Craveworthy CEO denies wrongdoing in franchise lawsuit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

August 19, 2025

A franchise development company has filed a lawsuit against Craveworthy Brands and Dirty Dough, alleging breach of contract.

Gregorys Coffee partnering with Craveworthy Brands

August 8, 2025

Craveworthy Brands, a multi-restaurant platform company, along with Branded Hospitality, Kitchen Fund and Harborfield Management Co., has become a managing…

Opus launches platform to convert customer feedback into training

July 22, 2025

Opus Training, a training operations platform for multi-unit brands, has launched a product that automatically converts customer feedback into targeted…

Craveworthy Brands rolling out Vistify's digital menu technology

July 18, 2025

Craveworthy Brands, a multi-brand restaurant platform, is investing in and will implement Vistify Inc.'s digital menu technology across its national portfolio.

Top 35 Marketers to be honored at Restaurant Marketing Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

After a rigorous nomination process and enthusiastic social media voting, 35 leaders were selected for their exceptional contributions to brand growth, digital…

Craveworthy Brands, Jon Taffer partner to expand Taffer's Tavern

May 19, 2025

Craveworthy Brands, a multi-restaurant platform company, and Taffer's Tavern, a full-service pub franchise founded by "Bar Rescue" host Jon Taffer, are…

Ovation, Craveworthy Brands discuss guest feedback, cashing in on guest recovery

April 4, 2025

Ten lost customers. That's nearly $30,000 walking out the door, according to Zack Oates, founder of guest feedback program Ovation.

How to master the art of guest recovery

March 19, 2025

Every dropped plate, every lukewarm dish, every forgotten reservation — it stings. You pour your heart into your restaurant, and when things go wrong, it feels…

Craveworthy acquires 2nd dessert concept

March 17, 2025

Two weeks after announcing that it acquired Big Chicken, Craveworthy Brands has purchased Kinnamōns, a cinnamon roll concept, based in Oregon and founded by…

Big Chicken joins Craveworthy Brands

March 4, 2025

Craveworthy Brands will become a managing partner, investor and stakeholder of Big Chicken, founded by Hall of Fame basketball player, Shaquille O'Neal…

Lucky Cat's poke added to Genghis Grill menus

February 19, 2025

Lucky Cat Poke Co., a virtual brand created in 2023 by Craveworthy Brands, is introducing in-store dining at nearly 20 Genghis Grill restaurants from Columbus…

Wing It On expanding Illinois footprint

January 28, 2025

Wing It On, a wing concept from Craveworthy Brands, is expanding in Illinois with two franchise agreements. The locations will open in Springfield and Carol…

Craveworthy expanding in 2025

January 23, 2025

Craveworthy Brands saw significant growth in 2024, expanding to 15 brands and nearly 200 locations, and planning for another year of expansion.

Craveworthy acquires Fresh Brothers Pizza

November 18, 2024

Craveworthy Brands has acquired Fresh Brothers Pizza, a California-based pizza brand with over 20 locations.

How restaurants can stay ahead of the tech curve

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Brand leaders discussed the utilization of tech in their restaurants at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver.

Craveworthy partners with New Summit Capital Advisors

November 12, 2024

Craveworthy and international merchant bank New Summit Capital Advisors have formed Global Taste Brands to introduce and franchise international QSR and fast…

Craveworthy debuting co-branded Wing It On, Sigri Indian BBQ

October 7, 2024

Restaurant platform company Craveworthy Brands is opening a co-branded Wing it On and Sigri Indian BBQ location in Newark, New Jersey, at 155 University Ave.

The Budlong Southern Chicken serving Pumpkin Spice Chicken 'n' Waffles

October 3, 2024

Hot chicken concept The Budlong Southern Chicken, owned by Craveworthy Brands, is adding Pumpkin Spice Chicken 'n' Waffles, thanks to a partnership with…

Craveworthy launching hot dog concept

July 17, 2024

Craveworthy Brands is launching Nomad Dawgs, a fast casual concept serving varieties of hot dogs developed by Craveworthy's Creator Chef Robert Kabakoff and VP…

Craveworthy Brands opening food hall

July 8, 2024

Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of several brands including Wing It On, The Budlong, Krafted Burger + Tap, Genghis Grill, BD's Mongolian Grill, Flat Top…