Bennigan's Celebrates St. Paddy's Day With a "Pub in a Box" Giveaway!

DALLAS, March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bennigan's, the Legendary neighborhood pub known for its signature "Irish Hospitality" and a determination to make "Every Day St. Paddy's Day," announced today the launch of an exciting St. Patrick's Day Sweepstakes event!  To celebrate the holiday in true Irish style, guests can visit a Bennigan's location to receive a game card and register for the sweepstakes online at http://sweeps.bennigans.com.  The winner will receive a $2,500 "Pub in a Box," and bring the Bennigan's experience home with them. The "Pub in a Box Sweepstakes," presented by Robust Promotions, includes a full-service bar with pub mirror, two bar stools, bar supplies, wall art and more.

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Bennigan's locations worldwide will host St. Paddy's Day-themed events throughout March, including $50 Bennigan's Gift Card weekly drawings, photo opportunities with life-sized Leprechaun cut-outs and a countdown to March 17.  Additionally, Bennigan's Twitter and Facebook sites will feature St. Paddy's Day trivia and photos.

The month's events will culminate on March 17 at Bennigan's restaurants around the globe, with live music, outdoor tent parties, St. Paddy's Day menus and drink specials, as well as the awarding of the "Pub in a Box" to one lucky winner. In lieu of the "Pub in a Box," the winner may choose an alternate prize of a trip for two to Chicago.

"St. Paddy's Day is the most exciting day of the year for us, and we are thrilled to partner with Robust Promotions to give our loyal guests the opportunity to win a 'Pub in a Box' so they can create their own Legendary experience," said Paul Mangiamele, Bennigan's President and CEO.  "We have many incredible events planned, both in our restaurants and on our social media sites, which will give us the perfect opportunity to put our 'Irish Hospitality' on full display."

Bennigan's has returned to its roots established 35 years ago, bleeding green with a determination to provide a Legendary experience to every customer, every day.  In the chef-driven kitchen, favorite classics like the Big Irish Burger have been brought back to the menu along with innovative, new American fare.  

In 2011 the beloved brand began a Legendary comeback and signed franchise agreements with eight new franchisees to develop more than 30 new restaurants, and has plans to open 12 new locations domestically and internationally in 2012.  Projected openings in 2012 include restaurants in Arkansas, Texas, Maryland, Washington DC, New Jersey and Florida, as well as internationally in Cyprus, Mexico and Dubai.  Bennigan's currently has 33 domestic and 47 international locations, and most recently opened new restaurants in El Salvador and South Korea.

Entrepreneurs interested in learning more about investment requirements and franchise partner qualifications may contact Eric Taylor at 469-248-4421 or [email protected], or visit www.bennigans.com/franchises.cfm.

About Bennigan's
Bennigan's is an upbeat neighborhood restaurant and pub committed to creating a Legendary brand experience for every guest, every meal, every day and to be known for our remarkable people, our chef-driven food, innovative drinks and warm, friendly hospitality. For more information visit www.bennigans.com.

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