Qdoba Mexican Grill Set To Move Through New York

Qdoba Mexican Grill has signed a franchise agreement to expand throughout New York State, announced Qdoba President and Chief Executive Officer Gary Beisler recently.

Franchisee Scott Edelstein, President of Madalex LLC, and Vice Presidents, Bob Feldman and Andrew Morgenstern, signed the agreement to open restaurants in New York, including Queens County. The group plans to open their first Qdoba store at Queens Center Food Court in September of 2005.

The group carries a vast wealth of entrepreneurial experience. A native of New Rochelle, NY, Edelstein has owned businesses throughout New York City and surrounding areas. Morgenstern is currently an options trader, and Feldman is a multiple-unit Verizon Wireless franchisee. Also, Feldman's family has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years.

"Qdoba is one of the fastest growing concepts in the industry," said Scott Edelstein. "We like the overall look of the restaurant, its excellent staff and the bold, fresh flavors Qdoba has to offer."

About Qdoba Mexican Grill
Qdoba Mexican Grill combines fresh ingredients with an innovative combination of sauces, salsas and marinades to create non-traditional, fast-casual Mexican fare. The first Qdoba Mexican Grill opened in Denver in 1995, and the fast-casual chain now has over 220 restaurants located in more than 30 states. Qdoba's menu centers around large signature burritos that offer unique flavors, including poblano pesto, fajita ranchera and chicken moli. The menu also includes grilled quesadillas, taco salads, nachos, Naked Burritos, tacos and soup. All entrees are prepared in front of the customer and topped with personally selected ingredients, including one of five distinctive salsas. Qdoba is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jack in the Box Inc (NYSE: JBX).

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