3. Location of New Restaurant:
In newly re-modeled
Lyndon Plaza.
Corner of N. Santa Cruz Ave.
and Main Street, Los Gatos
4. PROGRAMMING Information
PROJECT: La Rinconada Gitana Restaurant
Area Name Furnishings
Hostess Station Hostess counter with shelving and area for storage of menus
Bar Area Bar counter
8-10 bar stools
Storage for 100 wine bottles and 50 liquor bottles
Storage for glasses and other bar equipment.
Dining Area
Indoor Tables – Square
Chairs
Outdoor Fire pit tables
Chairs
Planters
Barrier free bathroom – unisex 60 sq. ft.
toilet
Double Sink with mirror
Bathroom supply storage
Stage area Stage Platform
Kitchen area Commercial range
To include a flat-top, deep fryer, gas stove.
Convection oven
Microwave oven
Commercial freezer
Refrigerator
Prep sink
Pot washing sink
Mop sink
Commercial dishwasher
Storage area for food
Storage for pots, pans, knives and kitchen utensils, plates,
bowls, etc.
Cleaning Supplies storage
Linen Storage Area for clean and dirty linens, aprons, etc.
Office space Desk
Filing Cabinet
Chair
Lockers for staff to change
Safe
5. Benchmark Comparison:
Cascal Rest., Mountain View
B
STRENGTHS:
-Great location.
-Patio/alfresco dining, with
heat lamps.
-Colorful interior with bold
colors
-High ceilings.
-Glazing all around the main
walls.
-Music entertainment on
weekends
-Fits the young, vibrant and
multi-cultural clientele of the
area.
-Open kitchen
-Layout is simple
-Large bar area.
6. WEAKNESSES
-The restaurant can get pretty loud during
weekends, difficult to have conversation.
-Service can be poor at times.
-Pricey items considering the portion size and
current economy.
-Restaurant provides Spanish, Cuban, Brazilian,
Mexican cuisine, which can be confusing for some
who are looking for more authentic Spanish tapas
fare.
-Restaurant appeals to a younger crowd not to
those looking for an intimate dining experience.
7. Restaurant Logo and Signage
Concept: La Vida Gitana
The concept for the design of this
restaurant therefore derives from the same
reference. “La Vida Gitana” or “The
Gypsy Life” refers to idea of enjoying life,
La
being carefree, enjoying dance, music and
food.
Rinconada
Gitana
11. FURNITURE SUGGESTIONS CUSTOM PIECES MADE OF
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS: RECLAIMED
WOOD/HAMMERED
COPPER/FORGED IRON
FLOORING: exterior
Stucco RECLAIMED BARN WOOD
Menu Sign Custom Iron Gate Door
Street Signage
13. ELEVATION OF MAIN ENTRANCE AND SIGNAGE
Light Box with Restaurant name and Logo
Existing Pergola
Stucco exterior Street Signage
Menu Sign Existing Outdoor Planter
Custom Iron Gate Door
