Texas, Tennessee lawsuits trigger cancellation of restaurant revitalization money

June 25, 2021

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund, established to help commercial foodservice businesses recover financial losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic, has been…

Can Buona hit a home run in Colorado?

June 24, 2021

Chicago-based Buona is opening its first location outside of Illinois in July inside a Denver, Colorado-based food hall but will also serve its Italian beef at…

Wing Zone, Capriotti's ink deals to extend US footprints

June 24, 2021

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone are continuing their U.S. nationwide expansion with a second quarter of growth, which was on trend with Q1's…

QSRs beating casual dining brands at loyalty game

June 24, 2021

Nearly half (47%) of restaurant customers use at least one loyalty program, according to "Delivering on Restaurant Rewards," a report co-authored by Paytronix…

IniBurger adds mushroom burger to menu

June 24, 2021

San Francisco-based IniBurger has added the Mushroom Swiss Burger as a permanent menu item. Since its inception nearly a year ago, the 2-unit halal burger…

Your POS Isn’t Just for Cashiers Anymore. It’s for Customers Too!

Gone are the days when point-of-sale systems were being used only at the cash register. Diners are already using them to access menus, order and pay at the…

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Jersey Mike's franchisee opening Dog Haus in New York

June 24, 2021

California-based Dog Haus is opening in Mohegan Lake, New York, thanks to an agreement with franchisees Andrew Hamerling and Dave Orth, according to a company…

Tocabe's virtual pantry promoting Native American cuisine, culture

June 24, 2021

In order to bring Native American ingredients and recipes to more people and to better support producers during the pandemic, Tocabe co-owners Matt Chandra and…

The Chicken Shack leans into self-service during digital overhaul

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

June 24, 2021

This restaurant chain was able to deploy self-order kiosks in a timely manner thanks to the seamless integration with existing software, positioning the…

23 Slim Chickens flying south to Tampa

June 23, 2021

Fayetteville, Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has signed a 23-unit agreement with Florida Slims, owned by Brian Lee, Charlie Blumberg, Jared Blair, Steven Etchen…

Soy Takes Center Stage on Plant-based Menus

Consumers are increasingly seeking out plant-based dishes on restaurant menus, and soy products are helping fill the bill.

The Habit Burger adds 2nd Tempe location

June 23, 2021

The Habit Burger Grill, owned by Yum Brands and based in California, is opening a second restaurant Wednesday in Tempe, Arizona, at 8905 S. Harl Ave.

Barberitos putting customers in the mood

June 23, 2021

Barberitos, which has over 50 locations, has rolled out several initiatives to thank guests for their business, including the "Burrito Love" campaign. Meant to…

Stoner's Pizza begins Mile High City expansion

June 23, 2021

Stoner's Pizza Joint is entering the Denver market in September when it opens on East Yale Avenue.

Former Tropical Smoothie leader named Krystal CMO

June 23, 2021

Krystal has named one of its own former marketing executives, who most recently led menu strategy for Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Alice Crowder, as its CMO…

Looking into Another Broken Egg's crystal ball

Chef Jason Knoll, VP of Culinary for Another Broken Egg Cafe, reveals how to craft a seasonal menu that will return higher profits and provide guests with…

Wing Zone adds operations, marketing execs

June 23, 2021

Wing Zone has added to its leadership team, tapping Derek Roback as VP of Operations and Dean Sasso as director of Marketing.

Qdoba customers getting sauced at flavor bar

June 22, 2021

Qdoba is launching a line of signature salsas, sauces and toppings that allows guests to dial up the flavor when creating their own burritos, bowls and other…

Costa Coffee taps design firm to support global expansion

June 22, 2021

Costa Coffee, a U.K- based coffee house chain that has a coffee vending machine known as Costa Express, has appointed Imagination, an experience design…