Perkins Griddle & Go Set To Open Throughout Monmouth County

COLTS NECK, NJ — Looking for a new breakfast spot? Get ready, because mother-and-son duo Lisa Dalton and Anthony Degrande are bringing Perkins Griddle & Go to Monmouth County.

Known for its breakfasts and homestyle comfort food, the franchise has signed its largest Griddle & Go agreement to date with a 10-unit deal throughout the county.

At Griddle & Go, guests will be able to enjoy Perkins classics such as Griddle Greats and Mammoth Muffins in addition to new menu items, such as breakfast sandwiches and avocado toast.

Each Griddle & Go location will span between 1,500–2,000 square feet and seat up to 65 guests, according to officials. Not only that, but the restaurants will also incorporate modern digital menus and self-order kiosks for customers to use.

“I have always loved Perkins,” Dalton said. “When I saw the opportunity to bring the brand back to our area, I knew it was the right move.”

For Dalton and Degrande, launching Griddle & Go throughout the county is a personal matter. The two are lifelong Monmouth County residents and were first drawn to Perkins after building decades of memories with the brand.

“We’ve always been about great service and building strong teams,” Degrande said. “So when we learned more about Perkins’ updated technology and streamlined operations with Griddle & Go, it felt like the perfect fit.”

Though Dalton and Degrande have yet to announce where their first Griddle & Go restaurant will be, the pair plan to open their first Monmouth County location by October 2025.

As soon as construction is complete, Degrande said, the brand will be “welcoming guests, offering jobs, and creating a gathering place for the community.”

“Lisa and Anthony’s passion for the Perkins brand and their dedication to the community align perfectly with what we are looking for in franchisees,” said Mike Ackley, director of Franchise Marketing & Development at Perkins American Food Co. “This expansion marks a significant milestone for Perkins Griddle & Go, and we are confident that our timeless concept and exceptional dining experience will resonate deeply with New Jersey residents.”

“We considered other franchises, but Perkins has always had a special place in my heart,” Dalton added. “It’s like coming home.”

To learn more about Perkins, you can visit their website.