Panda Express

Craig Grimes worked with a variety of multiunit brands at an amusement-park company, and helped expand Lone Star Steakhouse.

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This latest openings roundup includes a new prototype from Panda Express, a counter-service steakhouse and the newest concept from Jean-Georges Vongerichten.