Cora’s Brandon opening a long time coming
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This article was published 23/11/2024 (406 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
Cora Breakfast and Lunch opened its doors at 1350 18th St. Unit D on Monday.
Franchisee Mukesh Patel told the Sun the decision to establish the eat-in, takeout and delivery restaurant was driven by the brand’s existing chain with more than 125 restaurants nationwide, and its reputation of offering high-quality, family-oriented dining experiences.
“Cora is one of the best brands in the breakfast industry,” he said in an interview. “The colourful plates, warm atmosphere, and excellent customer service make it stand out.”
Cora Breakfast and Lunch franchisees Mukesh Patel and his wife, Gayatri. (Abiola Odutola/The Brandon Sun)
Located in a 3,500-square-foot space with “ample parking,” he said, the new restaurant has already garnered “significant attention and praise,” with many patrons eager to explore the “iconic family-style atmosphere” and fresh menu options.
“The people of Brandon have been very supportive. On our first day, we posted about the opening at 7 a.m., and we were thrilled to see lots of guests coming in and enjoying the atmosphere,” he said.
However, the journey to opening day, which was slated for mid-October, was not without challenges.
Patel cited construction delays and permit processes as the primary reasons for the postponement, adding the restaurant’s schedule was pushed back due to fire inspections and other required approvals that could only proceed once construction milestones were achieved.
“Without everything ready, we couldn’t call for inspections, so that delayed us a little. But finally, we got everything done and opened on Monday,” Patel explained.
The restaurant, he added, employs a team of 32 staff members, including “front-of-house hosts and servers, as well as back-of-house kitchen staff.” Patel emphasized the importance of this robust team in delivering the high standards expected by Cora customers.
The decision to bring Cora to Brandon has been years in the making.
Patel said it started in 2019 but had to pause plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Work resumed in 2021, with a focus on securing a suitable location that could meet the brand’s space requirements.
“This location is perfect for us, and while construction delays are common, we’re just glad to finally be open and serving the community,” he said.
Patrons, he added, can expect a wide range of fresh, high-quality breakfast and lunch options, from signature fruit-filled dishes to hearty meals.
Regarding future expansion, Patel said the focus remains on perfecting the current operation, “We have no room to expand right now, but this space works perfectly for us.”
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