Indigo Joe's Becomes Tailgate Party Headquarters

Laguna Hills, CA, September 23, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurants debuted its new Party Platter Menu just in time for the start of the NFL and College Football seasons. As the players take to the field, Indigo Joe’s sets its sights on becoming “Tailgate Party Headquarters” for football fans from East Coast to West Coast. A rookie addition to Indigo Joe’s already seasoned lineup, the new Party Platter Menu features such crowd favorites as Buffalo-style Chicken Wings, Teriyaki Kabobs, Mexican Chicken Salad, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Fruit & Cheese, Meat & Cheese and Turkey Pinwheel Tortilla Wrap Platters. Each platter is designed to serve 10 to 12 guests.

“As football season takes center stage in the hearts and minds of sports enthusiasts, we decided to introduce the new menu for those Indigo Joe’s fans who wish to bring the party home. Each platter is perfect for game watch parties held in someone’s living room or for your traditional tailgate party in the great outdoors,” relates Troy Taylor – CEO for Neighborhood Sports Pub Concepts, franchisor for Indigo Joe’s. “We strive to create a fun and comfortable environment at each Indigo Joe’s location – a place where we hope our guests feel right at home watching the games and enjoying a meal. But, we also know that occasionally sports fans like to watch a game in the comfort of their own home among friends – or tailgate right before they head out to the big game. We want Indigo Joe’s patrons to realize that we can enhance their game-watching experience with great food – whether in one of our comfortable chairs or booths at the restaurant, or in their very own recliner at their house.”

The new Party Platter Menu – recently unveiled at Indigo Joe’s locations nationwide – is receiving rave reviews from franchisees and customers alike. Although the roll-out was designed to coincide with the start of football season, the scope of the Platter menus goes beyond just game-watching parties and tailgating. Indigo Joe’s Platters are a perfect addition to any corporate lunch, picnic, family gathering, birthday party, team party or office holiday party. “With the holidays just around the corner, we expect to see a surge of orders from local businesses and neighbors alike,” states Taylor. “Many of our locations are tailor-made to host corporate parties on-site, but for those who wish to have their party at the office – we can happily provide some terrific food at a reasonable price.” Last year, Indigo Joe’s introduced its “Joe’s To Go” menu – in which every item on Indigo Joe’s regular menu is now available for take out. By combining items from the regular menu and the new Party Platter Menu, customers can customize their party offerings to fit their particular tastes. Long-time appetizer combination favorites among Indigo Joe’s crowds from the menu include: The Kickoff – Shrimp, Chicken & Steak Kabobs Paired with Spicy Chicken Wings and Baby back Ribs; The Slam Dunk – Fried Calamari and Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Sauce for dipping; and The Slap Shot – Onion Rings, Fried Zucchini and Chicken Fingers served with Indigo Joe’s famous Santa Fe Sauce.

Customers are asked to call their local Indigo Joe’s to build platters for their next gathering and for pricing. They are also asked to give 24 hour advanced notice before their own big event. To find the nearest Indigo Joe’s location, patrons can visit the national website at www.indigojoes.com.

The Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant Concept was launched in California in 1994. Built upon the belief that they are “What A Neighborhood Restaurant Should Be!” – the “family-friendly” franchise chain is ever-growing, in both size and fan base. Indigo Joe’s currently represents 35 franchisees in 19 states nationwide. For franchise inquiries and information, call (888) 303-JOES (5637).

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