Which Wich CEO: 'Old is gold'

Which Wich CEO Jeff Sinelli believes in technology but not at the expense of human interaction.

Caliburger founder to discuss how $3.1M investment will fuel robotics in the kitchen

The substantial investment is the combined effort of Acacia Research Corporation, Match Robotics VC, and a number of undisclosed strategic investors.

Finding the sweet spot: What pricing strategy to use for distribution channels

With the ever-increasing popularity of eating outside the restaurant via delivery or takeout tied to technology that makes adjusting menu prices simple…

The Halal Guys adds 1st Austin unit

July 6, 2017

The Halal Guys is opening its first Austin location next Saturday, July 15 with a food raffle, DJ and free food for the first hundred guests, a news release…

Saudi Arabia-born burger brand takes design cues from US fast casuals

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Burger Eight, which opened last year in the capital of Saudi Arabia, has incorporated design strategies used by American brands, but has kept its local flavor.

Investing in technology? Restaurants share hits and misses

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Companies need to do their research, and management has to be supportive for technology initiatives to succeed.

Red Mango Yogurt Café 'vegan-izes' froyo into 'fro-no'

July 5, 2017

Red Mango is likely being praised widely by non-animal-product-using vegans today, now that it's released its dairy-free "fro-no." The all-natural creamy…

Kisses from Italy plans expansion

July 5, 2017

Kisses from Italy, a 24/7 restaurant that classifies itself as fast casual, said today it's not only completed its first franchised location, but is launching…

Slapfish to launch in Albuquerque

July 5, 2017

Slapfish has started construction at its newest location at Holly Center in Albuquerque, with a target opening date of late September, according to a company…

Arby's franchisee weighs in on brand's 'tech tolerance'

COO Bo Davis discusses how he uses technology to keep employees engaged.

Pokeatery signs 1st franchise deal

July 5, 2017

Pokeatery has signed its first franchising deal. The deal is for three units to open in Northern California with the location to open in Quarter 4 of 2017…

Taziki's, Little Caesars execs advise how to get employees on board with technology

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Automatic Merchandiser

Restaurants and retailers implementing interactive ordering options for customers need the full support of their employees for the solutions to be successful.

Newk's Eatery adds 2 locations

July 5, 2017

Newk's Eatery opened its fifth Jacksonville restaurant and its first Frisco, Texas, restaurant, continuing the brand's commitment to expansion, according to a…

Survey: Mustard still top hot dog topping

July 5, 2017

JJ's Red Hots celebrated July 4th for the fifth year by releasing its Top 10 list of most-loved hot dog toppings, according to a press release.

Utah gets Mod

July 5, 2017

Mod Pizza is debuting in Utah, then coming on strong with a total of five openings there by year's end, a news release said. 

Former Captain D's exec joins Lennys Grill and Subs to oversee franchising

June 29, 2017

Lennys Grill and Subs has hired industry veteran Jennifer Benjamin as VP of Franchise and Market Development, according to a press release. She will oversee…

Restaurant industry's Q1 end in 'some wins, some losses'

by Dustin Minton — National Restaurant Practice Co-Leader, BDO USA, LLP

Chipotle and Panera saw increases, while sales dropped at Pie Five, Pollo Tropical, Qdoba and Shake Shack.

TouchBistro extends Square integration to the UK

June 29, 2017

TouchBistro announced that it has extended its integration with Square to restaurants in the U.K., according to a press release.

Florida’s Potatopia deters underage drinking with Intellicheck’s Age ID

June 29, 2017

Potatopia's Broward County, Florida restaurant is using Intellicheck's Age ID to prevent the sale of alcoholic beverages to underage customers, according to a…

The Halal Guys loyalty story to headline July 13 webinar

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The Halal Guys have had enormous success with their well-researched loyalty program, which the brand's leadership with share with our readers during a July 1…