A rapidly expanding Mexican fast-food chain will open its fifth venue on the Sunshine Coast early next year.
Guzman y Gomez will launch a new outlet beside the Bruce Highway at the Glass House Mountains.
It will be at a new $24 million service station precinct that will essentially replace one of the iconic stopovers formerly known as Moby Vic’s.
Guzman y Gomez chief development officer George Mandilis said the location was perfect for motorists.
“GYG Glass House Mountains is under construction and opening early 2026,” he said.
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“This is a drive-through and it will have the same features and delicious and clean menu items, just like our other 230-plus GYG restaurants do in Australia.
“The location (4249 Bruce Highway) is AAA and is one of the stronger service centres on the Brisbane and Sunshine Coast corridor.
“It offers great access and visibility to locals and travellers, offering a fresh choice in fast-food options.”
About 160,000 vehicles travel along the northbound stretch of highway every day.
The new-look service station precinct is set to include a new Shell service station, On The Run (OTR) convenience retail offerings, expanded EV facilities and other quick-service restaurants including Hungry Jack’s and McDonald’s.
The new GYG’s grand opening will be on January 16. About 55 employees are in the process of being hired.
“GYG is looking forward to being part of the Glass House Mountains community, employing locals and bringing GYG’s great food and awesome vibes to the area,” Mr Mandilis said.
There are four other Guzman y Gomez venues on the Sunshine Coast: Birtinya, Caloundra, Buddina and Maroochydore.
A restaurant is also scheduled to open at Baringa in mid-2026, while GYG has identified a location in Sippy Downs for a new restaurant that could open in 2028.
Mr Mandilis indicated that the chain could continue its expansion on the Sunshine Coast.
“We are certainly targeting further opportunities, as we see potential in this area of Queensland,” he said.
Guzman y Gomez was founded in Sydney in 2006 by New Yorkers and childhood best friends Steven Marks and Robert Hazan.
It has restaurants in Australia, Singapore, Japan and the United States, and the duo has a goal to open more than 30 restaurants a year globally.
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