Stop being reactive: How restaurants can double catering sales
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
CaterZen founder and former restaurant operator Michael Attias will share strategies for finding new catering customers, winning back former buyers and growing sales with existing accounts at the Restaurant Catering Workshop.
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Restaurant resales fall in 2026; turnkey, franchise deals surge
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
High interest rates and construction costs are reshaping the restaurant resale market, driving buyers toward equipped second-generation spaces and proven franchise brands, according to a new report from We Sell Restaurants.
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Birdcall opens 1st franchise restaurant in Mississippi
Colorado-based chicken brand Birdcall has opened its first franchise-operated restaurant in Starkville, Mississippi, as the company prepares for additional…
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AI and the Future of Restaurants: From Foot Traffic to Predictive Insight
As consumer behavior and privacy expectations evolve, restaurants need smarter ways to understand diners and drive growth. Gladys Kong of Azira and Isabelle Soriano of Goodway Group explored how AI and location intelligence can inform site selection, media strategy, audience engagement, and faster, more informed decisions.
From the boardroom to the prep line: How Stonefire Grill's CEO is fueling legacy growth
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Stonefire Grill CEO David Youngberg joins the Restaurant Operator Podcast to share how his hands-on leadership, people-first culture and strategic use of guest feedback are driving sustainable growth for the fast-casual brand.
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Accuracy is the New Loyalty
Order accuracy directly impacts restaurant profitability, customer trust and repeat business. In this webinar, Star Micronics explores where costly errors happen and how smarter labeling can improve item identification, modifiers, handoff, catering, food safety and traceability while working alongside POS and KDS platforms.
2026 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers
Welcome to the 2026 edition of the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Each year, this report serves as a pulse check for the industry, celebrating the brands and leaders who aren’t just keeping pace with the market—they are redefining it.
