FieldFlex launches to help restaurants cut IT costs

February 16, 2023

Kinettix, a provider of IT field technicians and break-fix dispatches to U.S.-based brands, has launched FieldFlex to give companies the ability to leverage…

Toast acquires Delphi Display Systems

February 16, 2023

Toast, an all-in-one digital platform for restaurants, which announced last week that it partnered with Google to allow online Google ordering, has acquired…

Shake Shack's Q4 results inch past expectations

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

February 16, 2023

Shake Shack reported Wednesday that it barely beat analysts' estimates for Q4, ending Dec. 28, 2022. Revenue was $238.5 million, inching past the $238.…

Dolly Llama debuting 2nd Texas store

February 16, 2023

The Dolly Llama, a waffle and artisanal ice cream brand, is opening next month in McAllen, Texas, within the Trenton Crossing Shopping Center alongside Target…

Mo’ Bettahs betting on rebrand

When Hawaiians Kimo and Kalani Mack set out to create a fast casual brand in 2008, they dreamed of sharing their strong culture with people all over the U.S.

QikServe hooks up with Punchh to provide ordering, loyalty experience

February 15, 2023

QikServe, a digital ordering and payment solutions provider, has integrated with PAR Technology's Punchh, a loyalty and engagement platform for the restaurant…

The Habit Burger adding Ontario unit

February 15, 2023

The Habit Burger Grill, based in California, is opening its second Ontario, California, location next week at 4210 E. 4th St.

Chicken Salad Chick, Cava, Tazikis score high in Merchant Centric report

February 15, 2023

Cava, Chicken Salad Chick, Tazikis, Skyline Chili and Cheba Hut all scored high for price, value and loyalty, winning more praise than complaints in a Merchant…

Restaurant Brands International enjoys strong Q4

February 15, 2023

Restaurant Brands International Inc. ended its 2022 fiscal year with a robust Q4 as systemwide sales increased nearly 12%, and over 13% for 2022 while…

Chipotle launches bowl concept in Santa Monica

February 15, 2023

Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening a restaurant called Farmesa, at the Kitchen United Mix space at 1315 3rd St., in Santa Monica, California.

Black Seed Bagel opens 10th location

February 14, 2023

Black Seed Bagels has opened its 10th location in a 700-square-foot shop inside the MetLife building at 200 Park Ave., in New York City, according to a company…

Chicken Salad Chick welcomes 3rd Charleston store

February 14, 2023

Chicken Salad Chick, founded in Alabama, has opened its third Charleston, South Carolina-area location in Goose Creek at 220 St. James Ave.

Slim Chickens opens 2nd Florida unit

February 14, 2023

Arkansas-based Slim Chickens opened last week at 14675 SR 70 East in Bradenton, Florida, with multi-unit operating group Florida's Best Chicken at the helm.

Chi'Lantro BBQ opening in Houston

February 14, 2023

Chi'Lantro BBQ is opening a brick-and-mortar location next month in Houston's The Heights Forum at1324 N. Shepherd Dr.

Fixing the Leaky Bucket: How fast casuals should rethink retention

Rahkeem Morris, founder and CEO of HourWork, shares results from an exit survey of over 8,000 fast-food restaurants nationwide that found that management was…

How consistency, technology affects restaurant branding

February 13, 2023

Branding is critical to a restaurant company, but how much is too much? How does a brand create clear branding guidelines and incorporate a strong culture?

Cater To Your Business Needs With POS Accessories From Star Micronics: A Comprehensive Guide

All about POS and kiosk accessories offered by Star Micronics.

Rapid Fired Pizza offering heart-shaped pizzas on Valentine's Day

February 10, 2023

Rapid Fired Pizza is offering heart shaped pizzas via its app, online or in-store on Feb. 14 for Valentine's Day, according to a press release.

Whataburger taps former Starbucks exec as COO

February 10, 2023

Whataburger has hired Debbie Stroud as its new COO and EVP, according to a press release.

3 ways Playa Bowls attracts Gen Z franchisees

Abby Taylor and Rob Giuliani, co-founders of Playa Bowls, describe how offering a business model that adapts to sustainable and simple business practices…