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PowerSoul Cafe launching flagship in Las Vegas
November 3, 2021
PowerSoul Cafe, a gluten-free fast food restaurant chain, will open its flagship store next summer in Las Vegas at West Warm Springs and Cimarron Road at…
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Lemonade juices up look
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Restaurant brands are shifting strategies as a result of the pandemic, and Lemonade, a California-based fast casual brand known for its seasonal food and…
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Jersey Mike's secures naming rights to Rutgers Athletics
November 3, 2021
Jersey Mike's Subs has secured the official naming rights to Rutgers Athletics in New Jersey. Home men's and women's basketball, wrestling, gymnastics and…
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Wingstop misses Q3 expectations
November 3, 2021
Although Wingstop Inc. reported Wednesday that systemwide sales were up 16.7% for the fiscal third quarter ending Sept. 25, the chicken wing chain's earnings…
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East Coast Wings + Grill doubles down on fast casual model
November 3, 2021
After testing a smaller store design in multiple locations, East Coast Wings + Grill, a casual dining chain based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is…
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Shake Shack taps FreedomPay for touchless payments
November 3, 2021
Shake Shack customers in 200 U.S. locations have access to touchless payment options thanks to the chain implementing Next Level Commerce by FreedomPay.
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Smashburger, Teriyaki Madness leaders talk AI, customer engagement strategies
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Leaders from Zunzi’s, Smashburger and Teriyaki Madness shared insight and best practices when it comes to building customer-focused marketing campaigns during…
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Former Sizzling Platter CEO becomes Slim Chickens franchisee
November 3, 2021
Slim Chickens will bring multiple locations to cities throughout Idaho and Oregon under an agreement with Ted Morton, a multi-unit restaurant operator, who…
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Raising Cane's debuting unique design for Florida flagship
Raising Cane's gives a sneak peek of its flagship location coming to South Beach.
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Olo partners with Uber to support alcohol delivery
November 2, 2021
Uber has integrated its Uber Direct technology into Dispatch, a delivery fulfillment solution powered by Olo, an on-demand commerce platform powering the…
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Aloha Poke expanding into Atlanta
November 2, 2021
Chicago-based Aloha Poke Co. will enter the Atlanta market via franchisee Randy Elias, who owns several Moe's Southwest Grills in Acworth and Cartersville.
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Miso Robotics launches Flippy 2 for QSRs
November 2, 2021
Miso Robotics, a provider of intelligent automation, has introduced its newest model of Flippy, its flagship product, aptly named Flippy 2, according to a…
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Cousins Subs buys 6 units from franchisee
November 2, 2021
Six Cousins Subs in Brookfield, New Berlin, Pewaukee and Waukesha, Wisconsin, are now company-owned thanks to franchise partners Jim and Leah Valentine selling…
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Curry Up Now finally opening after pandemic-related delays
November 2, 2021
Curry Up Now is opening in San Ramon, California, at 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road in City Center Bishop Ranch. The restaurant also features the chain's fourth…
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Rush Bowls inks Denver deal
November 2, 2021
Rush Bowls is continuing its national expansion with a three-unit deal for the Denver area within the next four years. Owned by husband-and-wife duo Ian and…
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FAT Brands acquiring Fazoli's for $130M
November 2, 2021
Lol Angeles-based FAT Brands Inc. has agreed to acquire Fazoli's for $130 million from Sentinel Capital Partners. The transaction is expected to close by…
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Hero Brands promotes German Doner Kebab exec to grow all brands
November 2, 2021
London-based Hero Brands has promoted Jon Cullen from Group Franchise Recruitment & Development director at German Doner Kebab to chief development and…
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Muscle Maker Grill signs 40-unit deal for Saudi Arabia
November 1, 2021
Muscle Maker Inc, the parent company of Muscle Maker Grill, Pokemoto and SuperFit Foods, has inked an agreement to open 40 units in the Kingdom of Saudi…
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Pie Five Pizza opens in Danville, Virginia
November 1, 2021
Pie Five Pizza has opened in Danville, Virginia. The =unit is located at 114 Sandy Court and is locally owned and operated by local entrepreneur Paresh Suthar…
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Why Hopdoddy is embracing boomerangers to solve labor shortages
Kelly McCutcheon, VP of People for Hopdoddy Burger Bar,
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