Kids Eat Free Event at Jason’s deli

July 27, 2011 - PRLog -- (July 27, 2011 -Fort Myers, FL) – Going back to school can be stressful for parents and their children. To ease the transition back into school Jason’s deli is offering a week of free kid’s meals at its five locations in Southwest Florida.

During the week of August 8 through August 14, families get a break at Jason’s deli. With every adult entrée purchased, families can receive up to two complimentary kid’s meals. The offer does have some restrictions attached; it only applies to dine-in service, and the children (under 12) must be present.

“We wanted to do something special for families as they make the transition from summer fun to back-to-school. Between shopping for clothes and school supplies and getting back into a standard routine, families are overwhelmed. This is our way of saying, you deserve a break,” said Diana Willis, owner operator of Southwest Florida Jason’s delis.

Parent’s Magazine recognized Jason’s deli earlier this year as the #1 family restaurant chain in the nation. That award was based on an analysis of the food’s content, including: calories, fat, saturated fat and sodium. Editors then looked at the quality of the ingredients (such as whether organic milk or antibiotic–free chicken were offered), and conveniences like call-ahead seating, online ordering, crayons to keep the kids busy, and availability of high chairs and booster seats.

For Jason’s deli winning is attributed to quality ingredients, a fresh kids’ menu and a few innovative moves.  In 2009 Jason’s deli became the first national restaurant to ban high fructose corn syrup in its food.  Last year went a step further, eliminating artificial colors and dyes from its menu. The motivation for these changes started in the late 1990’s when Jason’s deli began researching the removal of artificial trans fats from the menu. “Our menu is truly healthy, for children and their parents,” Willis added.

In Southwest Florida, Jason’s deli locations include: Fort Myers:  13550 Reflection Pkwy at Cypress Lake Drive; Naples:  2700 Immokalee Rd at Airport Pulling Road; Cape Coral:  2311 Santa Barbara near Veterans Pkwy; Port Charlotte: 1100 El Jobean (SR 776 at US 41); Sarasota:  5231 University Parkway at Honore.

About Jason’s deli
Founded by an Italian family in 1976, the Beaumont, Texas-based restaurant chain has nearly 225 delis in 28 states. Jason’s deli is currently number one in sales among fast, casual restaurant chains with fewer than 300 locations (QSR Magazine, January 2009).