Shane's Rib Shack honors local heros

June 18, 2018

Shane's Rib Shack, based in Georgia with 73 units, is honoring its local firefighters, paramedics and EMTs with free meals from June 24 through July 1…

Blaze Pizza to open 11th New York location

June 18, 2018

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza is opening its 11th New York location June 21 at 11 Clifton Country Road, New York,  according to a company press release,

Pei Wei launches small plates

June 15, 2018

Pei Wei is debuting a dessert and two small plates that pair with its house-made entrees, according to a company press release. They include:

Hank and Harry's Delicatessen CEO explains how his mobile app wins with millennials

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Buzzy Sklar, CEO and co-founder of Hank and Harry's Delicatessen, talks about winning over the millennial market.

FAT Brands completes $8M in series A preferred stock financing

June 14, 2018

FAT Brands, a global restaurant franchising company that owns Fatburger, Buffalo's Cafe, Buffalo's Express and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, has…

Pita Pit revamps loyalty, delivery platform

June 14, 2018

Pita Pit has partnered with LevelUp and Olo to introduce a revamped guest loyalty program, third-party delivery and a redesigned app for order ahead, according…

Why augmented reality is becoming more accessible to restaurant brands

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Though AR is still in its infancy, a pair of presenters at Infocomm said that it offers a new way to excite consumers and is more economical than creating…

Fazoli's grows presence in Arkansas

June 14, 2018

Fazoli's is opening its newest franchised location June 26 in Paragould, Arkansas, marking the brand's second restaurant in the state. The restaurant, located…

Meatless: It's not just for vegans anymore

June 14, 2018

NPD Group said data shows a clearly higher demand for plant-based proteins today, evidenced by 19 percent growth in cases of such proteins shipped from…

Canadian vegan concept going global

June 14, 2018

Copper Branch, a Canada-based vegan eatery, is going global. The chain, which opened in 2014, in Montreal, has 17 units in Quebec and Ontario but is expanding…

Potbelly strengthens turnaround strategy with VP, CMO

June 14, 2018

Potbelly Cooperation has appointed Brandon Rhoten as VP and CMO, according to a company press release. 

Teriyaki Madness sees growth in second quarter

June 14, 2018

Teriyaki Madness, an Asian fast casual concept that ranked 37th in Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers, has charted rapid growth this year through…

Which Wich shows support for veterans

June 14, 2018

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches is using its annual Flag Your Bag campaign until July 4 to show its support for active and retired men and women of the armed…

The Lost Cajun to expand North Carolina footprint

June 14, 2018

After its success with its first North Carolina franchising agreement, The Lost Cajun signed an agreement to develop six additional restaurants in western…

Orange Leaf cools down summer with smoothies, shakes

June 13, 2018

Orange Leaf, a self-serve frozen yogurt brand based in Oklahoma, is adding smoothies and shakes to its menu for the summer, according to a company press…

Smoothie King launches prenatal smoothie

June 13, 2018

Smoothie King has partnered with Premama, a prenatal vitamin brand, to create prenatal smoothies for soon-to-be moms, according to a company press release. 

Pei Wei showcases redesigned restaurant

June 13, 2018

Pei Wei will introduce its first remodeled restaurant Thursday, at its flagship location in Las Colinas, Texas, according to a press release. 

Jersey Mike's becomes esports sponsor

June 13, 2018

Jersey Mike's Subs is partnering with League of Legends Esports as a sponsor of the 2018 Summer Split of  North American League of Legends Championship Series.

Blaze opens Northern California store

June 13, 2018

Blaze Fast Fire'd Pizza is opening a location Thursday in Vacaville, a news release said. The 2,300-square-foot open kitchen restaurant seats 58 in the…

Your Pie franchisee offers 5 ways a great team experience leads to a great guest experience

Your Pie franchise owner, Bob Rosato, talks about the five things needed to make a cohesive staff to maximize positive guest experiences.