BurgerFi's debuts SWAG in what may soon be the spicy burger war

March 9, 2021

After launching its Spicy Fi'ed Chicken Sandwich during the spicy chicken sandwich wars, BurgerFi is upping the ante and ready to do battle in another sandwich…

Dog Haus announces Glendora location

March 9, 2021

Dog Haus, a gourmet hot dog chain based in Pasedena, California, is opening a restaurant in Glendora, California on March 20. Located at 905 E. Arrow Hwy.…

20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2021

Although the pandemic has forced thousands of brands — old and new — to shutter, the newbies on our list of “20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch” are finding ways…

Olo launches IPO

March 8, 2021

Digital ordering and delivery program platform provider, Olo Inc., launched the initial public offering of its Class A common stock. Olo is offering 18 million…

Restaurant industry considered one of winners of American Rescue Plan en route to House

The American Rescue Plan is on its way to the U.S. House for expected passage before heading to the president's desk for signing into law and restaurants stand…

Jinya Holdings slated for major growth in 2021

March 8, 2021

After a year of restaurants trying to eek out a living, Burbank, California-based Jinya Holdings Inc. has proven that its brands are well positioned for growth…

Wayback Burgers posts record sales during pandemic

March 8, 2021

Wayback Burgers posted solid growth in 2020 despite a global pandemic and is achieving record-setting numbers for 2021, according to company release.

DoorDash, Chiney Ogwumike celebrate women-owned restaurants

March 8, 2021

DoorDash is partnering with Chiney Ogwumike, a WNBA all-star and television personality, to promote Made by Women, a digital in-app platform that champions…

From Shake Shack to Chipotle: 24 female execs on leading in 2021

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

In celebration of International Women's Day, FastCasual interviewed 24 female leaders on how they make their voices heard in an industry led predominantly by…

FastCasual collecting operator insight for 2021 Dining Survey

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

March 5, 2021

FastCasual.com has teamed up with Dosh to find out how restaurants are faring in 2021 vs. 2020, and we want to hear from as many readers as possible. The poll…

QSR Automations founder, CEO passes away unexpectedly

March 5, 2021

Lee Leet, the CEO and founder of QSR Automations founder and U.S. Air Force veteran, died unexpectedly on March 4 at the age of 53, according to an…

Online Grocery Soars as Customer Satisfaction Falls

The growth of online food ordering is nothing short of staggering. In March 2020, consumers shifted the ways they shopped overnight - and there has been no…

Mountain Mike's opens in Highland, California

March 5, 2021

Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened its first Highland store in San Bernadino County in California. Owned by 16-unit franchisee and area developer Robby Basati…

Main Squeeze Juice Co. opening in Missouri

March 5, 2021

Main Squeeze Juice Co. is opening four locations in St. Louis, Missouri, this year as part of its national expansion efforts, according to a press release.

Piada providing Texas employees with hazard pay

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

March 5, 2021

Piada Italian Street Food is providing much-needed relief to Texas employees, who suffered lost wages when stores closed last month during the snow storm…

Black and Mobile: A delivery service for Black-owned restaurants

by Pat Shea — Editor, NetworldMedia

David Cabello launched Black and Mobile, an exclusive delivery service for Black-owned restaurants. Through his efforts, he highlights the underrepresented in…

Chipotle, E.l.f. Cosmetics launch makeup collection

March 4, 2021

Thanks to a partnership between E.l.f. Cosmetics and Chipotle, burrito fans can get their hands on Chipotle-inspired makeup palettes, which include eye shadow…

WaBa Grill announces several internal promotions

March 4, 2021

WaBa Grill, which specializes in healthy rice bowls, has promoted several executives, including Andrew Kim, who is now president and CEO, according to a…

Freddy's sold to Thompson Street Capital Partners

March 4, 2021

Thompson Street Capital Partners, a private equity firm in St. Louis, has acquired Kansas-based Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Terms of the…

Thanx’s launches system to give restaurants more content control

Thanx, a guest engagement and retention platform company, has launched a content management system to give restaurants and retailers the control and…