How Bonchon is conquering small-town America

On this episode of Fast Casual Nation host Cherryh Cansler chats wtih Bonchon CEO Suzie Tsai about how Korean fried chicken is taking over Middle America with…

proXES Inc. showcases universal mixers, offers supplies to the restaurant industry

proXES Inc. showcased its universal mixers at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago. proXES Inc. offers a wide variety of kitchen equipment and…

Presented by ProXES, Inc.

Starbucks testing AI-powered virtual assistants

June 11, 2025

Starbucks has introduced Green Dot Assist, a generative AI-powered virtual assistant designed to support the coffee giant's baristas in coffeehouses globally.

Demand for Mediterranean flavors driving Shawarma Press expansion

June 10, 2025

Shawarma Press is expanding its brick-and-mortar franchise locations and digital kitchen concepts across the U.S. as Mediterranean cuisine continues its rise…

White paper analyzes 1 vendor approach for restaurant openings

June 10, 2025

Opening a restaurant requires getting many elements in order, especially on the equipment side. This can create a lot of challenges for restaurants trying to…

Do you have the guts to grow your restaurant?

Bob Andersen, President of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, reveals frameworks to build leadership and management systems into a culture to scale big!

5 reasons to use a single equipment supplier for new restaurant openings

Opening a new restaurant can be a chaotic process, but using a single equipment supplier can offer much-needed stability.

Jeff's Bagel Run founder says training key to franchisee success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, chats with Jeff's Bagel Run founder Jeff Perera.

Presented by Jeff's Bagel Run

Axiomtek unveils updated kiosks, digital signage players

Axiomtek showcasesthe company’s latest modular kiosks and digital signage players.

Jinya Ramen Bar expanding footprint in Colorado

June 10, 2025

Ramen culture is expanding in Colorado with a Jinya Ramen Bar location set to open next week in Colorado Springs at 402 South Nevada Ave., marking the state's…

Bobby's Burgers names Patrick Cunningham CDO

June 10, 2025

Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay has appointed Patrick Cunningham as chief development officer, a hire aimed at accelerating the brand's national expansion…

How Big Chicken Is Using Guest Feedback to Fuel Franchise Growth

Big Chicken uses Ovation to identify system-wide issues and improve the guest experience across its growing franchise network. By catching trends like missing…

Presented by Ovation Up, Inc.

Paris Baguette promotes Nick Scaccio to CDO

June 9, 2025

Paris Baguette, a French-inspired bakery cafe franchise, has promoted Nick Scaccio to chief development officer. Scaccio, who previously served as the brand's…

Restaurants using AI tools from NCR Voyix for guest retention, operational efficiency

The company's Aloha Consumer Marketing Solution uses AI to help restaurants personalize outreach and track results, and Aloha Menu and Aloha Smart Manager will…

Presented by NCR Voyix

Chipotle debuting Adobo Ranch

June 9, 2025

Chipotle Mexican Grill is adding its first new dip in five years to menu. Adobo Ranch, featuring dobo pepper, sour cream and a blend of herbs and spices, is…

Snacking: The death of the daypart?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Snacking is driving morning sales for Juice It Up and late-night sales for Zaxby's.

Restaurant leaders using AI to replicate own voices for ordering

June 6, 2025

Palona AI has created Restaurant AI, an artificial intelligence sales assistant designed specifically for the pizza, fast casual and quick-service restaurant…

Esper's tech designed to streamline IT Ops for restaurants

At the National Restaurant Association Show, Cherryh Cansler interviews Esper's Keith Szot about the company's expansion into Linux-based device management.

Presented by Esper.io, Inc.

Smalls Sliders launches Strawberry Swirl Shake

June 6, 2025

Smalls Sliders' latest limited-time treat is the Strawberry Swirl Shake, and it's here for just the summer. The shake is available from now through Aug. 31…

Pinky Cole hires President for Slutty Vegan

June 6, 2025

Pinky Cole, founder and CEO of Atlanta-based Slutty Vegan, has named entrepreneur, investor and marketer Lauren Maillian as brand president.