SBA runs out of COVID-19 relief money; lawmakers fight over refunding

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Two Small Business Administration programs designed to help businesses weather the pandemic — the Paycheck Protection Program and the Economic Injury Disaster…

Infographic: Global customers trust restaurants despite pandemic

After polling about 1,800 potential restaurant customers in five countries hit hard by the pandemic and at various stages of economic return, Revenue…

Pork shortage in offing after major US processor closes due to COVID-19 cases

The closure of one of the nation's largest pork processing plant after approximately 300 positive COVID-19 cases among workers could soon have a powerful…

Rubio's, Cowboy Chicken, Boston Market have Easter dinner covered

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Many Americans typically spend Easter Sunday at large family gatherings, which isn't possible this year with COVID-19 still running its course. Several fast…

Chef Chatter: Shuckin' Shack COO reveals science behind menu innovation

Shuckin’ Shack COO and Chef Bill Bartlett discusses what makes the seafood concept stand out in the crowded segment.

SoBol CEO, franchisee not giving up during COVID-19

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Sobol Co-founder Jason Mazzarone is doing everything he can to help his 6-year-old business survive.

How the CARES Act can help large restaurant brands

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, signed into law at the end of March, provides new loan programs that vary depending on a company’s…

COVID-19 will forever change the foodservice industry

by Bruce Reinstein — President, consolidated concepts

Experts predict how the coronavirus will affect the foodservice industry through three lenses: consumers, operators and manufacturers.

7 ways the CARES Act could hurt restaurants

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The National Restaurant Association this week sent letters to leaders at the U.S. Treasury and Small Business Administration asking for clarification — and in…

Schlotzsky's CEO: Restaurants must 'lean in hard on business partners'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Schlotzsky's CEO Beto Guajardo is helping franchisees in four main areas: communications, financial support, operations and promotions.

How your restaurant can tap into the SBA funding

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The Small Business Administration has various loans for companies in need of financial help to survive the coronavirus epidemic. Experts shed some light on the…

8 franchisors waiving royalty fees

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger, Barberitos, Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Firehouse Subs, Gyroville, Muscle Maker Grill, Qdoba and Schlotzsky's are cutting…

Wow Bao wants to be your next revenue stream

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Chicago-based chain is giving restaurant brands all over the U.S. access to another revenue stream by allowing them to serve a limited menu of its Bao…

Boloco CEO: 'It was a miraculous day'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

COVID-19 is taking its toll on businesses across the U.S., and Boloco CEO John Pepper wasn't going down without a fight.

Is the government's boost enough to save the restaurant industry?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Leaders of Firehouse Subs, Boloco and the National Restaurant Association weigh in on if the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act goes far enough…

Boloco CEO: 'Survival is in question'

Boloco CEO John Pepper calls on customers to help him stay open.

How Cousins Subs is delaying layoffs as long as possible

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Like many restaurant concepts trying to survive COVID-19, sales are down at Cousins Subs, a Wisconsin-based chain with more than 100 locations. CEO Christine…

Balance Grille, Mooyah helping industry navigate COVID-19 crisis

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

As the restaurant industry adjusts to the crisis that is COVID-19, leaders of two fast casual brands, Balance Grill and Mooyah, are doing their best to make…

Restaurants offering creative promos to drive traffic during social distancing

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Whether its slashing delivery fees, offering funny promotions or expanding services to include grocery delivery, fast casual brands are finding ways to survive…

Smashburger, AMC Theatres execs among leaders weighing in on COVID-19, shrinking kitchens

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Leaders from AMC Theaters, Wing Zone, Smashburger, Four Foods Group and Middleby discuss how they are changing their kitchen designs to stay profitable, while…