This quickservice chain specializes in traditional Japanese cuisine served at a value price in a casual, friendly environment. Founders Dan Burns and Yon Suk Lipsky opened the first SanSai in 2002 in Glendale, California. The concept initially expanded in Southern California and entered Missouri in 2003. Billed as a fusion of Eastern food and spirit with American service and convenience, SanSai offers better-for-you salads, plates, bowls and sushi made with fresh ingredients. Signature dishes include Oriental salad, linguine salad with Thai dressing, spicy chicken plate with charbroiled marinated chicken, tempura bowl and seared ahi tuna sashimi salad.
| Location | Los Angeles, Calif. |
|---|---|
| 2009 Systemwide Sales ($000) | $30,000,000* |
| YOY Sales Change | 15.4% |
| 2009 U.S. Units | 39 |
| YOY Unit Change | 14.7% |
| 2009 Average Unit Volume ($000) | $825,000* |
| Future 50 Year | 2010 |
*Technomic estimate
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