Moe's Southwest Grill Looking to Expand

A local Moe's Southwest Grill franchisee wants to open another restaurant at Otis Street at Route 9, according to Westborough health officials.

The owner eyes the former Relax The Back Store, now vacant, in the shopping center at 76 Otis St., Director of Public Health Paul McNulty told the board of health in his March report. The store is vacant, McNulty said today.

The franchisee also owns the Moe's on Route 9 in Shrewsbury, McNulty wrote.

Westborough's building, planning, public works and fire department heads also have met to discuss the proposed Westborough restaurant, Health Inspector Terry Gilchrist wrote in her March report.

"There are a lot of obstacles to overcome with this location," she wrote.

"The landlord has a lot of work to bring the property up to code."

Moe's started in Atlanta in December 2000, according to the restaurant's website.

"The first thing you'll hear when you walk into the restaurant is an enthusiastic 'Welcome to Moe's!' It's more than a greeting; it's a way of life for the folks who customize each meal fresh to order right in front of the guest," according to the website.

"While Moe's is best known for its burritos packed with a choice of over 20 fresh, flavorful ingredients, the menu also features kid's, vegetarian and low-calorie options. And all meals are served with free chips and salsa."