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Over $240,000 for Breast Cancer Support Raised by Dining Guests During Last 12 Years

Atlanta (Sept. 13, 2023) – For the 13th consecutive year, in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, CentraArchy Restaurants continues its annual “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign throughout October. All restaurants are offering their limited-edition Pink Kiss martini with 50 percent of the sales going directly to breast cancer research and care.

“Our generous guests helped raise over $240,000 for the Pink Kiss for the Cure campaign during its first 12 years,” said CentraArchy CEO Vince Van Brunt. “This is an important tradition for all seven of our restaurant brands at 14 locations across the Southeast, last year raising $20,000—we hope to make our 13th year the biggest yet!”

To participate, guests simply order the “Pink Kiss” at any CentraArchy Restaurant, including California Dreaming (Augusta, Ga., Charleston, S.C., Columbia, S.C., Greenville, S.C., Spanish Fort, Ala., and Surfside Beach, S.C.), Carolina Roadhouse (Myrtle Beach, S.C.), Chophouse ’47 (Greenville, S.C.), Chophouse New Orleans, Gulfstream Café (Garden City, S.C.), Joey D’s Oak Room (Atlanta) or New York Prime (Atlanta, Ga., Boca Raton, Fla. and Myrtle Beach, S.C.).

As in 2022, this year’s Pink Kiss campaign contributions will go to the national nonprofit Living Beyond Breast Cancer, an organization on mission for over 30 years to provide trusted information and a community of support to those impacted by the disease, offering on-demand emotional, practical and evidence-based content that is meaningful to those newly diagnosed, in-treatment, post-treatment and living with metastatic disease.

CentraArchy dining guests are encouraged to share their photo-worthy Pink Kiss images on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #PinkKiss. For more information about CentraArchy Restaurants, visit CentraArchy.com.

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CentraArchy Restaurants Express Gratitude to Armed Forces

Atlanta (Oct. 24, 2022) – All 14 CentraArchy Restaurants are honoring the hard work and sacrifices of U.S. military with a special discount on Veterans Day.

On Nov. 11, any U.S. veteran or active-duty member of the armed forces with I.D. is invited to enjoy any entrée from the full menu at half price.

“We greatly appreciated our veterans and active U.S. military personnel for their service to our nation and local communities,” said CentraArchy Restaurants CEO Vince Van Brunt. “We invite all veterans and active-duty military to enjoy our regular menu entrées – from our popular steaks to fresh seafood and other grilled items – reset at half price on Nov. 11 in honor of their service.”

All 14 CentraArchy restaurants are participating across five Southeast states. Honored guests are encouraged to book reservations online in advance and bring a valid military I.D. or proof of military service to enjoy half-off any entrée from the restaurant’s regular dinner menu. The special half price offer is valid for dine-in only on Friday, Nov. 11.

Participating CentraArchy restaurants include California Dreaming in Augusta, Ga., Charleston, S.C., Columbia, S.C., Greenville, S.C., Spanish Fort, Ala., and Surfside Beach, S.C.; Carolina Roadhouse in Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Chophouse ’47 in Greenville, S.C.; Chophouse New Orleans, Gulfstream Café in Garden City, S.C.; Joey D’s Oak Room in Atlanta; and New York Prime in Atlanta, Boca Raton, Fla. and Myrtle Beach, S.C. For more information or reservations, visit CentraArchy.com.

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Over $220,000 for Breast Cancer Support Raised by Dining Guests During Last 11 Years

Atlanta (Sept. 16 , 2022) – In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, CentraArchy Restaurants continues its 12th annual “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign throughout October. All restaurants are offering their limited-edition Pink Kiss martini with 50 percent of the sales going directly to breast cancer research and care.

“We are thankful to the thousands of restaurant guests who helped raise over $220,000 for the Pink Kiss for the Cure campaign during the last 11 years,” said CentraArchy CEO Vince Van Brunt. “This is an important tradition for all seven of our restaurant brands at 14 locations across the Southeast, last year raising $25,000.”

To participate, guests simply order the “Pink Kiss” at any CentraArchy Restaurant, including California Dreaming (Augusta, Ga., Charleston, S.C., Columbia, S.C., Greenville, S.C., Spanish Fort, Ala., and Surfside Beach, S.C.), Carolina Roadhouse (Myrtle Beach, S.C.), Chophouse ’47 (Greenville, S.C.), Chophouse New Orleans, Gulfstream Café (Garden City, S.C.), Joey D’s Oak Room (Atlanta) or New York Prime (Atlanta, Boca Raton, Fla. and Myrtle Beach, S.C.).

This year’s Pink Kiss campaign contributions will go to the national nonprofit Living Beyond Breast Cancer, an organization on mission for over 30 years to provide trusted information and a community of support to those impacted by the disease, offering on-demand emotional, practical and evidence-based content that is meaningful to those newly diagnosed, in-treatment, post-treatment and living with metastatic disease.

CentraArchy dining guests are encouraged to share their photo-worthy Pink Kiss images on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #PinkKiss. For more information about CentraArchy Restaurants, visit CentraArchy.com.

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CentraArchy Restaurants across Five States Express Gratitude to Armed Forces

Atlanta (Oct. 5, 2021) – A set of local restaurants across five Southern states is honoring the hard work and sacrifices of U.S. military with a special discount on Veterans Day.

At the 14 CentraArchy Restaurants on Nov. 11, any U.S. veteran or active duty member of the armed forces with I.D. is invite to enjoy any entrée from the full menu at half price.

“We are thankful to our veterans and active U.S. military personnel for their service to our nation and in our local communities,” said CentraArchy Restaurants CEO Vince Van Brunt. “We invite veterans and active duty military to enjoy our regular menu entrées – from our popular steaks to fresh seafood and other grilled items – at half price on Nov. 11.”

All 14 CentraArchy Restaurants across the Southeast are participating. Honored guests are encouraged to book reservations online in advance and bring a valid military I.D. or proof of military service to enjoy half-off any entrée from the restaurant’s regular dinner menu. The special half price offer is valid for dine-in only.

Participating CentraArchy restaurants include California Dreaming in Augusta, Ga., Charleston, S.C., Columbia, S.C., Greenville, S.C., Spanish Fort, Ala., and Surfside Beach, S.C.; Carolina Roadhouse in Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Chophouse ’47 in Greenville, S.C.; Chophouse New Orleans, Gulfstream Café in Garden City, S.C.; Joey D’s Oak Room in Atlanta; and New York Prime in Atlanta, Boca Raton, Fla. and Myrtle Beach, S.C. For more information or reservations, visit CentraArchy.com.

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Join us as we support the Haitian earthquake relief efforts with a limited-edition Pineapple Rum cocktail where 50% of the sales benefit World Central Kitchen. Our Pineapple Rum cocktail 🍹 will be available through September 1.

World Central Kitchen’s mission is to bring fresh meals on the ground. Help Us Help Haiti.

Atlanta, Ga. (October 12, 2020) – As grateful Americans recognize the work and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans, CentraArchy Restaurants once again offers its gratitude. Any U.S. veteran or active duty military member is invited to enjoy any entree from the full menu at any CentraArchy location for half price, Wednesday, November 11.

“It is once again our honor to welcome not only our nation’s veterans, but the active duty military who serve our country in these particularly challenging times,” said CentraArchy CEO Vince Van Brunt. “We are inspired by their service and hope all of our guests will join us in thanking our veterans.”

Honored guests are encouraged to make reservations at centraarchy.com/reservations and bring a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy half off any entrée from the regular dinner menu at New York Prime, California Dreaming, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

For more information about CentraArchy Restaurants and for reservations, visit www.centraarchy.com.

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Over $165,000 raised over last nine years by guests for breast cancer research and care.  

Atlanta, Ga. (October 6, 2020) – In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, CentraArchy Restaurants continues its tenth annual “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign throughout October. All restaurants are offering their limited edition Pink Kiss martini with 50 percent of the sales going directly to breast cancer research and care.

“Unfortunately, cancer doesn’t take a break during global pandemics and access to care is more important than ever,” said CentraArchy CEO Vince Van Brunt. “While our tenth anniversary celebrations may be smaller this year, they will be held with the same hope in our hearts. We want to express our gratitude to the thousands of guests over the years who have helped raise over $165,000 for the Pink Kiss for the Cure campaign.”

To participate, guests simply order the “Pink Kiss” at any CentraArchy Restaurant (New York Prime, California Dreaming, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café).

This year’s Pink Kiss campaign contributions will go to the Susan G. Komen organization—specifically to fund breast cancer research and mammogram costs for the underserved locally.

Guests are encouraged to share their photo-worthy images on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #PinkKiss.

For more information about CentraArchy Restaurants, visit www.centraarchy.com.

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CentraArchy Restaurants serves 13,318 heroes

ATLANTA (November 12, 2019) – As we reflect on Veteran’s Day; The Tavern at Phipps, New York Prime, Joey D’s Oak Room, California Dreaming, Carolina Roadhouse, Chophouse ’47, Gulfstream Cafe and Chophouse New Orleans have counted 13,318 heroes served on this day of appreciation. The free Veteran’s Day meals represent a total value of over $200,000.

CentraArchy Restaurants offers free meals for Veteran’s Day Monday, November 11.

ATLANTA (October 11, 2019) – As grateful Americans recognize the work and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans, CentraArchy Restaurants once again honors veterans for their service. Any U.S. veteran or active duty military member is invited to enjoy a FREE entree Monday, November 11, at any CentraArchy restaurant location.*

“Many members of the CentraArchy family have served our country—including my father,” said CentraArchy chairman Greg Greenbaum. “We are proud of them, our guests and all fellow Americans who have answered the call to service over the years. It is an honor to recognize them with this small gesture of our appreciation on November 11.”

Visit *New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café on Monday, November 11, 2019 with a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy a free entrée from the regular dinner menu (exclusions apply, dine-in).

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CentraArchy Restaurants offers free meals for Veteran’s Day Sunday, November 11.

ATLANTA (September 10, 2018) – As grateful Americans recognize the work and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans, CentraArchy Restaurants once again honors veterans for their service. Any U.S. veteran or active duty military member is invited to enjoy a FREE entree Sunday, November 11, at any CentraArchy restaurant location.*

“Many members of the CentraArchy family have served our country—including my father,” said CentraArchy chairman Greg Greenbaum. “We are proud of them, our guests and all fellow Americans who have answered the call to service over the years. It is an honor to recognize them with this small gesture of our appreciation on November 11.”

Visit *New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café on Sunday, November 11, 2018 with a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy a free entrée from the regular dinner menu (excluding AQ items, Porterhouse, alcohol and tax, dine-in).

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Company-wide “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign has raised $116,000 over last seven years.

Atlanta, Ga. (September 1, 2018) – CentraArchy Restaurants expects to raise another $20,000 in its eighth annual “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Each year, all 18 CentraArchy restaurants offer a limited edition Pink Kiss martini with 50 percent of the sales going directly to a breast cancer research and care organization. This year’s campaign contributions will go to the Susan G. Komen organization—specifically to fund breast cancer research and mammogram costs for the underserved locally.

“We have recently been reminded once again how this disease indiscriminately affects those close to us,” said CentraArchy chairman Greg Greenbaum. “As we renew our efforts with this year’s Pink Kiss campaign we do so in honor of our dear friend Brenda Campbell.”

To participate, guests simply order the “Pink Kiss” at any CentraArchy Restaurant (New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café). Proceeds this year will help Susan G. Komen in its work to fund research, education and preventative care. Complimentary pink golf tees will also be offered at New York Prime and Chophouse ‘47 during the campaign. Guests are encouraged to share their photo-worthy images on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #PinkKiss.

For more information about CentraArchy Restaurants, visit www.centraarchy.com.

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CentraArchy heroes grow Septembeards.

ATLANTA (September 1, 2018) – September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month and CentraArchy Restaurants will be raising awareness the entire month by growing a SeptemBEARD. Since 2012, they have raised over $22,000!

Forty employees have joined the CentraArchy BeardArchy 2018 team, contributing a $100 donation and raising $4,100 for Septembeard. A cHAIRity dedicated to helping save lives through better research for Prostate Cancer.

For more information or to make a donation to Septembeard, visit www.Septembeard.org.

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CentraArchy Restaurants serves 13,707 heroes

ATLANTA (November 13, 2017) – As we reflect on Veteran’s Day; The Tavern at Phipps, New York Prime, Joey D’s Oak Room, California Dreaming, Carolina Roadhouse, Chophouse ’47, Burro Loco, Gulfstream Cafe and Chophouse New Orleans have counted 13,707 heroes served on this day of appreciation. The free Veteran’s Day meals represent a total value of over $170,000.

CentraArchy Restaurants offers free meals for veterans Sunday, November 12.

ATLANTA (October 12, 2017) – As grateful Americans recognize the work and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans, CentraArchy Restaurants once again offers veterans their service. Any U.S. veteran or active duty military member is invited to enjoy a FREE entree Sunday, November 12, at any CentraArchy restaurant location.*

“Many members of the CentraArchy family have served our country,” said CentraArchy chairman Jerry Greenbaum. “We are proud of them, our guests and all fellow Americans who have answered the call to service over the years. It is an honor to recognize them with this small gesture of our appreciation on November 12.”

Visit *New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47, Gulfstream Café or Burro Loco on Sunday, November 12, 2017 with a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy a free entrée from the regular dinner menu (excluding AQ items, Porterhouse, alcohol and tax, dine-in).

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Company-wide “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign expected to reach goal in seventh annual event.  

Atlanta, Ga. (September 26, 2017) – For a seventh straight year, CentraArchy Restaurants continues its commitment to National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with its own “Pink Kiss for the Cure” campaign. Each year, all 19 CentraArchy restaurants offer a limited edition Pink Kiss martini with 50 percent of the sales going directly to a breast cancer research and care organization. This year’s campaign contributions will go to the Susan G. Komen organization—specifically to fund breast cancer research and mammogram costs for the underserved locally.

“When we began Pink Kiss for the Cure seven years ago, the $100,000 goal set for ourselves seemed far away,” said CentraArchy vice president and COO George Ogorek. “As we pass this milestone, we hope our guests will once again join our associates this month in finding ways to raise community awareness and funding to fight a disease that continues to affect so many of our loved ones.”

To participate, guests simply order the “Pink Kiss” at any CentraArchy Restaurant (New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47, Gulfstream Café or Burro Loco). Proceeds this year will help Susan G. Komen in its work to fund research, education and preventative care. Complimentary pink golf tees will also be offered at New York Prime and Chophouse ‘47 during the campaign. Guests are encouraged to share their photo-worthy images on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #PinkKiss.

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Popular Charleston dining hot spot redirected perishable food supplies to local charities, guests invited back for free croissants all day Saturday  

CHARLESTON, S.C. (September 22, 2017) – After withstanding both a soaking from Tropical Storm Irma early last week and subsequent small fire, Charleston, S.C. casual dining favorite California Dreaming will reopen Saturday, September 23 at 11 a.m. The restaurant is offering its signature fresh croissants for free all day Saturday, as a small token of appreciation to patient guests.

“We consider ourselves very fortunate to have pulled through this storm as well as we did,” said California Dreaming operating partner Brent Register. “While our scenic lower Ashley River location is part of the attraction to our location, it also makes us vulnerable to rare weather events like Tropical Storm Irma. Our sincere thanks go out to Charleston County police and fire services for their assistance as well all so many regular guests who have sent us their light hearted encouragement through social media. Our thoughts remain with individuals and businesses who continue in their recovery efforts.”

Tropical Storm Irma flooded the space below the building but left the upstairs restaurant area mostly undamaged. A small fire believed to be related to flooding of electrical equipment further complicated the repairs which were completed this week.

Once it became apparent the restaurant would not be able to serve guests for several days, store management worked quickly to donate over $10,000 worth of perishable prepared foods and food supply to Tricounty Family Ministries, an organization dedicated to fulfilling basic needs to those most vulnerable with respect and care. Learn how you can help at tricountyfamilyministries.org.

The restaurant’s 150 employees are eager to return to work and when not involved in cleanup efforts, enjoyed reading social media posts from regular guests. In fact, the free croissant giveaway was the staff’s idea of a small thank you to those who posted “#croissantstrong,” a play on the “#charlestonstrong” hashtag last week.

California Dreaming is located at 1 Ashley Pointe Dr., Charleston and will resume its regular lunch and dinner service from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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CentraArchy heroes grow Septembeards.

ATLANTA (September 1, 2017) – September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month and CentraArchy Restaurants will be raising awareness the entire month by growing a SeptemBEARD. Since 2012, they have raised over $16,000!

Fifty-two employees have joined the CentraArchy BeardArchy 2017 team, contributing a $100 donation and raising $5,700 for Septembeard. A cHAIRity dedicated to helping save lives through better research for Prostate Cancer.

For more information or to make a donation to Septembeard, visit www.Septembeard.org.

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Charleston-based restaurant company serves up nearly 15,000 meals for veterans 

ATLANTA (November 16, 2016) – As Americans reflect on Veteran’s Day 2016, The Tavern at Phipps, New York Prime, Joey D’s Oak Room, California Dreaming and five additional CentraArchy Restaurants concepts throughout the Southeast have counted 14,868 heroes and their families served on this day of appreciation. The free and discounted Veteran’s Day meals represent a total value of over $150,000.

“While we can never truly repay our veterans for their sacrifices and service, it is important and necessary that each of us do what we can to show our continuous appreciation for those men and women who have served our country,” said CentraArchy chairman Jerry Greenbaum.

CentraArchy Restaurants include The Tavern at Phipps, New York Prime, Joey D’s Oak Room, California Dreaming and five additional concepts (19 restaurants company-wide). The company honored veterans and active duty military service members with free entrées and 25% off entrées to accompanying family.

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Family-run Restaurants Serve Veterans

ATLANTA (October 19, 2016) – To all the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in our armed forces, your service deserves ours. All 19 CentraArchy Restaurants* are showing their gratitude this Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, by honoring veterans and active duty military service members with a FREE entrée and 25% off entrée(s) to their accompanied family.

“Many members of the CentraArchy family, have served our country, including my father,” said Greg Greenbaum, President of CentraArchy Restaurants, “this is just one way we want to recognize their service and say thank you.”

Visit *New York Prime, California Dreaming, The Tavern at Phipps, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47, Gulfstream Café, & Burro Loco on Friday, November 11, 2016 with a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy a free entrée from the regular dinner menu (excluding AQ items, Porterhouse, alcohol and tax). For location details and hours of operation, please visit www.centraarchy.com.

#VeteransDay #VeteransDayDeals

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