American fast food concept Yoshinoya has announced that it has been approved to open a restaurant on the UCLA Campus at the new Court of Sciences Student Center. The location is expected to open in 2011 and will meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) criteria, qualifying for LEED Silver or Gold Certification. Yoshinoya's new restaurant will be the company's first "green" and non-traditional store.
"We are honored to have been chosen by UCLA to participate in this exciting project," said VP of Franchise Development and Sales, Scot Hobert in a news release. "To ensure that our guests will completely enjoy their Yoshinoya dining experience on campus, Yoshinoya will be working closely with ASUCLA on the design and construction of this non-traditional restaurant. We will continue to explore options for growth in the non-traditional market as well as in our traditional segment as we bring our 'meal-in-a-bowl' menu to the American public."
Yoshinoya's UCLA restaurant will feature many green amenities including an ultra violet hood, water cooled refrigeration, energy conscious equipment and green building materials. All kitchen waste also will be composted onsite along with all kitchen waste generated in-building by other tenants. Additionally, Yoshinoya will incorporate the use of recycled and recyclable packaging.
