CHICAGO, September 23, 2025 — 86 Repairs, the end-to-end repairs and maintenance (R&M) solution built for the restaurant industry, has announced its partnership with PJW Restaurant Group, a multi-concept dining company operating throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
In PJW Restaurant Group’s endeavor to continue growing, innovating, and raising the bar, their team is partnering with 86 Repairs for 24/7/365 R&M management support, along with its AI-powered Invoice Assurance product for flagging and resolving billing discrepancies.
“Proactively managing repairs and maintenance is a significant factor in providing a great experience to our guests and employees,” said Jessica Breslow, CEO of PJW Restaurant Group. “With 86 Repairs we’re eager to get ahead of costly, time consuming repairs with a proven system to maximize equipment uptime, saving lost revenue and reducing costs.”
Analysis shows that the 86 Repairs process for minimizing unnecessary service visits results in upwards of 18% savings on R&M costs per year. With the 86 Repairs solution, PJW is leveraging:
“PJW Restaurant Group has built a strong legacy within the restaurant industry,” said Daniel Estrada, Co-Founder and CEO of 86 Repairs. “It’s no coincidence that operators with staying power like PJW are choosing to proactively manage R&M, the largest controllable cost for restaurant operators and one that’s often overlooked. Our team is excited to help PJW reduce costs and lighten the burden on their hardworking staff.”
PJW Restaurant Group joins established chains in adopting 86 Repairs, alongside brands like Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, Primanti Bros., Five Guys, Taco Bell, Jersey Mike’s, and others.
Learn more about 86 Repairs at 86repairs.com.
About 86 Repairs
86 Repairs is the only repairs and maintenance (R&M) management solution that empowers restaurant operators and frontline staff to increase margins. Our solution leverages unbiased market insights to help operators reduce costs, minimize equipment downtime, and work with the best service companies in the industry. With no invoice markups and no pass-through fees for service companies, we eliminate inflated costs.
Over 2,000 restaurant operators trust 86 Repairs to manage their repairs and maintenance process. Customers get to work with any service providers they choose, along with access to our unbiased cost and quality data from an unrestricted network of service companies. Notable customers include upscale full service restaurants, quick service franchised brands, and everything in between.
About PJW Restaurant Group
Founded in 1983 by Bob and Donna Platzer, PJW Restaurant Group has grown from one restaurant to 32 with six different dining concepts throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Though Bob’s first restaurant, Platz’s, eventually became the regionally renowned P.J. Whelihan’s, his original commitment to serving great food with good company is something that has never changed.
Today, the group’s esteemed hospitality brands include: P.J. Whelihan’s Pub and Restaurant, the casual pub and eatery which pays homage to Bob’s grandfather’s name; The Pour House, the neighborhood favorite for the best to offer in craft beer and unique pub grub; Treno Pizza Bar, a wood and brick-fired pizza bar offering authentic Italian fare with PJW Restaurant Group flare; The ChopHouse, a lakeside steak and seafood restaurant with an upscale yet friendly atmosphere; The ChopHouse Grille, a sophisticated, yet casual and approachable dining experience offering fresh seasonal fare, hand-crafted cocktails, and a well curated wine selection; and Central Taco and Tequila, a modern Mexican restaurant with traditional flavors and more than 90 varieties of tequila.