Bolay to Open First Drive-thru Unit in Tampa, Fla.

Bolay Fresh Bold Kitchen, known for its gluten-free signature bowls or “bols,” plans to open its first drive-thru location in Tampa, Fla., and to expand to Virginia in September, the company said.

Wellington, Fla.-based Bolay was created in 2016 by Chris Gannon and his father Tim Gannon, a co-founder of Outback Steakhouse.

The Tampa drive-thru will be the brand’s 24th location. It will debut Sept. 1 with several  grand-opening events.

“The South Tampa opening marks more than one exciting milestone for Bolay as we open our first drive-thru and expand our reach to bring fresh and bold flavors to communities across Florida and state borders,” said Chris Gannon, Bolay’s CEO, in a statement.

“We’re proud to not only provide healthy options that make our guests feel good,” Gannon said, “but [to] introduce a drive-thru offering that empowers us to meet their needs with elevated hospitality.”

The South Tampa location covers 2,815 square feet in a stand-alone location that accommodates the drive-thru. It seats 45, a spokesperson said. Earlier Bolay locations range from 2,500 to 2,700 square feet with a couple of nearly 3,000-square-foot locations. – Source: NRN.