Congo welcomes Fatburger, Buffalo's Express

September 19, 2022

The Democratic Republic of Congo is home to its first Fatburger and Buffalo's Express co-branded unit in Kinshasa, according to a press release from the…

Teriyaki Madness ending summer with 91 signed deals

September 16, 2022

Since the beginning of the year, Colorado-based Teriyaki Madness has sold 91 units among 27 first-time franchisees, opening 18 shops with plans to add 16 by…

Fatburger, Buffalo's Express making DC debut

September 16, 2022

FAT Brands Inc. is opening its first co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo's Express restaurant in Northern Virginia, at 8097 Sudley Road in Manassas. It offers the…

Cafe Rio opening Denver stores

September 16, 2022

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill is opening two Denver-area locations this fall: Greenwood Village on Sept. 30, and Highlands Ranch in December.

POS market to rise 7.4% by 2029

September 16, 2022

The restaurant POS software market was valued at $15.3 million in 2021 and is expected to reach $26.94 million by 2029, registering a CAGR of 7.4% during…

Webinar explores how Mr. Pickle's uses tech to succeed in industry

September 16, 2022

Restaurants are looking for ways to get ahead in a competitive market. This is even more critical when a brand supports franchises wile also juggling corporate…

Report: Gen Zs favor QSRs, especially fast casual

September 16, 2022

Older Gen Zs, ranging in age from 18 to 24, favor taste and the definition of value when dining out, preferring QSRs, particularly fast casual, according to a…

Restaurant customers want more deals, drive-thru visits remain strong

September 16, 2022

Restaurant customers are seeking out deals and mobile app offers, with three in four looking for discounts more often due to increasing menu prices, and two in…

Business Leaders Need to "Act Their Wage"

According to Google Trends, searches for “quiet quitting” were non-existent until a month ago. Now, it’s everywhere – on TikTok, where the concept has helped…

POS is Dead, Right?

The “POS is Dead” concept has been trending recently. This topic is not new, and well, it made me curious what people really think – so I conducted a poll on…

Zaxby's launching 'saucey' popsicles

September 15, 2022

Zaxby's is partnering with Alabama-based popsicle brand Frios to introduce sauce-flavored popsicles.

Naf Naf adding Indiana store

September 15, 2022

Chicago-based Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill is opening its third Indiana location. The store is in Schererville at 79 U.S. Route 41, Ste. 200-A.

Schlotzsky's getting 'bare naked' with OnlyFans

September 15, 2022

Schlotzsky's is undressing pizza, giving crust lovers a Bare Naked Pizza — a pie with no toppings, cheese or sauce. In other words, it's naked.

Hot Chikn Kitchn opening in Jersey

September 15, 2022

Virginia-based Hot Chikn Kitchn is opening its second unit Sunday that marks its first New Jersey location. The store is in Paramus at 315 NJ-Route 17 South…

Japanese fast casual commits to cage-free eggs

September 15, 2022

Japan-based Toridoll Holdings Corp. is pledging to source only cage-free eggs and egg products for all its restaurants, including Marugame Udon, Wok to Walk…

Earl Enterprises snags former Darden, Chuck E Cheese president

September 14, 2022

Fast Casual Indian eatery opening near UCLA

September 14, 2022

Tulsi, a fast casual concept specializing in Indian cuisine with locations in downtown Los Angeles and Northridge, California is opening a third store near the…

Modern Market jumps into franchising

September 14, 2022

Modern Market Eatery has signed a 41-unit development deal with its first franchise partner, Thrive Restaurant Group, to expand the brand into 11 markets…

Can Starbucks hit 55K units by 2030?

Starbucks sales in China are expected to nearly double over the next three years, while store count will increase 50%, reaching 9,000 stores. Globally, the…

#QSRNext starring Taco Bell, Focus Brands, Popeyes, CKE execs

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

QSRWeb's virtual talk show, #QSRNext, takes place Nov. 9 and will feature insight and advice from several successful industry leaders.