Off-premise blitz: Turning pandemic survival tactics into long-term growth engines
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Industry leaders at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit highlighted how the shift from convenience to a permanent off-premise model requires a blend of sophisticated technology, specialized catering strategies and operational precision to maintain brand consistency and a frictionless guest experience.
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Cava named No. 1 Brand of 2026 at Fast Casual Top 100 Gala
Cava secured the top honors following a year of monumental growth, including a 22.5% revenue increase and reaching $1.1 billion in annual sales.
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The 'dirt' on dirt: 4 restaurant real estate trends revealed at ICSC
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
Interviews at the International Council of Shopping Centers conference revealed top trends in real estate. Success in the restaurant industry isn't just about what's on the menu anymore; it's about navigating a historically brutal real estate market.
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Blaze Pizza partners with Folds of Honor for Memorial Day fundraiser
Blaze Pizza will donate $1 from every 11-inch pizza sold at participating U.S. locations on May 25 to support military and first responder families, according…
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The success formula that took Everbowl from 1 to 400 locations
I sat down with Jeff Fenster, who built five eight- to nine-figure companies, exited three, and grew Everbowl to more than 100 open locations with almost 400 units sold across the country.
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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.
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.
