Rush Bowls opens 2nd Denver location

February 24, 2023

Rush Bowls, a Colorado-based fast casual concept known for its meals-in-a-bowl, is opening Saturday in Denver, marking the city's second location and sixth in…

Ellianos Coffee opening in Alabama

February 24, 2023

Ellianos Coffee, a southeastern-based drive-thru specialty coffee franchise, is expanding in Alabama, opening in Pike Road thanks to a deal with franchisee…

Checkout-free market brings convenience, incremental sales to Dave & Buster’s

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Dave & Buster's in Hollywood, Florida, teamed with The Coca-Cola Co., and Zippin to deploy a store-within a-store concept to allow guests to buy food and…

A Futuristic Food Brand Finds a Futuristic Tech Partner in Qu

Cupbop’s unique spin on Korean BBQ and futuristic brand plans leads to Shark Tank win and tech partnership with Qu.

Bonchon same-stores sales up 5%

February 23, 2023

South Korea-based Bonchon, which serves double-fried Korean chicken, posted positive numbers for 2022, including a 5% increase in same-store sales — a strong…

Daddy's Chicken signs 10-unit deal for Colorado

February 23, 2023

Daddy's Chicken Shack has signed its third regional development agreement in Colorado, adding 10 locations to the Denver area, thanks to a parntership with…

So, you wanna be a franchisee?

by Marla Topliff — Strategic Franchise Consultant, Kathleen Wood Partners

Franchise expert Marla Topliff advises franchise candidates to ask the "right" questions before jumping into any "great" deal.

Ike's opens 5th Austin-area store

February 22, 2023

Ike's Love & Sandwiches opened this week in Austin at 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd., and is celebrating with an official grand opening featuring freebies and…

Insomnia Cookies planning global expansion

February 22, 2023

Insomnia Cookies is expanding its footprint outside of the U.S. for the first time, with stores opening this summer in Canada and the U.K. The late-night…

Shake Shack getting a little fancy?

February 22, 2023

Although the phrase 'fine-dining' may not jump to mind when thinking of Shake Shack, the fast casual burger joint is trying to change that with the launch of…

Chowly launches Restaurant Control Center

February 22, 2023

Chowly, a restaurant technology company that integrates third-party delivery marketplaces with point-of-sale systems, has launch a Restaurant Control Center…

The Habit Burger Grill announces trio of openings

February 22, 2023

The Habit Burger Grill, a California-based restaurant company, is opening three locations March 1, including its 19th Arizona store at 4902 West Baseline in…

Starbucks adding extra-virgin olive oil to coffee

February 22, 2023

Inspired by interim CEO Howard Schultz's trip to Milan, Starbucks has unveiled a line of coffee beverages — Oleato — infused with a spoonful of Partanna…

Panera Bread offering annual unlimited Sip Club membership

February 22, 2023

Panera Bread is offering an annual unlimited Sip Club membership for $119.99 per year, which offers a year's worth of unlimited beverages for the price of 1…

Perceptions, and Preferences Around Online Reviews; Highlights Opportunities for Brands

Customers see online reviews as a two-way dialogue and want brands to participate; technology like ChatGPT and the Metaverse offer opportunities for innovation

Former Perfect Pitch contestant lands $2.5M investment to fuel growth

February 21, 2023

Seattle-based Dué Cucina, a fast casual Italian brand that competed in the 2019 Perfect Pitch at the Fast Casual Executive Summit, has landed a $2.5 million…

Salata continues Dallas-area growth

February 21, 2023

Houston-based Salata, a built-to-order salad kitchen, is adding to its Dallas-area portfolio Friday when it opens a 3,300-square-foot location in West Plano at…

BurgerFi launches BBQ Rodeo Burger

February 21, 2023

Florida-based BurgerFi has launched its first LTO of 2023, the BBQ Rodeo Burger, available now through April 17. It features all-natural angus beef seared with…

Last call: FastCasual's Excellence in Food Safety nominations closing soon

February 21, 2023

Entries will be accepted until midnight ET on Feb. 28, 2023.

Famous Toastery president: '3 ways to reduce opening costs'

Mike Sebazco, president of Famous Toastery, outlines how strong vendor partnerships, a smart build-out model and purposeful incentives can cut costs for owners.