Northstar
In 2010, Northstar brought Australis Barramundi into their restaurant thanks to its health benefits and dependable supply. Today, it remains Northstar’s exclusive fish offering and is a top performer.
With four locations across Ohio, Northstar is known for serving local, high-quality cuisine to a legion of loyal fans they treat like family. From the supplies they purchase to the build-out of the restaurants, to the organic cotton tees the staff wear, Northstar is committed to its mission of making business decisions that respect both the environment and the community. They opened shop in 2004 but didn’t bring fish onto the menu until 2010 when Managing Partner Darren Malhame discovered Australis Barramundi.
Multi-Unit Edge
Northstar's versatile menu and affluent customer base have helped it remain a competitive independent restaurant in a sea of larger national chain restaurants. Customers are willing to pay a little more for better food that aligns with the farm-to-counter mission, and the grilled fish sandwich featuring Australis Barramundi been immensely popular. Simply dressed with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and fresh herb aioli, it remains a top seller and is the only fish dish on the menu.
The Feedback
"Australis Barramundi is our exclusive fish offering at Northstar because it best meets our requirements for healthfulness, responsible production, consistency, dependable stock, and most importantly, deliciousness. Australis shares our passion for operational excellence and sincere commitment to making responsible environmental decisions. Australis is an important player in the future of great fish. I enthusiastically recommend them." - Darren Malhame, Managing Partner, Northstar
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