Franktuary
“One Frank at a Time, One Relationship at a Time, One Dollar at a Time.”
Founders:
The Founders, Megan Lindsey, and Tim Tobitsch, both graduates from Grove City College, opened the first Franktuary in the back of a historic gothic cathedral in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2004. A few years later they launched their mobile food truck in 2010, and in 2013 they decided to open a 2,000 square foot restaurant and bar in Pittsburgh as well. They are well on their way to a life of success.
About the Business:
Their mission statements is a great reflection of what they do. It reads, “At Franktuary, we believe that serving good food is only possible where frank conversation, vibrant communities, and healthy nutrition meet. Our restaurant has transformed the humble frankfurter from its New York City street cart roots to serve it quickly, elegantly, and with a variety of fresh, creative toppings and sides. Franktuary sources healthier, tastier foods that are better for the farm animal, the earth, and the human body.” What they have done differently as a business, was being able to remove high fructose corn syrup altogether. They have been able to show customers new ideas and approaches to foods, which ultimately is more nutritional to the body, and more enjoyable to eat!!
When they talked at that Entrepreneurship panel thing, I didn’t understand the name. It makes way more sense now. I would agree that frank conversations are crucial, and what better place than to have such a conversation than at a cozy restaurant, with good food in front of you. I’d like to visit sometime.
I think it’s really neat that they cater towards people who eat healthier foods. This is definitely a need in today’s society as many more people are becoming obese. It’s awesome that such an interesting restaurant is so close to us. Great to see Grove City graduates having a successful story to tell.
I saw they at the Millennial Entrepreneurs Panel and their ideas and stories were very interesting. I really enjoyed how they cared so much about what they offer and the impact that they have on local farmers in the area. Restaurants like this are popping up everywhere and I think they beat the curve! I am hoping to go and visit the food truck to see how their food tastes. It sounds quite delicious!