Bloomsburg Applebee’s Restaurant Gets A Whole New Look

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-One Lucky Guest Will Win $500 and Free Applebee’s For a Year-

Bloomsburg, PA, November 5, 2009 –The Rose Group, a local franchisee of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar, announced today the grand re-opening of the Bloomsburg location at 939 Columbia Boulevard after undergoing major renovations. Beyond interior updates that truly make it the neighborhood grill and bar, nine new flat screen TV’s will ensure guests don’t miss the big game while numerous drink specials will be sure to satisfy any budget.

In celebration of the renovations, busy parents, local sports fans, and all other customers have a chance to win $500 and free Applebee’s for a year by visiting the restaurant and entering a drawing from November 9 through December 11. The winner will be announced on December 14, making the holidays extra special for someone.

“The new, state-of-the-art restaurant aims to provide a modern take on the Applebee’s dining experience,” says Harry T. Rose, chairman and CEO of The Rose Group. “With these enhancements, we continue to deliver the best family-oriented and fun atmosphere that our Bloomsburg guests have come to expect. We look forward to welcoming both frequent Applebee’s customers and new guests to our restaurant.”

The Bloomsburg Applebee’s opened its doors on August 14, 1997, and has become a neighborhood favorite for families, sports fans and the entire community. The restaurant has daily drink specials, every day - $2 Coors Light and Budweiser drafts, and $4 Main Street Margaritas and Red Apple Sangrias. The restaurant’s new hours of operation are:

Sunday-Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 midnight
Friday-Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.

About The Rose Group
The Rose Group, headquartered in Newtown, PA, is the 33rd largest restaurant franchise company in the United States. They currently own and operate 59 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar restaurants in eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey and Delaware. The company was recently selected as the first franchisee for Corner Bakery Cafe, operating five cafes in Eastern Pennsylvania with plans to add additional units in the Philadelphia and South Jersey markets. The Rose Group also co-owns and operates The Shannon Rose, an independent Irish pub and restaurant in North Jersey. More information on The Rose Group can be found on their web site at www.therosegroup.com.