[[Rainforest Cafe]] is a themed restaurant chain owned by [[Landry's, Inc.]] of Houston. It was founded by [[Steven Schussler]]. The first location opened in the [[Mall of America]] in [[Bloomington, Minnesota]] on February 3, 1994. By 1997, the chain consisted of six restaurants, all in the United States. The company was bought by Landry's Restaurants Inc. in 2000.
[[File:RainforestCafeLogo.png|thumb|right|The logo of Rainforest Cafe]]
== Concept and Design ==
'''Rainforest Cafe''' is a [[themed restaurant]] chain owned by [[Landry's, Inc.]], with locations in the [[United States]] and internationally. The restaurants are designed to depict some features of a [[rainforest]], including plant growth, mist, waterfalls, and animatronic animals.
The Rainforest Cafe is known for its exciting and adventurous concept. The restaurants are designed to depict some features of a tropical rainforest, including plant growth, mist, waterfalls, and figures of rainforest animals, including elephants, frogs, gorillas, jaguars, tigers, and tropical birds. The restaurants also include a retail area, named the "Retail Village", selling themed merchandise.
== History ==
== Locations ==
Rainforest Cafe was founded by [[Steven Schussler]] in 1994. The first location opened in the [[Mall of America]] in [[Bloomington, Minnesota]]. The concept quickly gained popularity due to its unique dining experience and immersive environment.
Rainforest Cafe has many locations worldwide. In the United States, the cafe is located in several states including [[Arizona]], [[Florida]], [[Illinois]], [[New Jersey]], [[Nevada]], [[Tennessee]], and [[Texas]]. Internationally, the cafe has locations in [[Canada]], [[France]], [[United Kingdom]], [[Japan]], [[China]], and the [[United Arab Emirates]].
== Concept and Design ==
== Menu ==
[[File:Rainforest-cafe-auburn-hills-michigan.jpg|thumb|left|Rainforest Cafe in Auburn Hills, Michigan]]
The Rainforest Cafe offers a variety of food options. The menu includes a range of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, steaks, chicken, pasta, and desserts. The restaurant also offers a kids' menu and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
The design of Rainforest Cafe is intended to transport guests into a tropical rainforest environment. The restaurants feature lush vegetation, waterfalls, and a variety of animatronic animals such as [[gorillas]], [[elephants]], and [[tropical birds]]. The ambiance is enhanced by sound effects of thunderstorms and animal calls.
== Rainforest Cafe and Conservation ==
== Menu ==
Rainforest Cafe is involved in conservation efforts. The restaurant chain has a program called the "Wild Bunch", which is aimed at educating children about the environment and conservation. The company also supports the Rainforest Foundation, an organization working to protect the world's rainforests.
The menu at Rainforest Cafe includes a variety of dishes inspired by [[American cuisine]] with a tropical twist. Popular items include [[burgers]], [[seafood]], [[pasta]], and [[salads]]. The restaurant also offers a selection of specialty drinks and desserts.
== See Also ==
== Locations ==
* [[Landry's, Inc.]]
Rainforest Cafe has locations in several major cities and tourist destinations. Some notable locations include:
* [[Themed Restaurants]]
* [[Rainforest Foundation]]
== References ==
* [[File:Rainforest_Cafe,_Las_Vegas_(2596973531).jpg|thumb|right|Rainforest Cafe in Las Vegas]]
* [[File:Rainforest_Cafe_Galveston_Texas.JPG|thumb|left|Rainforest Cafe in Galveston, Texas]]
* [[File:Disney_Animal_Kingdom_Rainforest_Cafe_1.jpg|thumb|right|Rainforest Cafe at Disney's Animal Kingdom]]
* [[File:Rainforest_Cafe_at_Animal_Kingdom.jpg|thumb|left|Another view of Rainforest Cafe at Animal Kingdom]]
* [[File:Rainforestcafesignoprymills.JPG|thumb|right|Rainforest Cafe sign at Opry Mills]]
* Rainforest Cafe official website
== Related Pages ==
* Landry's, Inc. official website
* Rainforest Foundation official website
== External Links ==
* [[Landry's, Inc.]]
* [[Themed restaurant]]
* [[Mall of America]]
* [[Steven Schussler]]
* [http://www.rainforestcafe.com Official Rainforest Cafe website]
[[Category:Restaurant chains in the United States]]
* [http://www.landrysinc.com Landry's, Inc. official website]
[[Category:Theme restaurants]]
* [http://www.rainforestfoundation.org Rainforest Foundation official website]
Rainforest Cafe is a themed restaurant chain owned by Landry's, Inc., with locations in the United States and internationally. The restaurants are designed to depict some features of a rainforest, including plant growth, mist, waterfalls, and animatronic animals.
History
Rainforest Cafe was founded by Steven Schussler in 1994. The first location opened in the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. The concept quickly gained popularity due to its unique dining experience and immersive environment.
Concept and Design
Rainforest Cafe in Auburn Hills, Michigan
The design of Rainforest Cafe is intended to transport guests into a tropical rainforest environment. The restaurants feature lush vegetation, waterfalls, and a variety of animatronic animals such as gorillas, elephants, and tropical birds. The ambiance is enhanced by sound effects of thunderstorms and animal calls.
Menu
The menu at Rainforest Cafe includes a variety of dishes inspired by American cuisine with a tropical twist. Popular items include burgers, seafood, pasta, and salads. The restaurant also offers a selection of specialty drinks and desserts.
Locations
Rainforest Cafe has locations in several major cities and tourist destinations. Some notable locations include:
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