Tava Kitchen was founded in 2011 by college friends Vijay Brihmadesam, Jason Pate and Hasnain Zaidi. The trio gained experience by each working for a short time at Chipotle Mexican Grill, whose food and service style inspired Tava. Take a look inside this fast-casual concept.
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Former Smashburger executive Jeremy Morgan was brought on as CEO in 2014.
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The influence of Indian cuisine shines through in dishes such as the Paneer Rice Bowl.
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The chain drew some serious investors last year, including CircleUp Growth Fund, Kensington Capital, Agilic Capital, and former Smashburger CEO David Prokupek through his investment fund HiGrowth Advisors.
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The service line is modeled after Chipotle Mexican Grill, and diners can customize their orders.
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Customers can build their own bowls and Indian-inspired “burrotis,” pictured here, from a choice of proteins, vegetables and house-made sauces.
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Tava Kitchen also offers catering.
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Tava is now looking to expand, with plans to enter Denver.
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Tava Kitchen’s founders, from left to right, Jason Pate, Hasnain Zaidi and Vijay Brihmadesam gained experience by working for short spells at Chipotle Mexican Grill.
