Hawaiian Bros signs 5th multiunit development agreement

December 1, 2023

Hawaiian Bros has signed its fifth multi-unit development agreement since launching its franchising program last year.

It’s That Time Of Year: Is Your Retail POS Technology Ready For Holiday Pop-Up Shops?

If you’re selling products at a holiday pop-up shop or market this year, the right retail POS technology can make all the difference.

Mo' Bettahs doubles down on Las Vegas

November 30, 2023

Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food is opening it second Las Vegas location Saturday at 4390 West Cactus Ave., near the South Point Hotel Casino and Spa and…

Dickey's franchisee adding 30 stores to Canadian footprint

November 30, 2023

Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit is expanding its Canadian development with a 30-unit deal with franchisee Muhammad Faisal, who operates several locations in…

How Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill paved way for Middle Eastern cuisine in fast casual industry

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, QSRweb Editor Mandy Detwiler talks with Greg Willman, chairman and CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill…

Qdoba refinancing debt, growing to 1,500 units

November 29, 2023

A year after being purchased by Los Angeles-based private equity firm Butterfly, Qdoba has closed its inaugural $305 million whole business securitization…

4 ways AI can rescue restaurant operations

by Raju Malhotra — Chief Product and Technology Officer, PAR Technology

From supply chain disruptions and economic challenges to labor shortages and improving customer experience, AI is rescuing restaurant operations.

Rush Bowls opens 50th location

November 29, 2023

Rush Bowls, a Colorado-based fast casual concept known for its meals-in-a-bowl, has opened its 50th store. Customers may now order Rush Bowls in 22 states…

Chipotle drives holiday gifting with car napkin holders, mystery shirts

November 29, 2023

Chipotle Mexican Grill has designed a line of merchandise for holiday gifting, which includes Car Napkin Holders and Mystery Tees available for purchase…

Savory promotes 2 leaders to president, VP of finance

November 28, 2023

Savory, a private equity firm based in Utah, has promoted Tyler Nelson to president and Richie Stevens to VP of Finance for Savory Fund.

DSA Signage Proudly Unveils New Facility

DSA, an innovator in the signage industry, recently announced the remodeling of its state-of-the-art facility in Rancho Dominguez, CA, reflecting their…

Ziggi's Coffee signs 50-unit deal

November 27, 2023

Colorado-based Ziggi's Coffee is entering the Atlanta market via a 50-unit deal.

Jersey Mike's raises $4M for Feeding America

November 27, 2023

Jersey Mike's Subs and its customers raised $4 million in November for Feeding America, a U.S.-based hunger relief organization.

Mountain Mike’s Proudly Enters Eighth State With Colorado Opening in Parker

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Approaches 300 Restaurants in Operation and Continues Strategic National Expansion

3 small fast casual brands proving catering technology is affordable

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

CEOs of Thai Chili2go, Dillas Quesadillas and Eatzi's Market & Bakery reveal how affordable catering technologies are helping to grow their businesses.

3 Key Advantages Of Online Food Ordering For Today’s Customers

Discover three advantages of online food ordering for customers and what POS hardware and technology are needed to make it happen.

Embracing AI without killing the restaurant budget

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Leaders from Five Guys, BurgerFi, Papa Johns and Primanti Bros. shared how their brands are embracing AI without breaking the bank in a Fast Casual Executive…

KC Chipotle renames store in honor of Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift

November 20, 2023

A Chipotle in Kansas City is renaming itself "Chipolte" in honor of Travis Kelce, a two-time Super Bowl-winning tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and new…

Webinar to explore multi-unit franchising

November 20, 2023

The upcoming webinar, "Mastering Multi-Unit Franchise Success: Insights from a Seasoned Operator," scheduled for Dec. 5, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST, promises to be a…

Dave's Hot Chicken opens 7 stores in 1 week

November 20, 2023

Los Angels-based Dave's Hot Chicken notched a brand milestone through the opening of seven restaurants in one week in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin; Saugus, Maryland…