Arby’s will open a store in Bowling Green this month. The fast food restaurant, being built on North Main Street near Al Mar Lanes will open its doors on Dec. 30.

“We think we are going to do extremely well and look forward to opening in Bowling Green,” said Tony Butler, Director of Operations for Columbus and Toledo Superstars.

Butler notes that the reason Arby’s is coming to Bowling Green is demand from area residents. The company received numerous requests to bring a store to the area.

The restaurant had made efforts before to come to Bowling Green. The company picked a site earlier, but did not build a restaurant due to complications. Butler said economics also played a part in the decision to build an Arby’s now.

“We have had a strong desire to be in Bowling Green for awhile,” he said.

There are two sizes used for Arby’s restaurants. The Bowling Green Arby’s will feature the larger of the two. The menu will feature the same items as other Toledo area Arby’s. But the inside of the store will be unlike any other — the dining area will feature live plants and trees.

“The decor will be absolutely gorgeous,” Butler said.

Butler eagerly awaits business for the restaurant. Based on this store’s success, another Arby’s may be built in town later. The company has tenative plans ready for a second restaurant in anticipation of success.

Students on campus are looking forward to the opening of the restaurant.

“It’s a great place, and I would definately go,” freshman Jason Buckley said. “I wish there was an Arby’s in the Union.”

Other students see the prices for the restaurant as a deterant. “I think that the prices are a little high for college students,” freshman Jenna Graham said.

Arby’s is looking for employees, including managers. Butler said any residents from the Bowling Green area can apply. More jobs will be available if the second Arby’s is built.