Case Study: Ford’s Garage

September 7, 2022 Press

The Situation

Ford’s Garage is your neighborhood burger and beer joint, with locations nested across the nation. When you dine at Ford’s Garage, you will feel like you’re in a 1920’s service station. Not only will you enjoy the old-style decor, but you will have fun and enjoy quality food.

Image of a burger with a toothpick inserted in it that says "The Distinguished Gentleman", next to a basket of golden fries, from Ford's Garage. — Photo from Ford’s Garage

The Challenge

When it comes to creating the perfect burger, there needs to be good flavor, nice texture, tasty toppings, and above all else – consistency. Ford’s Garage sought to find a solution to help create high quality, consistent burgers throughout all of their locations.

Image of a burger with fried onion strings and bacon slices on it, from Ford's Garage. — Photo from Ford’s Garage

Image of a sandwich cut in half, showing a cross section of perfectly cooked hamburger meat and lot's of cheese. — Photo from Ford’s Garage

The Solution

Quality is a big focus at Ford’s Garage and they’re always looking to improve upon this while keeping their guests coming back for more. The use of Hollymatic machines has allowed mass consistency over multiple locations and different geographic areas giving customers a sense of trust and loyalty to the business knowing they’re always getting the same quality of product no matter the location.

Interior of Ford's Garage, there is a vintage Ford vehicle lifted on metal supports above the bar area. — Photo from Ford’s Garage

The Difference

Since implementing Hollymatic machines, Ford’s Garage witnessed a large reduction in the time required for burger preparation as restaurant sales continue to grow. Aside from that, they are able to provide quality, consistent burgers to all 20+ location.