Big Chicken makes Boston debut

July 9, 2024

Big Chicken made its Boston debut Tuesday in the city's Northshore Mall, under the direction of engineer Paul Bains and real estate entrepreneurs Ryan Corcoran…

Fatburger, Round Table Pizza to open co-branded units in Utah

July 9, 2024

FAT Brands Inc., parent company to Fatburger, Round Table Pizza and 16 other restaurant concepts has inked a development deal to bring Fatburger and Round…

Smart technology helping restaurants cut food costs, waste

by Lindsay Petrovic — Corporate Vice President, Product Management, NCR Voyix

To stay afloat amid rising prices of food and labor, restaurants must use inventory management systems, handhelds, loyalty programs, menu auditing, QR codes…

Hamra Enterprises opens Panera To Go

July 9, 2024

Panera To Go, a store enabled for digital convenience, is opening Thursday in Watertown, Massachusetts.

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Opens First-Ever Los Angeles Restaurant

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, a family of craveable restaurants with a cult-like following across Northern California that was recently named among the Fastest…

Can tech address food safety?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Tech is changing the game for food safety.

Honeygrow adds 7th New Jersey store

July 8, 2024

Honeygrow, a Philadelphia-based brand serving stir-fry, salads and honeybars, opened its seventh New Jersey location at the Glenwood Green Shopping Center in…

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…

Dave's Hot Chicken planting UK flag

July 8, 2024

Los Angeles-based Dave's Hot Chicken is opening 60 units in the United Kingdom and Ireland thanks to its agreement with Azzurri Group. The first will open in…

Why Thermal And Impact Printers Remain Essential In High-Tech Restaurant Operations

Thermal and Impact printers enhance restaurant operations by streamlining front- and back-of-house communications, automating tasks, and decreasing waste.

Wing Zone glides into Colorado

July 4, 2024

Wing Zone Hot Chicken & Wings has opened its first Colorado location this week in Colorado Springs at 3670 Austin Bluffs Pkwy.

How to be successful in the food truck business

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Patrick Bolanos of Trailer King Builders shares tips on how to get started as a food truck operator and expand.

Protein Bar lands 1st franchise

July 3, 2024

Protein Bar & Kitchen, which has 13 locations, has signed its first multi-unit franchise agreement, which will bring the brand to northwest Indiana through…

Original ChopShop CEO: Why 'Feel Good' goes beyond the menu

by Meredith Otte — Account Supervisor, Champion Management

CEO Jason Morgan details how he retains general managers and team members.

Dunn Bros adding to home state presence

July 2, 2024

Minnesota-based Dunn Brothers Coffee is elevating its presence in Minneapolis with a shop opening this fall at the Gaviidae Common shopping center on Nicollet…

5 secrets to attracting, retaining Gen Z employees

July 1, 2024

We all know Gen Z is a unique generation in the workforce. But a recent webinar shed light on how businesses can bridge the gap and achieve high retention…

Farmer Boys adds to home state lineup

July 1, 2024

Farmer Boys, a Southern California-based concept known for its burgers, is opening July 13 in Bakersfield, California, offering deals to customers. For $5.9…

Shipley Do-Nuts boasting 23% lower investment costs, higher AUVs

July 1, 2024

Shipley Do-Nuts released its latest franchise disclosure document last week, outlining 23% lower investment costs and higher average-unit volumes and EBITDA…

42% of Gen Z Prefer to Order Food Than Go Out on a Friday Night in New Research From Deliverect Unveiling Gen Z Dining Habits

Smalls Sliders to enter Colorado

June 28, 2024

Smalls Sliders has inked its latest deal, taking the brand into Colorado. This marks the 18th state for the slider brand, according to a press release.