Force4Good Celebrates Record Fundraising Growth in 2025

Erie, Colorado – October 7, 2025 – Force4Good, the leading community fundraising platform for restaurants and non-profits, is proud to highlight its…

HungerRush Powers Creno’s Pizza Transformation, Driving Sales and Streamlining Operations Across Ohio

Cloud-Based POS platform delivers strong ROI with 29% redemption rate in first text campaign

Slice House by Tony Gemignani to open in Boulder, Colorado

October 7, 2025

Slice House by Tony Gemignani will open in Boulder, Colorado, this December, according to a press release.

Swig promotes Todd Smith, hires Shannon Swenson to lead expansion

October 7, 2025

Swig, a company known for "dirty soda," has made leadership changes to fuel its nationwide growth and franchising efforts.

8 ways to BOOst your October catering sales

by Kelly Grogan — Founder, CRUMBS

Everyone's already hitting fast-forward to the holidays, but savvy restaurant operators know that October is prime time for community engagement and catering…

Brazilian concept TAP wins The Perfect Pitch contest at the Fast Casual Executive Summit 2025

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Eight fledgling brands competed in the event, billed as a nicer version of "Shark Tank."

From Pilot to National Presence in 5 Years with CloudKitchens

Hawaiian Bros has grown from a single pilot to a national brand—thanks to a strategic partnership with CloudKitchens. Known for its fresh, craveable Plate…

Presented by CloudKitchens

Using AI to increase restaurant revenue by improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency

Guests want faster service, personalized interactions, and consistent experiences—across every location and every channel. Restaurants that meet these demands…

Presented by Momos

Reality star Karlie Redd talks good food, service, location at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Karlie Redd shared brand success insight with attendees at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Austin, Texas, on Sunday.

Taco lovers getting tatted up at Velvet Taco

October 6, 2025

To celebrate National Taco Day, Velvet Taco will partner with Rebel Muse Tattoo, in Dallas, to offer free, taco-themed tattoos at its Greenville Avenue…

Firehouse Subs hires Carolina Berti as CMO

October 6, 2025

Firehouse Subs announced Thursday the appointment of Carolina Berti as chief marketing officer for the U.S. and Canada.

Tariffs, rising wages forcing restaurants to hike menu prices

October 3, 2025

Facing a "double squeeze" from rising labor costs and external market pressures like tariffs, many U.S. food and beverage businesses are raising menu prices to…

Multi-brand mastery meets AI innovation: Inside Conscious Hospitality Group's growth strategy

Mo' Bettahs offering catering delivery with real-time tracking via Cartwheel

October 2, 2025

Mo' Bettahs is offering catering delivery with real-time tracking through a partnership with Cartwheel, an enterprise delivery management platform.

TAP brothers building a cultural bridge with Brazilian flavors

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The four-unit chain hopes to reach 20 corporate stores by 2030, with a stronghold in urban wellness hubs like NYC and Miami. Franchising will launch in 2026.

Torchy's Tacos 'Worthy' of "Torch the Defense" promo

October 2, 2025

Torchy's Tacos has teamed up with the Kansas City Chiefs and wide receiver Xavier Worthy to launch the "Torch the Defense" promotion, which will award fans…

Starbucks understands the protein assignment

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

October 1, 2025

Understanding more customers are looking to add more protein to their diets Starbucks has added a line of protein-boosted lattes, milks and cold foam drinks to…

Fusian honoring Breast Cancer Awareness with pink sushi

October 1, 2025

Fast casual restaurant chain Fusian is offering pink sushi rolls throughout October to raise money for the Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio.

Why fast casual is 'Partying like its 1995'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

California Tortilla and Noodles and Co are embracing throwback pricing promotions as part of a broader trend of brands using nostalgia to engage with customers…

Discipline Over Distraction: Lessons from Restaurant Leaders Who Know Their Brands

At FSTEC 2025, top restaurant leaders from Checkers & Rally's, GoTo Foods, and Shake Shack shared the secrets to balancing tech innovation with brand identity…