6 Freddy's franchisees reinvesting in brand

January 30, 2024

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed several multi-unit development agreements to add 30 locations to New Mexico, Texas, Idaho, Arkansas…

Swig hires CFO to lead growth

January 30, 2024

In preparation for 2024 expansion plans, Swig has named Bill Ayers as CFO. Ayers joins Swig with over 20 years of experience in corporate finance and…

Mountain Mike's Pizza Continues Arizona Expansion with New Location in Surprise

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Opens Fourth Arizona Location

Teriyaki Madness heading west with Chicago opening

January 29, 2024

Denver-based Teriyaki Madness, a Seattle-style Teriyaki Shop with over 140 locations, is adding Chicago to its list of cities. Franchisee Saif Khan, who moved…

Sweetgreen makes Seattle debut

January 26, 2024

Sweetgreen, based in Los Angeles, entered the Seattle market on Jan. 16 when it opened in The Village at Totem Lake in Kirkland.

Ohio franchisee opening 25 Slim Chickens

January 26, 2024

Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has inked a deal to add 25 locations in Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio, with Dan McGrath, president of Big Star Chicken…

Mountain Mike's Pizza Opens Second Idaho Location

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Continues Expansion in Ada County

Black Rock Coffee brewing Arizona expansion plans

January 25, 2024

Black Rock Coffee Bar is adding its eighth location Friday to Mesa, Arizona, accelerating its growth in the state, which is home to 39 cafes.

BurgerFi launches 'Yes, Chef' burger

January 25, 2024

Inspired by a scene from the movie "The Menu," BurgerFi has created the "Yes, Chef" burger, featuring two Angus Beef patties hand-smashed with chargrilled…

Budderfly secures $400M to fuel clean energy technology adoption

January 25, 2024

Budderfly, a sustainability partner for commercial businesses with repeatable footprints, has secured $400 million to help fund its next stage of growth and to…

Mountain Mike's Pizza shares the love with returns of its iconic heart-shaped pizza

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Welcomes Back Heart-Shaped Pizza on February 1

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue CEO talks diversity, equity and inclusion

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

On this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Wolf Detwiler, managing editor of Networld Media Group, talks to L&L Hawaiian Barbecue…

Jersey Mike's using AI to answer all calls

January 24, 2024

Jersey Mike's Subs is relying on a voice AI ordering system created by SoundHound AI to take phone orders. Optimized for natural human speech, customers won't…

Aniai closes $12M in funding

January 24, 2024

New York City-based Aniai, a robotic company and provider of kitchen solutions, has secured a $12 million pre-Series A funding round.

Chipotle adds 19K jobs

January 24, 2024

Chipotle Mexian Grill is looking to hire 19,000 employees for its upcoming "burrito season," the company's busiest time of year running from March to May…

Craveworthy Brands investing in Dirty Dough Cookies

January 24, 2024

Craveworthy Brands, the platform company behind Wing It On, The Budlong, Krafted Burger + Tap, Genghis Grill, BD's Mongolian Grill, Flat Top Grill, Lucky Cat…

Applebee's, Mooyah, The Great Greek analyzing CX data to increase comp sales

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Executives from Applebee's, Mooyah and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill reveal how their teams use customer data to increase traffic.

Jimmy John's going global

January 23, 2024

Jimmy John's is going global, opening soon in Canada and Latin America, according to a press release from the chain's parent company, Inspire Brands.

Mo'Bettahs expanding in North Texas

January 23, 2024

McKinney, Texas, will be home to Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food when a store opens Friday at 6201 South Custer Road, across from PJ's Coffee and near TPC…

Potbelly adding nearly 200 locations

January 23, 2024

Potbelly Corp. is gearing up for growth with the signing of 192 development commitments.