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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — In the middle of the breakfast rush at one restaurant, there’s a trio that shares a deep appreciation of friendship. Their meetings have long been made up of french toast sticks, hot coffee, and good conversations. There’s something very special about these Tuesday morning breakfasts.

Susan Murphy will tell you, being a server at a Clarksville Shoney’s for 35 years has made her an expert on people’s breakfast usual.

“I know their order before they even come in, sit down,” she smiled. “I know what they want to drink.”

There’s one breakfast usual that’s become special to Susan.

“One ticket. To me,” said 89-year-old veteran Darrell Henderson, speaking to a server.

“I was gonna pay yours!” laughed fellow veteran, 90-year-old Amos Elrod.

“Yesterday was payday!” Darrell answered. “Money’s plentiful right now.”

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Darrell is a Vietnam War veteran. Amos is a veteran of the Korean War. They met in 1962 and worked together for years at Fort Campbell.

Every first Tuesday of the month, the usual is for the men to meet up at the Shoney’s on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard for a veterans breakfast. They’ve been doing this for 30 years. Susan’s been their waitress the whole time.

“Those guys, they’re family,” Susan said.

“We just get together and tell war stories, y’know,” Darrell said. “That’s what old soldiers do.”

“That’s my early days,” Darrell laughed, looking at an old picture. “I think there’s a lot of years gone by. Had hair then too!”

“This is when I was in the Air Force!” Amos smiled, also looking at an old picture. “I was about 26, 27.”

The truth is, years ago, the veterans breakfast was a whole lot bigger, with many vets who retired around 1991 and ’92.

“People started droppin out due to dying,” said Darrell. “The rest of them are all gone.”

“It’s like losing a family member,” said Susan. “It’s just heartbreaking.”

“Now, he and I are the only ones left,” said Darrell.

“When they’re here, I know they’re okay,” said Susan. “I’ve got another month with them.”

“Sit down here and tell me something,” Darrell said as Susan walked over to his table.

“Well, I love ya!” said Susan.

“I said I wouldn’t retire until they wasn’t here anymore,” she continued. “I will be here as long as they are. I would miss them too much.”

“I’ll be 90 in another week or so and he’ll be 91 in two weeks,” said Darrell. “We gonna truck as long as we can truck.”

“As long as we’re able to, I guess,” said Amos.

Your breakfast usual might be any variety of things. These three have a usual they wouldn’t trade for anything.

“They’re my guys,” Susan said.

Shoney’s Chief Marketing Officer Gill Duff sent NewsChannel 5 a statement saying;

“Our country’s armed forces veterans have always been important to Shoney’s. We honor veterans, as well as the active military, every day throughout the year with a special discount. We actively seek veterans as potential franchisees for the brand. And, of course, our Veterans Day Breakfast, serving all vets a free breakfast at Shoney’s, is one of our biggest and favorite events of every year. It’s all done to say THANK YOU for their service to our country. We love to hear stories, like this one in Clarksville, about how Shoney’s serves as beacon for lasting friendships and how our community involvement has touched so many.”

 

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Shoney’s Special Mother’s Day Fresh Food Bar and a Complimentary Slice of one of America’s Favorite Desserts Make for a Perfect Day for Moms and Her Families on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at its Restaurants Nationwide

America, May 2, 2022 – Nothing says Happy Mother’s Day like a FREE slice of one of America’s favorite desserts and no brand puts together a special Mother’s Day Fresh Food Bar or makes Strawberry Pies like Shoney’s.

On this upcoming Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 8, 2022 – the iconic American brand will continue its now 75-year tradition of delighting matriarchs and her families across America with its Mother’s Day Fresh Food Bar, all under the supervision of Shoney’s team of culinary experts.

This year’s Mother’s Day Fresh Food Bar will include holiday-themed delicious choices like Shoney’s signature proteins including Crispy Chicken, Sliced Ham with Apples, slow-roasted hand-carved Turkey Breast and Herb-Roasted Salmon. A veritable cornucopia of Shoney’s other freshly-prepared items will include Squash Casserole, Fresh Steamed Broccoli, traditional as well as Creamy and Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans with Peppers, Sweet Potato Casserole, Corn and Macaroni & Cheese.

Of course, Shoney’s keeps piling it on with more, more, more including Dinner Rolls, Poultry Gravy, Cornbread Dressing, Cranberry Sauce, Cabbage Beef Soup, Broccoli Cheddar Soup and another amazing dessert, Peach Cobbler. All of this – and this is not a typo – starting at $14.99. Kids pricing will be $8.99 for ages 5 – 10. Kids 4 & Under will eat for FREE with adult Fresh Food Bar purchase.

Finally, Shoney’s will say THANKS to all moms on their special day as only Shoney’s can: with a FREE slice of Strawberry Pie, made-in-house daily with delicious, fresh strawberries in a flaky crust mixed with Shoney’s special glaze and finished with whipped topping when they purchase an entrée or partake in the Mother’s Day Fresh Food Bar.

Shoney’s serves more than two million slices of its famous Strawberry Pie each year. The dessert has been a part of Shoney’s rich history and has played a key role in the brand’s recent resurgence, according to Mr. David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO.

“Mother’s Day is a special day at Shoney’s and we want to share this holiday with all moms, friends, family and neighbors by providing fresh quality food at a great value with friendly service,” said Mr. Davoudpour. “We didn’t create the strawberry yet we have perfected the Strawberry Pie and nothing makes us happier than to serve families across America with great food and treating moms to a delicious and free dessert. Please join us on this special day and as we like to say, Let’s Eat!®”

For 75 years, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades, beginning from day one. Shoney’s is consistently recognized as a premiere family dining restaurant, praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains while also being hailed for its service, menu variety and diners’ recommendations.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates.

Shoney’s is closely following all guidance issued by the CDC, state, and local governments and health departments to ensure sanitary conditions, cleanliness, and the health of our guests and team members.

Of course, price and participation may vary; please contact your local Shoney’s for inclusion information and other details.


About Shoney’s

Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and is now growing through franchising following an extensive revitalization effort. For 75 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram and YouTube.

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Easter 2022 festivities at Shoneys

Kids Under 4 Eat Free with Adult Easter Feast Fresh Food Bar Purchase

            AMERICA, April 12, 2022 – The hunt for a delicious meal on Easter ends at Shoney’s as the iconic All-American restaurant brand will continue its tradition of featuring an All You Care To Eat Easter Feast Fresh Food Bar. Traditional and delicious holiday-themed favorites will be served at a great value, starting at $14.99 at participating restaurants on Sunday, April 17, 2022.

Kids pricing will be $8.99 for ages 5 – 10. Kids 4 & Under may eat free with an adult Fresh Food Bar purchase.

Shoney’s All You Care To Eat Easter Feast Fresh Food Bar will include freshly-prepared favorites such as Shoney’s signature Southern Crispy Chicken, Sliced Ham with Apples, Roast Beef and Peel & Eat Shrimp. Popular vegetables include Squash Casserole, Green Beans with Peppers, Mashed Potatoes, Collard Greens, Sweet Potato Casserole, Steamed Carrots, Corn with diced Red Peppers, Macaroni & Cheese, Cabbage and Roasted Squash & Zucchini.

Dinner Rolls and Brown Gravy are a given and Cabbage Beef and Broccoli Cheese are the highlighted soups. Peach Cobbler, a Shoney’s signature classic, is an ideal dessert to round out the perfect Easter Feast.

Easter is always a special day at Shoney’s and we want to share this holiday with our friends and neighbors by always providing freshly prepared food at a great value with friendly service,” said Shoney’s Chairman and CEO Mr. David Davoudpour. “It’s one of our team members’ favorite days as they get to serve delicious family favorites, with warm, southern-style hospitality to our valued guests. So, your hunt for a delicious meal is over … hop over to Shoney’s on this special day and as we like to say, ‘Let’s Eat!®’”

For 75 years, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades, beginning from day one. Shoney’s is consistently recognized as a premiere family dining restaurant, praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains while also being hailed for its service, menu variety and diners’ recommendations.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates.

Shoney’s is closely following all guidance issued by the CDC, state, and local governments and health departments to ensure sanitary conditions, cleanliness, and the health of our guests and team members.

Of course, participation varies; please contact your local Shoney’s for inclusion information.


About Shoney’s

Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and is now growing through franchising following an extensive revitalization effort. For 75 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram and YouTube.

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Valentine Day Celebration at Shoneys

Valentine’s Day Offer Features Two All You Care To Eat Fresh Food Bars Featuring

 Shoney’s Signature Dishes, Topped with a Chocolate Masterpiece Made for Two

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (February 2, 2022) – First comes LOVE, then comes Shoney’s.

On this year’s four-day Valentine’s Day weekend (Friday, February 11 through Monday, February 14) from 4 pm to close (Dine in Only), Shoney’s, a pioneer to its peers and a restaurant industry legend, world-renowned for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service, has created a can’t miss lovers’ delight at a sweet price.

Its “2 Can Dine for $29.99” experience allows couples to enjoy Two All You Care To Eat Fresh Food Bars, which famously feature guest favorites created from original recipes by Shoney’s team of culinary experts, including freshly-prepared, entrées, seafood, sides, salads, fresh fruits, vegetables, soups and much more.

The customizable hearty meals will be topped with a FREE shareable dessert: Shoney’s famous Hot Fudge Cake, which has been a brand staple for 75 years and has played a key role in the brand’s recent resurgence. Shoney’s serves over 2 million Hot Fudge Cakes each year, each to the pleasure of all.

“Nothing says I Love You like an incredible meal topped off with a mouth-watering dessert and Shoney’s is ready serve up our very best,” said Shoney’s Chairman and CEO Mr. David Davoudpour. “Our Fresh Food Bar features a wide variety of delicious house-made dishes for an unbeatable price and with a delicious, legendary and shareable dessert included. With all of that and the hospitality and smiles you expect, Shoney’s is the obvious choice on this special weekend.”

For singles, Shoney’s is offering the same delectable deal for $14.99, Hot Fudge Cake included, of course.

For 75 years, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades, beginning from day one. Shoney’s is consistently recognized as a premiere family dining restaurant, praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains while also being hailed for its service, menu variety and diners’ recommendations. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on the industry was captured in a column in Columbia, Tennessee’s daily newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald, which focused on, what else, its Hot Fudge Cake.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates.

Shoney’s is closely following all guidance issued by the CDC, state, and local governments and health departments to ensure sanitary conditions, cleanliness, and the health of our guests and team members. This includes using a cafeteria-style serving method at the Fresh Food Bar in many locations.

 

 


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About Shoney’s
Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and for 74 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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Slice Of Cake With Frosting at Shoneys

Shoney’s and its CEO Say Thank You and Happy Holidays by Offering its Most Popular Dessert – at No Charge and with NO Purchase Necessary This Thursday, December 2, 2021 – All Day at All Shoney’s Restaurants

AMERICA – November 30, 2021 – Why would a restaurant industry legend offer its best-selling item, a Hot Fudge Cake, featuring vanilla ice cream in the middle of two slices of cake, topped with whipped cream and a cherry FOR FREE, with NO PURCHASE REQUIRED, ALL DAY at ALL Shoney’s restaurants this Thursday, December 2?

Easy, explains Shoney’s CEO and Chairman Mr. David Davoudpour: “This is all about thanks and showing our appreciation for our valued guests. This beloved dessert – which our guests love – is our most popular by far year-round yet on this day, this one is on me and the entire Shoney’s team. Black Friday had its day, Cyber Monday had its deals yet this is Shoney’s day. We call it National FREE Hot Fudge Cake Day.”  

Shoney’s, the iconic, All-American restaurant brand, a pioneer to its peers and an industry legend, world-renowned for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service, started this tradition 10 years ago. Mr. Davoudpour decided there was a bit of a lull during the holiday season between Thanksgiving and Christmas and was yearning for a way to give back so he relied on the brand’s ace: Hot Fudge Cake. And for one day a year, FREE FOR ALL.

Shoney’s famous Hot Fudge Cake has been a brand staple since 1947 and has played a key role in the brand’s recent resurgence. Shoney’s serves over 2 million Hot Fudge Cakes each year, and for one day a year, everyone gets one for free.

“Even through unpredictable times, Shoney’s continues to shine and will keep its promise to its loyal fans and new guests to show them our appreciation,” continued Davoudpour. “Shoney’s National FREE Hot Fudge Cake Day is their day; we just get to enjoy it with them. On behalf of the brand I love so much that I bought it, I respectfully invite you to visit us at all Shoney’s nationwide and have a FREE dessert on me, and us.”

For 74 years, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades, beginning from day one. Shoney’s is consistently recognized as a premiere family dining restaurant, praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains while also being hailed for its service, menu variety and diners’ recommendations. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on the industry was captured in a column in Columbia, Tennessee’s daily newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald, which focused on, what else, its Hot Fudge Cake.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/.

Shoney’s encourages guests to post their best Hot Fudge Cake pictures on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for the world to see. Offer is dine-in only and will continue while supplies last.

 


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About Shoney’s
Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and for 74 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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Thanksgiving Dinner at Shoneys

Shoney’s 2021 Unstoppable, Delicious and Traditional Holiday Spread Starts at $14.99;

Kids 4 and Under EAT FREE with Adult Purchase

 

AMERICA — November 22, 2021 – Shoney’s – a delicious and delectable home away from home go-to for decades — will be OPEN on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 25, 2021) and is offering a FREE slice of Pumpkin Pie in a year when family, friends and fellowship have never been more important.

Shoney’s, a pioneer to its peers as an industry legend, world-renowned for serving high-quality homestyle goodness at a true value topped with friendly service with a smile, is offering its revered All You Care to Eat, Freshly Prepared Thanksgiving Day Feast, starting at $14.99. Prices may vary by location. Drinks are separate. Take-out meals will be available for those who choose not to dine in.

In addition, Shoney’s Breakfast Bar will be open in the morning (call your local Shoney’s for specific hours).  The Thanksgiving Day Feast will start after that and will be available through closing. To ease the team member and guest experience in terms of timing and service, menu orders from the kitchen will be unavailable during the holiday feast.

Shoney’s All You Care to Eat Thanksgiving Day Feast is a veritable cornucopia of 20 traditional Thanksgiving Day favorites, including hand-carved (in-house), slow-roasted breast of turkey, crispy chicken, dressing, sliced ham and apples, mashed potatoes, poultry gravy, green beans, cornbread and so much more. To-Go and Take-Out options will be respectfully honored from the Fresh Food Bar. The FREE slice of pumpkin pie can be enjoyed in-restaurant or to-go.

Shoney’s Chairman and CEO Mr. David Davoudpour, a champion of restaurant excellence, calmly stated,” Nobody beats us on any day for flavor, options and value and this Thanksgiving will be no exception. You have my word. We value you; we thank you and we welcome you. Heck, we’ll even do the dishes. There is no better option for this annual gathering than Shoney’s. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. ‘Let’s Eat!’”

Shoney’s has consistently collected industry accolades for decades while being praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains. Shoney’s always scores well for its service, menu variety and diners being most likely to recommend the restaurant. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on family dining was captured in a must read column in Columbia, Tennessee’s newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates.


Shoney's Amplifies Its Efforts to Feed Those in Need During Unprecedented Times

About Shoney’s
Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and for 74 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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Veterans Day Event By Shoneys for 2021

CEO David Davoudpour and Shoney’s Say ‘Thank You” to America’s Elite by Offering Veterans a FREE Breakfast from open – 11 a.m. on their Day of Honor

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 26, 2021) – Shoney’s, the iconic All-American restaurant brand, a pioneer to its peers, is one restaurant brand that veterans and troops can count on to honor them on Veterans Day without interruption or hesitation, ever. On Thursday, November 11 from open until 11 am, Shoney’s will say THANK YOU like only Shoney’s can: with its delicious and world-renowned All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared BREAKFAST BAR.

“Since its inception, Shoney’s has been an American treasure and for decades, the beloved brand has served as a ‘Welcome Home’ sign to America’s military and 2021 will not be an exception,” said Mr. David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO. “We proudly honor our veterans and troops with a FREE All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared BREAKFAST BAR and thank those who protect our very freedom. Veterans and troops, on your special day and at a time when Shoney’s feels you need to be reminded the most: WE THANK YOU AND Shoney’s and I SALUTE YOU.”

With its legendary All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared BREAKFAST BAR, Shoney’s will treat service members to scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, gravy, fresh fruit and other breakfast favorites.

David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO
David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO

“It’s the freshest breakfast on earth proudly served to those who protect the greatest country on earth,” continued Mr. Davoudpour. “We take this day very seriously, as we want to honor our beloved veterans on their special day. For our valued team members, it is their favorite day of the year and the smiles go for miles and it makes them so happy to give back to those who make us all safe and proud.”

Shoney’s has exceeded guest expectations for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service for decades. Shoney’s remains the bar-setting family dining destination and industry darling which has collected industry accolades from day one, circa 1947.

Shoney’s is consistently praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains and always scores well for its service, menu variety and diners being most likely to recommend it. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on family dining was captured in a must read column in Columbia, Tennessee’s newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates.

Shoney’s Veterans Day offer is dine-in only with no purchase required; however, coffee and beverages will be offered at regular cost. There is a limit of one BREAKFAST BAR per military member and proof of military service is highly recommended.


Shoney's Amplifies Its Efforts to Feed Those in Need During Unprecedented Times

About Shoney’s
Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and for 74 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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Shoneys Dine For Valentines Day Weekend

Valentine’s Day Offer Allows Guests to Choose Two Items from its Special Lineup of Sirloin Steak, Chicken Alfredo and Enhanced Seafood Bar; Lovers’ Delight Ends with a Chocolate Masterpiece Made for Two

Nashville, TN (RestaurantNews.com) First comes LOVE, then comes Shoney’s.

On Friday, February 12, Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14, 2021 from 4 pm to close (Dine in Only), Shoney’s, the iconic, All-American restaurant brand, world-renowned for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service, has created a lovers’ paradise at a sweet price.

Its “2 Can Dine for $24.99” allows couples to choose two items from the three offerings below:

Sirloin Steak – served with Baked Potato and Fresh Salad, Soup & Fruit Bar
Chicken Alfredo – Penne pasta topped with Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce and tender grilled chicken, served with a bread stick and Fresh Salad, Soup & Fruit Bar
Enhanced Seafood Bar – includes such items as Peel & Eat Shrimp, Garlic Grilled Shrimp, Butterfly Shrimp, Crab Stuffed Shells, Baked Glazed Salmon and more.

The “hearty” meal includes a FREE shareable dessert: Shoney’s famous Hot Fudge Cake, which has been a brand staple since 1947 and has played a key role in the brand’s recent resurgence. Shoney’s serves over 2 million Hot Fudge Cakes each year, and for one day a year, National FREE Hot Fudge Cake in early December, guests get one for free with no purchase required.

For singles, Shoney’s is offering the same delectable deal for $12.99, Hot Fudge Cake included.

“Nothing says I Love You like an incredible meal topped off with a mouth-watering dessert and Shoney’s is ready to put its Hot Fudge where our guests’ mouths are,” said Shoney’s Chairman and CEO Mr. David Davoudpour. “The meal features a wide variety of delicious house-made dishes for an unbeatable price, and with a delicious shareable dessert included, Shoney’s is the obvious choice on this special weekend.”

For 74 years, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades, beginning from day one. The brand was recently recognized by consumers as one of America’s Favorite Chains in the family-dining category, based on a Restaurant Business poll and was voted one of the best 8 family dining restaurants in the United States in the Consumer Picks Survey via Nation’s Restaurant News.

Shoney’s was praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains and also scored well for its service, menu variety and diners being likely to recommend it. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on family dining was captured in a column in Columbia, Tennessee’s newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit https://www.shoneys.com/franchise/.

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Shoneys Thanksgiving Day Feast

Shoney’s 2020 Thanksgiving Day Feast will start at $12.99, Kids 4 and Under EAT FREE with Adult Purchase (Prices may vary by location; drink not included.) 

(RestaurantNews.com)  America’s Dinner Table will be OPEN on Thanksgiving Day and is offering a FREE dessert during a year when it is needed the most.

Shoney’s, the iconic, All-American restaurant brand and world-renowned for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service, will feature its homestyle, All You Care to Eat, Freshly Prepared Thanksgiving Day Feast, starting at $12.99. Prices may vary by location. Drinks are not included.  Take-out meals will be available for those who choose not to dine in.  Shoney’s Breakfast Bar will be open until 11 a.m.  The Thanksgiving Day Feast will start at 11:00 a.m. and will run through closing.

Shoney’s All You Care to Eat Thanksgiving Day Feast is a veritable cornucopia of all your traditional Thanksgiving Day favorites, including crispy chicken, slow-roasted, hand-carved-in-house breast of turkey, butterfly shrimp, cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans with red peppers, collard greens, dinner rolls, squash casserole, macaroni & cheese, corn, potato soup, cranberry sauce, peach cobbler, brown gravy, sweet potato casserole and cabbage beef soup.  And, of course, a free slice of Pumpkin Pie!

Shoney’s will also be offering Thanksgiving Family Pack Meals To-Go on Wednesday, November 25 – Friday, November 27, that include Sliced Turkey Breast, Cornbread Dressing, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Choice of 2 sides, Bread and Pumpkin Pie. Gallons of Iced Tea and Lemonade will also be available to order.  Family Packs are available to feed up to 4, 6 and 10 people. Items may vary per location.  Orders should be placed 30 minutes in advance.

David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO
David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO

Shoney’s is pleased, privileged and uniquely qualified to host Thanksgiving, the definitive American family holiday meal, because of our commitment to quality, southern hospitality, homestyle goodness and value, said Shoney’s Chairman and CEO Mr. David Davoudpour. Shoney’s is the ideal place to share a special Thanksgiving with loved ones. It’s one of our favorite days and we’d love to share it with you. Better yet, we’ll treat you to a free dessert and even do the dishes. Let’s Eat®!”

For 73 years, Shoney’s has exceeded guest expectations for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service.  Always on-trend while never trendy, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades from day one. The brand was recently recognized by consumers as one of America’s Favorite Chains in the family-dining category, based on a Restaurant Business poll and was voted one of the best 8 family dining restaurants in the United States in the Consumer Picks Survey via Nation’s Restaurant News.

Shoney’s was praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains and also scored well for its service, menu variety and diners being likely to recommend it. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on family dining was captured in a column in Columbia, Tennessee’s newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/.

Guests may take their free Pumpkin Pie to-go. Shoney’s Breakfast Bar will be open until 11 a.m. The Thanksgiving Day Feast starts at 11 am through close. In honoring the traditional holiday, menu orders from the kitchen will not be taken.

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About Shoney’s

Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and is now growing through franchising following an extensive revitalization effort. For 73 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram and YouTube.

Contact:
Derek Farley
150PR for Shoney’s
704-941-7353
derek@150pr.com

 

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Shoneys In New Restaurant in Kissimmee Florida

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6300-Square Foot Restaurant will be Kissimmee’s Dinner Table, Adding 65 Jobs to Tourist Staple

Kissimmee, FL (RestaurantNews.com) Shoney’s, America’s Dinner Table for 73 years, is now Kissimmee’s Dinner Table.

Just when it needed some great news in an otherwise challenged year, the restaurant industry got a positive shot in the arm today from an iconic, All-American brand. as Shoney’s announced the official opening of its new Florida-based brand staple in Kissimmee.

Shoney’s in Kissimmee, located at 5764 W. Irlo Bronson Highway, will employ 65 local team members, all grateful to join the energized brand. Franchise owners Bobby and Cindy Lance have been successful business owners for more than 40 years in the area with A & W restaurants and other regional brands and are very excited about this new venture.

David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO
David Davoudpour, Shoney’s Chairman and CEO

Shoney’s Chairman and CEO Mr. David Davoudpour could not be more thrilled: “Shoney’s is a reflection of America’s heart so it is with such amazing gratitude that I welcome Bobby and Cindy to our family as they carry the flag for our brand. They are proven winners and we are a proven brand so this is a perfect match for us all.”

The new Kissimmee Shoney’s is 6300 square feet, with 800 square feet of patio space and with a total seating capacity of 125 guests. The location has an incredible view of the Old Town Attractions’ Ferris Wheel since it is situated next to the Kissimmee Fun Spot Attraction. Pictures and décor depict the good ole days in the 1900s with its Famous Silver Spurs Rodeo, Hot Rods and Cowboys. The full liquor bar, the “Cruisin’ Bar,” was named for the cruisers who for more than 30 years have cruised down the streets of Old Town in their classic Hot Rods, Street Machines, Street Rods and Trucks on Friday and Saturday nights.

The Shoney’s Kissimmee will feature everything and all that have made the brand an American dining treasure for more than seven decades. From Mr. Davoudpour’s select favorites and his wife Christy’s Apple Pie recipe to Shoney’s Comfort Classics featuring its famous fried chicken, its new Shoney’s Nashville Hot Chicken, Crispy Whitefish Fillets, Homestyle Meatloaf and BBQ Pulled Pork will all be accompanied by various bottomless beverages.

Nashville Hot Chicken
Nashville Hot Chicken

New franchise partner Mr. Bobby Lance is fired up and eager to serve: “Representing Shoney’s is a dream come true and we are all in and thrilled. Our restaurant is in the center of the tourist capital of the world, only a few miles from Walt Disney World and other theme parks, including Sea World and Universal Studio Attractions. We have retained great, highly-trained, seasoned managers to carry out the brand and franchise partner promise.”

Kissimmee’s Shoney’s is offering Family Pack Meals To-Go for guests who wish to enjoy Shoney’s at home as well as online ordering and catering. Shoney’s signature Freshly Prepared All You Care to Eat FRESH FOOD BAR and Shoney’s Market will be front and center options as well.

As expected by the community-focused brand, service outside of its walls is also an objective. The Shoney’s Kissimmee supports local food banks, churches, non-profits for those with special talents, children’s charities and local police departments.

Future Shoney’s fans are encouraged to join the brand’s E-Club in order the stay in touch with news and promotions. Sign up comes with a coupon for a free starter (app) and the gift that keeps on giving: FREE Hot Fudge Cake for the members’ birthday FOR LIFE.

Hot Fudge Cake
Hot Fudge Cake

During a challenging year, when other restaurants are doing their best to survive and serve, Shoney’s new franchise partner shines with enthusiasm. Said Mr. Lance: “There is always something good to come out of something challenging. This area, given its major theme parts and hotels, has been directly affected. Shoney’s in Kissimmee has benefitted by being able to provide gainful and valued employment to deserving passionate folks and we are thrilled and gratefully blessed to have them on our team in order to serve this community and its visitors.”

Of course, with safety at the forefront of all dining-out decisions, Old Town & the Shoney’s Old Town will set the standard for following CDC guidelines, including social distancing, mask wearing and other considerations expressed by Shoney’s CEO and Chairman Mr. David Davoudpour in an open letter to all Shoney’s present and future guests and respective constituents.

For 73 years, Shoney’s has exceeded guest expectations for freshly-prepared, high-quality food at a great value with friendly service. Always on-trend while never trendy, Shoney’s has collected industry accolades from day one. The brand was recently recognized by consumers as one of America’s Favorite Chains in the family-dining category, based on a Restaurant Business poll and was voted one of the best 8 family dining restaurants in the United States in the Consumer Picks Survey via Nation’s Restaurant News.

Shoney’s was praised for having the best rating for value among all family dining chains and also scored well for its service, menu variety and diners being likely to recommend it. Its category leadership, relevance and impact on family dining was captured in a column in Columbia, Tennessee’s newspaper: Columbia Daily Herald.

Since acquiring the great American eatery in 2007, Mr. Davoudpour has been on a driven and spirited mission to reinvigorate and revitalize Shoney’s, a family-friendly, southern-style restaurant brand. Shoney’s is one of the first, and has always been one of the most popular, family casual dining concepts in the United States.

In order to get back to what Mr. Davoudpour confidently calls Shoney’s “Glory Days,” the brand is now growing through franchising, following an extensive revitalization effort. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/.

 

About Shoney’s

Shoney’s is headquartered in Nashville, operates in 17 states and is now growing through franchising following an extensive revitalization effort. For 73 years, guests have enjoyed Shoney’s family-friendly, casual dining experience. Visit www.shoneys.com for more information on restaurant hours, locations and special offers. Shoney’s is offering franchising opportunities to qualified single and multi-unit candidates. For more information, visit http://www.shoneys.com/franchise/. You can also follow Shoney’s on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Contact:
Derek Farley
150PR for Shoney’s
704-941-7353
derek@150pr.com

Local Contacts:
Kissimmee Shoney’s Franchise Owners
Bobby and Cindy Lance
407-448-6555

 

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