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Frisco’s newest Japanese restaurant opens this weekend — with a free perk for early diners

With more than 500 locations around the world, Pepper Lunch is finally bringing a location to the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

March 27, 2026
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Pepper Lunch Announces New Opening in Phoenix

Pepper Lunch, the Japanese-born experiential fast-casual concept with more than 560 locations across 17 countries, announced the grand opening of its newest restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona.

March 24, 2026
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Pepper Lunch to Open New Phoenix Location at Dove Valley on March 26; First 50 Guests Receive Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice

Pepper Lunch to Open New Phoenix Location at Dove Valley on March 26; First 50 Guests Receive Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice

March 24, 2026
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Pepper Lunch Opens in Phoenix

Jake Ireland does a live Sunday AM TV segment for the local AZ TV station

March 22, 2026
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Protein-packed smoothies, pho soup: 6 Dallas-Fort Worth dining updates

Protein-packed smoothies, pho soup: 6 Dallas-Fort Worth dining updates

March 22, 2026
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Pepper Lunch to Open New Phoenix Location at Dove Valley on March 26; First 50 Guests Receive Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice

Pepper Lunch to Open New Phoenix Location at Dove Valley on March 26; First 50 Guests Receive Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice

March 22, 2026
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Pepper Lunch to Open New Phoenix Location at Dove Valley on March 26; First 50 Guests Receive Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice

Pepper Lunch to Open New Phoenix Location at Dove Valley on March 26; First 50 Guests Receive Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice

March 22, 2026
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Pepper Lunch Invites First 50 Guests to Enjoy Free Beef Pepper Rice at Phoenix Dove Valley

The Japanese-born experiential fast-casual concept, Pepper Lunch, is growing its footprint in Arizona.

March 19, 2026
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Global Sizzling Steakhouse Pepper Lunch Launches First Texas Location in Frisco

A Japanese restaurant brand known globally for its sizzling hot-plate meals is bringing a unique interactive dining experience to Frisco.

March 15, 2026
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Global Sizzling Steakhouse Pepper Lunch Launches First Texas Location in Frisco

Global Sizzling Steakhouse Pepper Lunch Launches First Texas Location in Frisco

March 15, 2026
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Sizzle in the Suburbs: Pepper Lunch Fires Up Frisco Hot-Plate Debut

Frisco is about to get a whole lot hotter at dinnertime.

March 14, 2026
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Sizzle in the Suburbs: Pepper Lunch Fires Up Frisco Hot-Plate Debut

Sizzle in the Suburbs: Pepper Lunch Fires Up Frisco Hot-Plate Debut

March 14, 2026
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Japanese restaurant chain with sizzling hot plates to debut in Frisco

Japanese restaurant chain with sizzling hot plates to debut in Frisco

March 13, 2026
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Japanese restaurant chain with sizzling hot plates to debut in Frisco

Japanese restaurant chain with sizzling hot plates to debut in Frisco

March 13, 2026
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Pepper Lunch Hopes to Land in Mission Valley

The first San Diego location is getting ready to open in Kearny Mesa at 8322 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, Suites 103 and 104

March 11, 2026
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Pepper Lunch Launches New Kids Menu

Experiential fast-casual restaurant expands family-friendly dining options with kid-sized portions and enhanced safety measures.

February 5, 2026
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Pepper Lunch Introduces New Kids Menu, Expanding Family-Friendly Dining Experience

Pepper Lunch Introduces New Kids Menu, Expanding Family-Friendly Dining Experience

February 5, 2026
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Lunar New Year: Where to Find Good Fortune, Feasts, and Festivities in Orange County

Lunar New Year: Where to Find Good Fortune, Feasts, and Festivities in Orange County

January 24, 2026
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Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, CEO, Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch

Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, CEO, Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch

January 23, 2026
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Japanese-born chain Pepper Lunch to launch 20 locations across Texas

Japanese-born chain Pepper Lunch to launch 20 locations across Texas

January 20, 2026
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Sizzle Alert: Pepper Lunch Stakes First San Diego Claim In Kearny Mesa

Sizzle Alert: Pepper Lunch Stakes First San Diego Claim In Kearny Mesa

January 16, 2026
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