The NYC location of the 78-restaurant chain is situated in Grand Central, in the Fred F. French Building at the corner of Fifth Avenue & 45th Street in a building whose base features bronze entrances and storefronts decorated with mythological figures of many cultures. The Middle Eastern motif is echoed in the spectacular and carefully preserved lobby, with its vaulted ceilings and twenty-five bronze doors. Designated a New York City landmark building in 1986, the French Building has a restored brick façade, upgraded mechanicals and elevator systems, and received an Energy Star label in 2008 for its operating efficiency.

Outsource happily provided code consultation for interior renovations of the first floor, cellar and mezzanine, as well as application and permit filings to the ensure landmarked status remained intact.