“The menu overhaul took a good year.

We wanted to take our time.

We did a lot of testing.

Friendly’s exterior

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But now we’re really comfortable where it is.

And it’s obviously working for us,” Mityas said.

Remodels are another major facet of Friendly’s turnaround plan.

Friendly’s Fries ‘n’ Ice Cream Dipper

Friendly’s

“you’re able to see the ice cream.

you’re free to see all the toppings in different candy bins.

Kids can go off and design their own shakes,” Mityas said of the Fribble wall.

Friendly’s burger and fries on table

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The rest of the remodels are expected to be completed in the next six to 12 months.