Go Roma unveils new prototype

July 22, 2015

The fast casual Italian restaurant hopes to draw in new and old customers with a new look.

Chipotle: Revenue up, food costs down for Q2

July 22, 2015

Chipotle Mexican Grill reported during its Tuesday’s Q2 earnings call that its revenue increased 14.1 percent to $1.2 billion and that comparable restaurant…

Pie Five expands to Indianapolis

July 21, 2015

Pie Five sets foot in Indiana and introduces its Oreo Cookies brownie.

How 'informed' employees will make your restaurant more money

Developing a culture of learning is a 365-day commitment that will motivate your staff and have a significant impact on your bottom line if you put in the time…

The Evolution of Fast Casual

Fast casual restaurants, with their upscale ambiance and promises of higher quality food, continue to be the driver of restaurant industry growth, but as more…

Son of Rolling Stone to open BURGERFI in Europe

July 21, 2015

The fast casual chain has inked a deal with GROUND ROUND LIMITED to take the concept into the European market with its first location in central London.

Arizona’s Grabbagreen grabbing a piece of the Carolinas

July 21, 2015

Grabbagreen will expand its footprint into the eastern U.S. with a 34-store development agreement with Trindel Investments.

Subway, Chipotle generate most buzz in Q2

July 20, 2015

Buzz Score asks respondents, "If you've heard anything about the brand in the last two weeks, through advertising, news or word of mouth, was it positive or…

LIVE Webinar: Managing customer relationships– what Which Wich learned on its search for the perfect CRM

July 20, 2015

Free webinar offers insight from sandwich chain Which Wich regarding implementing a successful customer relationship management strategy.

Danny Meyer invests in Tender Greens

July 20, 2015

Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group has invested in Tender Greens, a farm-to-fork concept with 22 locations across California.

Keeping it real: what's in store for local, organic menu items

by Nicole Troxell — Associate Editor, Networld Media Group

Knowing what's in store for the trend and how to make it work for your brand is key to keeping up with consumer demand for local and organic menu items.

MAD Greens opens to record crowds in Arizona

July 20, 2015

Colorado-based MAD Greens began its national expansion last month with its first openings outside of its home state.

Johnny Rockets going to college

July 20, 2015

Continuing its focus on non-traditional venues, Johnny Rockets is targeting college and university campuses with its Express prototype, according to a company…

Uncle Maddio's launching 5 Pennsylvania units

July 17, 2015

Atlanta-based fast-casual pizza brand Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint is expanding to two new locations this week, on pace to open a new unit every 10 days and meet…

Restaurant industry will dominate Turkey, Austria to 2019

July 17, 2015

Restaurants will remain the dominant channel in Turkey and Austria while the fastest-growing channel is expected to be travel for Turkey and the welfare and…

5 misconceptions about mobile payments that could hold your business back

by Tal Nathanel — Co-Founder and U.S. CEO, MyCheck

Market growth is significant, but like many cultural and technology shifts, misconceptions about the viability of mobile payment apps holds some businesses…

Finding your 'Purple Cow:' 3 ways to connect consumers to your brand

by Steve Starr — Chief, starrdesign

A truly noteworthy restaurant is one that captivates people and makes them feel connected to the brand, but how can you facilitate this desired connection with…

Homebase, Square partner to help restaurants solve scheduling challenges

July 17, 2015

Homebase, which provides free software for managing their hourly employees, has partnered with Square to help restaurant owners better mange their businesses.

Family team opens Burger 21 unit

July 17, 2015

Burger 21 to open second Georgia unit.

Kneaders CFO takes over as president

July 16, 2015

Kneaders Bakery and Café's CFO is now also the chains' president.