In this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with Tony Pham and Rich Reyes, the cofounders of Mecha Noodle Bar, a full-service Asian concept based in Connecticut that has grown to 10 locations around the country. The childhood friends have scaled this brand with an Asian soul food menu of ramen, pho, and bao served in a relaxed, modern setting, and they joined the podcast to share how their friendship has been key to their success and why giving back to their communities has boosted their recruitment and retention.

In this conversation, you’ll find out why:

• A successful business needs a little intellect and a little instinct
• No matter your product or concept, consumers appreciate a great experience 
• Some restaurants come together like magic
• You should make sure you have a restaurant before you have a business
• It pays to invest in people who invest in themselves
• The best way to give back is if you build it into your business model

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