S

Sustainable Restaurant Group

Sustainable restaurant group with transparent sourcing

Overview

Sustainable Restaurant Group runs a portfolio of restaurant concepts with a focus on environmental and social responsibility, earning revenue from day-to-day operations of brands like Bamboo Sushi, QuickFish, Ava Gene’s, and Sizzle Pie. Its food-and-sourcing model uses a transparent, validated supply chain to avoid overfished species and fraud, and Bamboo Sushi holds certifications from the James Beard Smart Catch program, the Marine Stewardship Council, and the Green Restaurant Association; the group also uses a Carbon Calculator to measure and offset the carbon footprint of menu items with The Ocean Foundation. The company differentiates itself through a multi-brand strategy built around strict sourcing standards and certification credibility, rather than relying on a single concept. Its goal is to provide premium, eco-minded dining experiences and to expand sustainable dining across its concepts while continually improving environmental and social impact.

Significant Headcount Growth

Work here?Claim your company

About Sustainable Restaurant Group

Simplify's Rating
Why Sustainable Restaurant Group is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Food & Agriculture

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Portland, OR

Founded

2011

Get referred to Sustainable Restaurant Group

See people who can refer or advise you

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's take

What believers are saying

  • Bamboo Sushi opened Bend in June 2026, adding proof of active expansion.
  • Arizona’s Queen Creek lease, announced March 2026, extends SRG into a new growth market.
  • SRG’s 2025 investor-backed expansion plan targeted ten new locations, supporting hiring and promotion opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • SRG filed Chapter 11 in May 2020, proving its model breaks under demand shocks.
  • WhatNow reported no Queen Creek opening date in September 2026, signaling execution risk.
  • If Bamboo Sushi stalls, SRG loses its only widely recognized brand and collapses operationally.

What makes Sustainable Restaurant Group unique

  • Bamboo Sushi still markets certified sustainable sushi, keeping SRG’s sourcing story distinct in 2026.
  • Queen Creek and Bend openings show Bamboo Sushi’s brand travels beyond Portland’s core market.
  • SRG combines premium dining with sustainability credentials, unlike commodity sushi chains.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Employee Discounts
  • Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

6%
Bain Capital
Mar 10th, 2025
SRG Receives Investment from Bain Capital

Sustainable Restaurant Group (SRG), operator of Bamboo Sushi and QuickFish, received a strategic investment from Bain Capital Double Impact and Kitchen Fund to support expansion into new markets. SRG, known for its commitment to sustainability, plans to open 10+ locations in the next two years. Bain Capital Double Impact aims to enhance SRG's growth and environmental impact, while Kitchen Fund brings expertise in scaling restaurant brands.

Recently Posted Jobs

Sign up to get curated job recommendations

Sustainable Restaurant Group is Hiring for 27 Jobs on Simplify!

Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today

Don't see your dream role? Check out thousands of other roles on Simplify.Browse all jobs