Industries
IRC proudly serves a wide range of industries where food and experience go hand in hand. From Full Service and QSR concepts to K-12 campuses and university dining halls, we design with both functionality and flow in mind. Our expertise extends to the high-energy environments of stadiums and theme parks, as well as the elevated expectations of hotels and resorts. No matter the setting, we bring a practical, people-first approach to every project, tailoring solutions that work as hard as the teams behind them.
Full Service & QSR
We create efficient, code-compliant kitchens that keep service smooth and customers coming back.
K-12
Our designs support safe, streamlined meal service that keeps students fed and schedules on track.
Higher Education
We craft flexible, high-volume dining spaces that meet the evolving needs of campus communities.
Stadium Dining
We optimize back-of-house operations to handle the rush and keep fans fueled without missing the action.
Hotel & Resorts
We design elegant, behind-the-scenes solutions that elevate guest experiences and operational ease.
Themed Entertainment
We blend creativity with efficiency to support immersive, high-capacity foodservice environments.
DESIGNED PROJECTS
IRC proudly serves a wide range of industries where food and experience go hand in hand. From Full Service and QSR concepts to K-12 campuses and university dining halls, we design with both functionality and flow in mind. Our expertise extends to the high-energy environments of stadiums and theme parks, as well as the elevated expectations of hotels and resorts. No matter the setting, we bring a practical, people-first approach to every project, tailoring solutions that work as hard as the teams behind them.
Shutters at the Beach
Modernizing Poolside Operations: Shutters at the Beach Shutters at the Beach, a premier luxury hotel in Santa Monica, required an update to its poolside beverage and foodservice operations. The objective was to bring the existing pool bar up to modern health department standards while completely replacing the aging equipment, all without expanding or altering the […]
CalTech – Browne Dining Hall
Adapting Foodservice Design to Campus Growth: Caltech’s Browne Dining Hall When a campus dining facility experiences a surge in popularity alongside student body growth, it presents new logistical challenges. Foodservice design must adapt to these evolving needs. The ongoing updates to the California Institute of Technology’s (Caltech) Browne Dining Hall illustrate how high-volume operations can […]
Food Truck Commissary
Developing an Onsite Food Truck Commissary: Victor Valley College While food trucks provide flexible dining options for college campuses, they rely on specific operational infrastructure. Health department regulations mandate that food trucks return to a licensed commissary daily for cleaning, sanitizing, safe food storage, and waste disposal. The Challenge: Offsite Commissary Logistics When Victor Valley […]
The Meeting Spot (Hollywood Park Concept)
Blending open-air dining, live music, and locally driven cuisine, The Meeting Spot creates a vibrant social hub at Hollywood Park where guests gather, unwind, and connect.
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Blending open-air dining with Hollywood flair, this rooftop restaurant and bar offers a relaxed escape above the Walk of Fame with Californian cuisine and movie-inspired cocktails.
8-Bit Brewing Company
Blending craft beer, nostalgic arcade gaming, and a full food and beverage program, 8 Bit Brewing Company creates a lively, family-friendly destination where guests of all ages can play, dine, and gather.
We came across an incredibly beautiful but challenging space that would not have easily met standard Health Department requirements. From the very beginning, IRC Design provided innovative solutions and expert guidance, giving us a clear roadmap from lease signing through grand opening. Their knowledge, creativity, and attention to detail helped turn a complex project into a successful reality. Thank you, IRC Design.
We are beyond grateful to IRC for their incredible leadership and creativity in designing the kitchen at California SMASH. Their attention to detail, deep understanding of operational flow, and commitment to excellence helped us bring our vision to life. The result is a beautiful, functional space that will serve as the heartbeat of our venue for years to come.”
Thank you again for coming to speak with the Foodservice Facilities Design class at Cornell University’s Nolan School of Hotel Administration. It was incredibly helpful for the students to hear how you think through a project—from identifying priorities to weighing constraints and trade-offs. Your ability to break down complex decisions into practical, actionable steps really resonated with them. Appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!
We partnered with Ray at IRC Design, and they absolutely delivered above and beyond. From the initial concept phase to final execution, their team demonstrated deep industry expertise, exceptional responsiveness, and a rare ability to balance operational efficiency with a guest-centric experience.
