Novus Innovation Corridor, the innovative 355-acre mixed-use destination at Arizona State University’s main campus, is serving up another delicious dining option with the addition of The Melt.
The California eatery is known for redefining comfort food by reinventing classic favorites for the modern palate is now open at Novus Place. Among its signature menu items are MeltBurgers, along with a melted three-cheese classic, patty melt and Mac Daddy, which combines creamy mac ‘n cheese with sharp and medium cheddar and smoked bacon. These entrees, plus an array of other sandwiches, sides, salads and soup, milkshakes round out the menu, which emphasizes fresh ingredients without artificial ingredients.
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The company also boasts an exceptional “I Love it Here” experience that touches every aspect of its operations – from reimagined comfort food to top-tier hospitality and brand loyalty.
“We’re thrilled to expand our footprint in Arizona with a second location at Novus Place,” said Ralph Bower, a 30-year fast-casual veteran and Phoenix native.
Founded in 2011 in San Francisco, The Melt has 16 locations in California and Arizona, with plans to open up to 10 additional company-operated restaurants in Arizona over the next 3 years.
“The Melt will add even more character to an already vibrant Novus Place,” said Sean Whiskeman, senior vice president of Development at Catellus Development Corp.
This new concept joins Fox Restaurant anchor tenants Flower Child, Blanco Taco Cocina + Cantina and North Italia, along with Blue Sushi Sake Grill, Eureka!, Over Easy, Starbucks, tea purveyor The Alley and Nautical Bowls at Novus Place, the development’s main street entertainment district. This must-stop destination will ultimately span 275,000 square feet of shopping, dining and entertainment options, and serve as the central gathering place for residents and visitors who want to stroll along shaded walkways, explore on paved bike paths and people-watch at the community’s urban parks and pedestrian promenades.
This central hub will be part of Novus Innovation Corridor’s vision to create a walkable, sustainable neighborhood destined to become a model for modern urban cities. As one of eight ASU Innovation Zones, Novus will empower businesses of all sizes to grow and scale at an impressive speed while contributing a projected $1.86 billion annually to the local economy.
“Novus’ location in downtown Tempe on the ASU Tempe campus provides access to extensive educational resources, broad research activities, and exciting entertainment venues like Mountain America Stadium, Desert Financial Credit Union Arena, Mullett Arena and Tempe Town Lake,” said Dr. Morgan Olsen, executive vice president, treasurer and CFO of ASU. “This is a true live/work/play opportunity that will be greatly attractive to today’s professionals.”
Novus is a public/private partnership between ASU and Catellus Development Corporation. Upon completion, Novus will also encompass 6.5 million square feet of premium Class A office space, hospitality assets and 4,100 residences.
For more information, visitNovusASU.com.
