Central Florida Restaurants, LLC owns and operates the restaurant.  The managing members are Joe Sandor and David Buchman. 

They also own and operate ten other Friendly’s restaurants.  Ryan Gillmor, a 17-year veteran of the restaurant business manages the Clermont restaurant

“This is an exciting year for Friendly’s as we celebrate our 70^th anniversary.  The opening of this restaurant adds to that excitement and we know the Joe and David will operate a great restaurant in Clermont,” said Pete Bell, Senior Director Brand Marketing.

Joe Sandor said, “We are excited to be a part of the Clermont community and look forward to serving the people of this area delicious, juicy burgers, mouthwatering melts and the famous ice cream creations that Friendly’s is known for serving.” 

For a limited time, guests at the Clermont, FL Friendly’s can enjoy some extra special treats: a free Happy Ending Sundae with the purchase of any of our Comforts of Home entrees, including our new Southwest BBQ Steak and Grilled Teriyaki Chicken.  Guests can also indulge on the featured ice cream flavor – Mint Mud Slide.

The 168-seat restaurant will be open 6:30 am to11:00 am every day.
Friendly Ice Cream Corporation (Amex: FRN) is a vertically integrated restaurant company serving signature sandwiches, entrees and ice cream desserts in a friendly, family environment in more than 525 company and franchised restaurants throughout the Northeast.

The company also manufactures ice cream, which is distributed through more than 4,500 supermarkets and other retail locations. With a 70-year operating history, Friendly's enjoys strong brand recognition and is currently revitalizing its restaurants and introducing new products to grow its customer base.