FAT Brands chairman denies involvement in 'sham loan scheme'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

May 13, 2024

Andrew Wiederhorn, the former CEO of FAT Brands, which owns Fatburger and Johnny Rockets, is denying federal charges alleging that he was involved in a…

6 must-haves for your restaurant's loyalty program

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Noodles and Co, Mooyah, Clutch Coffee and Hyve execs discuss why successful loyalty platforms feature 1. Ease of use. 2. Engaging offers and new…

Shake Shack beats Q1 profit expectations

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

May 2, 2024

Shake Shack said Thursday that it beat first-quarter profit expectations, nudging shares up 1.6%, despite revenue coming up short of the $291 million predicted…

FastCasual producing restaurant catering workshop with Erle Dardick’s OPGA

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The Restaurant Catering Workshop will provide a blueprint for restaurant operators focused on catapulting catering sales.

Newk's developing cost-efficient prototype, elevating menu

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Since being acquired last year by FSC Franchise Co., the parent company of Beef 'O' Brady's and The Brass Tap, Newk's Eater is developing a more cost-effective…

Nekter co-founder reveals growth strategies, leadership tips

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Alexis Parra, co-founder and chief visionary officer of Nekter Juice Bar, discusses how the industry has changed over the past decade and her vision for the…

Customers still confusing 'dynamic pricing' with 'surge pricing'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

About 64% of diners said they had a negative reaction to restaurants using surge and/or dynamic pricing. Additionally, 81% of diners said they would either…

Chipotle, Dog Haus among fast casuals giving freebies on National Burrito Day

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

National Burrito Day is April 4. Here's what some fast casuals are offering up for the annual celebration.

Dynamic pricing: Teaching restaurant customers to embrace it

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Fast casual executives discuss the future of dynamic pricing and how to gain customer buy-in.

International Women's Day: 12 fast casual leaders reveal tech, leadership strategies

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Twelve of the industry's female leaders discuss everything from AI and robotics to kiosks, mobile payments, menu trends and flexible shop formats. Hear from…

Former Sweetgreen CMO building a fast casual 'Wonder'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Daniel Shlossman reveals the strategy behind Wonder, a digital-forward food hall concept created by former Walmart eCommerce CEO and Jet.com founder Marc Lore.

How Smoothie King upgraded its CX platform

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Smoothie King tapped the digital agency, Bounteous, to create a customer experience platform with next-generation web ordering and mobile apps, including a…

Chopt betting on 'digital-only' model

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Chopt, a nearly 90-unit chain based in New York is adding a third "digital-forward restaurant" featuring self-order kiosks from Bite.

These 10 fast-food items pack the most calories

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

After reviewing 47 of the most popular fast food restaurants in the U.S., pricelisto.com reveals the menu items that pack the most calories.

Why AI is 2024's top restaurant tech trend

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

14 fast casual restaurant execs reveal how they are testing artificial intelligence or robotics.

Applebee's, Mooyah, The Great Greek analyzing CX data to increase comp sales

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Executives from Applebee's, Mooyah and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill reveal how their teams use customer data to increase traffic.

Fast casual Thai concept gearing up for franchising

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

GAI NYC specializes in Khao Mun Gai, a chicken rice dish popular in Southeast Asia.

Instacart hosting 'Curtailing Kitchen Chaos' at Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Register here by Feb. 23 for the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit to receive the early bird discount.

10 robots rescuing restaurant workers

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Meet 10 of the robots that Fast casual brands are using to improve the guest experience and provide better service.

How Grégoire plans to franchise via hub-to-store model

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Gregiore chef and founder Gregoire Jacquet answers questions about his strategy.