Rama 5 - A Thai Dining Experience in Atlanta!
Sunday, January 6, 2008 at 03:22AM Foodpreneur:
Pete Akaraskul
About the Food Entrepreneur Pete:
I got involved in the Thai restaurant business in 2000. I became part owner of one of the more famous Thai restaurants in Atlanta. In 2005, I had a chance to become a majority owner of Rama 5 in Buckhead and took it! My education background was in Law and Business. After working in the corporate world for over 20 years, I was seeking a greater opportunity and a challenge. If you have been in the business... you know I have my hands full!
About the Rama 5 of Thailand restaurant:
Rama 5 serves authentic Thai and Sushi dishes. Our staff turnover is very low which gives us an advantage when comparing our high level of service to other restaurants. We are located in the downtown Buckhead bar district which is now being transformed into the Rodeo drive of the south. We serve great drinks and food!
Marketing Strategies:
Our lunch loyalty program is very popular among our business class lunch crowd. We offer a Rama 5 Premier Membership Program that gives members a discount on every meal. We advertise in the local savvy shopper magazine. We often mail menus to our surrounding zip codes. It is important to us to take care of our current customers so we often offer in-house promotions. Our monthly newsletter grows daily!
Pete knew Rama 5 was a hit when:
During our last Anniversary party we were so packed I couldn't even get a drink... And I own the place!!!
Why is Pete a Restaurateur?
I enjoy the challenge! I was tired of working nine to five in an office and tired of working for someone else.
Words from the wise:
Dealing with the public is not always easy. You never know what crazy situation will come up next. Wait a second... My dishwasher didn't show up... Ok, time to wash some dishes!
Foodpreneur Says:
Rama 5 has to be my favorite Thai restaurant in Atlanta for the money. Yes, there are more "fine dining" Thai restaurants but the quality of food and service for the price can't be compared. I will say the sushi is the best for the money in Atlanta. I personally can probably eat 20 pieces of their nigiri salmon. The full bar is stocked with high-end liquors as well as an impressive wine list. This was once in the middle of one of the hottest night life areas in the southeast. It is going through a huge make over to turn it into an exclusive district like it was back in the 80's. Pete's dedication to his customers will keep the Rama 5 Thai restaurant going for many years to come.
Visit Rama 5 Thai Restaurant:
Rama 5 Thai Restaurant
318 E. Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30305
404.442.7522
Website: Rama 5 of Thailand
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