Rush Bowls opening 12 units in 2022

March 22, 2022

Rush Bowls will have 50 locations open by year's end, according to a company press release, which said that it was opening at least 12 units in Colorado, Texas…

Panera launching chicken sandwiches

March 22, 2022

Panera will be the latest chain to enter the so-called Chicken Sandwich Wars next week when it launches two chicken sandwiches, the "Signature Take" and the…

5 ways to solve restaurant industry's top 3 challenges

Several tools can help us solve labor shortages, supply chain disruptions and rising operating costs.

Webinar: Leveraging Market Disruptions to Enhance Your Brand Experience

March 22, 2022

Kimberly Jay Restaurants have faced an unprecedented onslaught of crises and shifting consumer expectations over the last two years. How can…

Skykit Announces Real-Time Dashboard Connections to Support Workplace Experience and Employee Engagement

Skykit is improving how companies communicate key business data with employees through digital signage. Dashboard Connections are now available as a Skykit…

Slim Chickens franchisee hatches 18th UK-based location

March 21, 2022

Faytetteville, Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has opened a store in Guilford, England at 22 Friary St., marking Boparan Restaurant Groups' 18th location…

Optimizing Operations with Modern Digital Signage Solutions

Implementing a digital signage network doesn’t need to be a costly, complicated endeavor. New management tools are helping to simplify the process.

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United Franchise Group's COO named president of charcuterie concept

March 21, 2022

United Franchise Group Chief Operating Officer Brady Lee is now serving as president of the company's charcuterie-centered fast casual concept, Graze Craze.

IHOP launches 2 virtual brands

March 21, 2022

IHOP has joined the virtual restaurant craze, creating two delivery-only brands — Thrilled Cheese and Super Mega Dilla.

New Mexico casino welcoming state's 1st Wahlburgers

March 21, 2022

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino in New Mexico is replacing its buffet restaurant with a food hall featuring a variety of fast casual brands…

Are you using the right POS technology in your restaurant?

by Chris Lybeer — Chief Strategy Officer, Revel Systems

POS systems can help with labor shortages, inventory, online ordering and more. Are you using your POS system to its fullest potential?

Nespresso USA files suit against Peet’s Coffee for alleged trademark infringement

March 18, 2022

Nespresso USA Inc. has sued Peet's Coffee in Manhattan federal court claiming that the company's coffee pods violate Nespresso's capsule design trademark…

Using Your Tech Stack as a Cross-Selling Powerhouse

See how using a data-drive cross-selling platform moves your POS to the next level. By offering more customized upsell suggestions, you can increase your…

Firehouse Subs franchisee bringing Big Chicken to Texas, Oklahoma

March 18, 2022

Firehouse Subs franchisee Coby Jones has signed an agreement to open six Big Chickens across West Texas and Central Oklahoma. Founded by basketball Hall of…

Pincho, Hattie B’s tapping Thanx hidden menu capability

March 18, 2022

Florida-based burger and kebab concept Pincho and Nashville-based Hattie B's Hot Chicken are deploying hidden menus to diners by tapping Thanx Loyalty 3.…

Urban Plates helping employees find child-care services

March 18, 2022

To support the needs of employees with children, California-based Urban Plates has partnered with TOOTRiS to help its 650 employees find child care. Through…

Oath Pizza to open in Los Angeles

March 18, 2022

Oath Pizza will open three units in the greater Los Angeles area, with the first opening in fall 2022, according to a press release.

Noodles & Co testing plant-based chicken

March 18, 2022

Noodles & Company is testing Panko Chicken made by Impossible Foods in select markets. Guests may order the meatless option in the chain's Orange Chicken…

Five Ways to Drive Sales and Generate Engagement through Digital Signage

To stay competitive, businesses need the ability to effectively inform and engage both customers and staff without draining valuable resources. Learn to drive…

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Torchy's founder returns to CEO role

March 17, 2022

Torchy's Tacos founder Mike Rypka has returned to lead the Austin-based brand as CEO.