The Build: Restuarant 201

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After building one of New York’s most beloved taqueria groups, the team behind Taqueria Ramirez enters a new phase: three new restaurants in one year, a James Beard nomination, a new chef partnership, and a seafood wine bar opening in the West Village. This season follows Giovanni, Tania, Chef Carlos, and the Ramirez team as they scale from cult favorite to growing restaurant group, without losing the precision, personality, and trust that got them here. RSSVERIFY

  1. 6d ago

    From 2 Restaurants to 4: The Expansion Map

    Opening one restaurant is hard. Opening several at the same time requires a completely different operating system. Gio and Tania walk us through the opportunities that moved the Ramirez group from two restaurants toward four, including Soccerria, a new Taqueria Ramirez location in Carroll Gardens, and El Camarón Peludo in the West Village. They explain how favorable leases, strong partners, existing restaurant infrastructure, and a little bit of timing luck helped shape their expansion map. We also talk with Thomas McNaughton and Ryan Pollnow of Flour + Water Hospitality Group about growing a restaurant company thoughtfully. Together, we dig into sequencing restaurant openings, sharing resources across locations, knowing when an opportunity is actually worth pursuing, and building enough structure to grow without turning every concept into a copy and paste.

  2. Sep 22

    Restaurant 201: From Taqueria to Restaurant Group

    What changes when a beloved neighborhood restaurant becomes a growing restaurant group? In the Season Three premiere of The Build, we meet Giovanni Cervantes and Tania Apolinar, the founders of Taqueria Ramirez and Carnitas Ramirez. They share how a photography studio, a pandemic pivot, and a deep love of Mexico City taco culture led to one of New York City’s most celebrated taquerias. Now, Gio and Tania are entering Restaurant 201. They are opening multiple concepts, bringing on new partners, and figuring out how to grow without losing the food, energy, and sense of place that made people fall in love with Taqueria Ramirez in the first place. We talk about building their original team, dividing front- and back-of-house responsibilities, choosing opportunities carefully, and recognizing when a successful restaurant is ready to become something bigger. Welcome to Restaurant 201.

  3. 12/09/2025

    The Build, Episode 9 — Opening Day

    After months of planning, it all comes down to opening day — nerves, joy, and community collide. In this episode of The Build, Rasheeda takes us behind the scenes of the final countdown. From a friends-and-family soft opening to the first customer reactions, this is the payoff of launching a restaurant in New York City. Explore Season 2 of The Build Presented by Square Listen to the full season here and get access to an exclusive TILIT and Square promo offer.Learn more about this episode hereConnect with Square: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinsquare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/squareContact Sales: https://squareup.com/us/en/l/sales/contact Connect with TILIT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tilitnyc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TilitNYCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tilitnyc/The Build is a podcast series presented by Square and TILIT in partnership with Heritage Radio Network, sharing the grit, vision, and growth behind restaurant entrepreneurship.

    The Build, Episode 9 — Opening Day

  4. 12/02/2025

    The Build, Episode 8 —The Flow is the Flavor

    Great service is as memorable as the food itself — and the buzz starts before the doors open. In this episode of The Build, Rasheeda defines her restaurant’s steps of service and launches her pre-opening marketing strategy. From rituals to Instagram captions, it’s all about creating connections before day one. Explore Season 2 of The Build Presented by Square Listen to the full season here and get access to an exclusive TILIT and Square promo offer.Learn more about this episode hereConnect with Square: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinsquare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/squareContact Sales: https://squareup.com/us/en/l/sales/contact Connect with TILIT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tilitnyc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TilitNYCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tilitnyc/ The Build is a podcast series presented by Square and TILIT in partnership with Heritage Radio Network, sharing the grit, vision, and growth behind restaurant entrepreneurship.

    The Build, Episode 8 —The Flow is the Flavor

  5. 11/25/2025

    The Build, Episode 7 — People, Payroll & the Plan

    Restaurants run on people. Hiring, training, and planning payroll can make or break a business. In this episode of The Build, Rasheeda shares how she’s building her team with intention. From creating a culture of equity to managing wages and building sustainable financial models, it’s a candid look at people-first growth in the restaurant world. Explore Season 2 of The Build Presented by Square Listen to the full season here and get access to an exclusive TILIT and Square promo offer.Learn more about this episode hereConnect with Square: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinsquare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/squareContact Sales: https://squareup.com/us/en/l/sales/contact Connect with TILIT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tilitnyc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TilitNYCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tilitnyc/ The Build is a podcast series presented by Square and TILIT in partnership with Heritage Radio Network, sharing the grit, vision, and growth behind restaurant entrepreneurship.

    The Build, Episode 7 — People, Payroll & the Plan

  6. 11/18/2025

    The Build, Episode 6 — POS-itive Energy

    Behind every smooth guest experience is technology that makes it all possible. In this episode of The Build, Rasheeda sets up a Square-powered POS system that brings efficiency, data, and seamless retail to her new restaurant. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how tech and hospitality work hand in hand. Explore Season 2 of The Build Presented by Square Listen to the full season here and get access to an exclusive TILIT and Square promo offer.Learn more about this episode hereConnect with Square: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinsquare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/squareContact Sales: https://squareup.com/us/en/l/sales/contact Connect with TILIT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tilitnyc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TilitNYCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tilitnyc/The Build is a podcast series presented by Square and TILIT, sharing the grit, vision, and growth behind restaurant entrepreneurship.

    The Build, Episode 6 — POS-itive Energy

  7. 11/11/2025

    The Build, Episode 5 — Layers of Flavor, Layers of Story

    Every dish tells a story. At Ramen by Ra, the menu is more than recipes — it’s a reflection of culture, innovation, and community. In this episode of The Build, Rasheeda explores the process of menu creation. From broth to bao, she experiments with flavor, menu pricing, and neighborhood accessibility while balancing tradition with bold new ideas. Explore Season 2 of The Build Presented by Square Listen to the full season here and get access to an exclusive TILIT and Square promo offer.Learn more about this episode hereConnect with Square: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinsquare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/squareContact Sales: https://squareup.com/us/en/l/sales/contact Connect with TILIT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tilitnyc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TilitNYCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tilitnyc/The Build is a podcast series presented by Square and TILIT in partnership with Heritage Radio Network, sharing the grit, vision, and growth behind restaurant entrepreneurship.

    The Build, Episode 5 — Layers of Flavor, Layers of Story

  8. 11/05/2025

    The Build, Episode 4 — Can You Taste a Brand?

    A restaurant isn’t just food. It’s an experience you can see, touch, and even taste. In this episode of The Build, Rasheeda dives into the creative side of building a restaurant brand. From packaging to signage to merch, she shares how story, design, and sensory detail work together to shape the restaurant experience at Ramen by Ra. Explore Season 2 of The Build Presented by Square Listen to the full season here and get access to an exclusive TILIT and Square promo offer.Learn more about this episode hereConnect with Square: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinsquare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/squareContact Sales: https://squareup.com/us/en/l/sales/contact Connect with TILIT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tilitnyc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TilitNYCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tilitnyc/ The Build is a podcast series presented by Square and TILIT in partnership with Heritage Radio Network, sharing the grit, vision, and growth behind restaurant entrepreneurship.

    The Build, Episode 4 — Can You Taste a Brand?
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After building one of New York’s most beloved taqueria groups, the team behind Taqueria Ramirez enters a new phase: three new restaurants in one year, a James Beard nomination, a new chef partnership, and a seafood wine bar opening in the West Village. This season follows Giovanni, Tania, Chef Carlos, and the Ramirez team as they scale from cult favorite to growing restaurant group, without losing the precision, personality, and trust that got them here. RSSVERIFY

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