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Garbanzo launches new prototype

Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh is debuting a new prototype with the opening of its first St. Louis location.

Opening Nov. 17, the new design features a beverage fountain offering pure cane soda as well as a stand-alone bakery space where consumers can watch pitas being made.

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In addition to its new brick-and-mortar location, the Denver-based fast casual is launching a food truck in the St. Louis market. The chain plans to add 10 new restaurants throughout St. Louis in the next several years.

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