Cotton Patch Cafe Opens First Ghost Kitchen

Texas-inspired restaurant launches first of several remote kitchens

DALLAS – June 7, 2021 – Cotton Patch Cafe, a Texas-inspired, homestyle restaurant serving Southern classics, today announced the opening of its first ghost kitchen, located in Garland’s Revolving Kitchen, a virtual food hall. This new location’s grand opening will be held today for delivery and pick up from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

“Cotton Patch Cafe is excited to offer our full menu of scratch-made, Southern favorites in Garland with the opening of our first remote ghost kitchen,” said Mazen Albatarseh, CEO of Cotton Patch Cafe. “We are planning to open several other locations in Texas this year and into 2022 and look forward to bringing our signature menu items to new communities through this growing concept.”  

Cotton Patch Cafe’s remote kitchen in Garland will offer the Texas-inspired restaurant’s full menu, including classics such as Chicken Fried Steak, as well as premium salads and delicious aged steaks. Order from Cotton Patch Cafe’s new location for pick up or delivery by visiting cottonpatch.com or ordering through one of the restaurant’s delivery partners: DoorDash, Favor and UberEats

“Remote kitchens have gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers needed alternative dining options. At Cotton Patch Cafe we see this concept as a sustained opportunity to reach new customers, test out new menu items, streamline operations and bring more flexibility to our guests and staff,” added Albatarseh.

“The future of food is exciting with Cotton Patch Cafe opening its first ghost kitchen home at Revolving Kitchen. We welcome them and look forward to helping them grow bigger and serve more of their delicious Texas-inspired food,” said Tyler Shin, founder of Revolving Kitchen.

With 49 restaurants across Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico, Cotton Patch Cafe’s classic favorites are a staple for its neighboring communities. The new remote kitchen will be the brand’s first location in Garland. For more information, please visit https://cottonpatch.com

About Cotton Patch Cafe 

Founded in Nacogdoches, Texas, in 1989, Dallas-based Cotton Patch Cafe is a Texas-inspired, homestyle restaurant serving Southern classics in its 49 locations across Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. Cotton Patch is deeply committed to being a community partner in each town it calls home and gives to many local organizations and charities. For more information, visit cottonpatch.com or follow Cotton Patch Cafe on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Cotton Patch Cafe Donates $40,000 Amongst Four Texas Nonprofits

Texas-inspired restaurant gives back to local communities in need

DALLAS – April 1, 2021 – Cotton Patch Cafe, a Texas-inspired, homestyle restaurant serving Southern classics, today announced its donation of $40,000 amongst four Texas-based nonprofits.

  • GRACE (Grapevine, TX): Provides food, clothing and financial assistance for individuals and families with a limited income.
  • HopeKids (Keller/Watauga, TX): Offers a strong support community for families who have a child with cancer or other life-threatening medical condition.
  • CASA of the Pines (Lufkin, TX): Advocates for abused and neglected children in the court system.
  • Rays of Hope (Midland, TX): Supports children and adolescents who have experienced loss due to death, divorce, incarceration, foster care or other painful transition.

“Cotton Patch Cafe is proud to continue supporting our local communities in any way we can,” said Mazen Albatarseh, CEO of Cotton Patch Cafe. “With 2020 being a tough year for many, it’s more important than ever for us to come together and help those in need. We are looking forward to a brighter 2021 and continue to build a culture of kindness with our motto Love One Another.”

“Cotton Patch Cafe is proud to continue supporting our local communities in any way we can,” said Mazen Albatarseh, CEO of Cotton Patch Cafe. “With 2020 being a tough year for many, it’s more important than ever for us to come together and help those in need. We are looking forward to a brighter 2021 and continue to build a culture of kindness with our motto Love One Another.”  

The four donations will assist the local nonprofits as they purchase needed supplies, support new or ongoing programming efforts, and more. Earlier this week, Cotton Patch Cafe presented the four $10,000 donations at check ceremonies with restaurant personnel and nonprofit employees.

“The Cotton Patch Cafe family is honored to partner with these nonprofits and help further their missions,” adds Albatarseh. “As a family-oriented establishment, we are thankful for the opportunity to give back. Some of these nonprofits have been around for decades, and we know their communities rely on them for support.”

For the past 31 years, Cotton Patch Cafe has donated funds and food throughout Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. Located in 49 cities throughout the region, Cotton Patch Cafe strives to serve those in need both in and out of its restaurant doors with warm food and hospitality. 

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About Cotton Patch Cafe
Founded in Nacogdoches, Texas, in 1989, Dallas-based Cotton Patch Cafe is a Texas-inspired, homestyle restaurant serving Southern classics in its 49 locations across Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. Cotton Patch is deeply committed to being a community partner in each town it calls home, and gives to many local organizations and charities in addition to being a major donor to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. For more information, visit cottonpatch.com or follow Cotton Patch Cafe on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Media Contacts  
The Power Group
Kelly Miller, kelly@thepowergroup.com 
Julia Monter, julia@thepowergroup.com