Gusto, the fast-casual concept that started in Atlanta's Brookwood Hills neighborhood , announced it will open its second Atlanta location at 782 Ponce De Leon Ave NE in early summer 2016.
The restaurant was founded in 2014 by former NFL quarterback and Georgia native Nate Hybl. "As we begin our transition from a single restaurant to a multi-location brand, our team continues to draw inspiration from our mission to provide an exciting alternative to mainstream fast food," Hybl said in an email statement,
The order-at-the-counter concept asks customers to choose a grilled protein (including vegetarian options), a base of mixed greens, brown rice, or flatbread, and a "gusto"— sauces, vegetables and fruits or garnish including tahini cucumber feta and apple curry peanut.
The space, which was formerly home to restaurant The Real Chow Baby, will feature exposed brick, concrete floors and indoor and outdoor seating.
Gusto also has plans to expand to new markets in coming months.
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