Vern adds that the restaurant has brand new floors, new walls, repositioning of the wine and beer, a large flat-screen bar, cafeteria-style buffet, seated table service, a sitting-waiting room with deli bar and wi-fi.

Expected hours of operation are 5:30 a.m. to about 9 p.m., "or later if demand warrants."

"The city, the colleges, the state, the nation -- all are invited to enjoy its global-style treats."