Melione Fratello LLC to open 2,500 s/f Zebu Forno

Melione Fratello LLC, the newest franchisee in the Zebu Forno chain, has signed a lease for 2,500 s/f at 9 South St. The bakery is expected to open in January. Zebu will occupy a portion of the former Footlocker store on the street level of a two-story building now undergoing a major facelift by new owners, the Cavanaugh family. According to Andrew Gennusa, president of Zebu Forno Franchise LLC, the restaurant will offer seating for 60 to 70 patrons inside, as well as sidewalk café seating. Franchisee Melione Fratello LLC was formed by the Melione family.