Those in the San Jose, California area will not want to miss the official grand opening of the newest location of The Stand restaurant, which is the second in the Bay Area. The official grand opening will be held August 29, 2025 at 11 a.m. and a ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 11:30 a.m. City officials, city council, and the public are invited. The new location is at 503 W. Capital Expy in San Jose. To celebrate, guests can take advantage of a buy one, get one 50% off deal, offered exclusively through The Stand app.
“Our mission is simple,” said Zachary Wishengrad, vice president for The Stand. “We want to offer delicious food, made with care, in a clean and welcoming environment – with flavors and creativity that make every visit exciting.”
The Stand is a fan favorite for those who like variety and an elevated take on traditional favorites. The menu includes creative burgers, protein-packed bowls, satisfying sandwiches, seasonally inspired salads, wraps, hot dogs, shakes, and more. Some of the unique menu items offered include the French Onion Soup Burger, Miso Salmon Bowl, Ultimate Egg Burger, Short Rib Grilled Cheese, Jalapeño Bacon Cheeseburger, and more. They also have vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available, including a Falafel Wrap, Veggie Burger, Mac and Cheese, and Sweet Potato Fries. This location also features a full bar with crafted cocktails, local beer, and wine.
To take advantage of the grand opening BOGO 50% off deal through August 31, 2025, guests must download The Stand app, and order in-store or online. Simply navigate to the “offers” tab to redeem.
Everyone is invited to the grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting event with city officials. This location is the 22nd in The Stand’s family-owned chain, with other locations throughout California, including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and San Bernardino, as well as one location in Texas. The Stand is also a popular option for catering, including for office lunches, and offers fundraising programs for community groups.
“We are so excited to get this San Jose location open and know The Stand fans in the area are equally as excited,” said Wishengrad. “Forget boring lunches and eating the same meals all of the time. We offer something your taste buds are going to love!”
The Stand was founded in 2003 with a mission of providing great food, equally great service, and at an affordable price. Committed to using the best ingredients and supporting local suppliers whenever possible, The Stand continues to deliver freshness, value, and community connection at each of its locations. What began with Murray Wishengrad’s first restaurant in Encino, California, has now grown into 22 locations across California and Texas. The newest chapter begins with the official grand opening of the new San Jose location on August 29, 2025, at 11 a.m. at 503 W. Capital Expy, with city officials, council members, and the community all invited to celebrate! For menus, locations, and the latest news, visit thestand.com.
