Zoup Omaha opens with redesign

July 20, 2020

Zoup Eatery is now open in Omaha's Aksarben Village at 1917 South 67th St. The location, which opened Monday, hosted socially distanced events that collected…

Ain't no party like a plant-based party

July 20, 2020

Veggie Grill, said U.S. customers can help those in need and the planet this week by eating a vegan meal. Veggie Grill, the largest plant-based chain in the…

Deploying kiosks in your restaurants: What are you waiting for?

by Dipesh Hinduja — Director, Mobile Solution Architecture, Stratix Corp

Dipesh Hinduja of Stratixcorp gives advice for a successful kiosk deployment. Hint: Not having a Mobile Device Management system in place will derail your…

Chipotle offering Tractor Beverage lemonade, aguas fresca, tea

July 20, 2020

Chipotle Mexican Grill has rolled out a line of non-GMO and certified organic beverages from Tractor Beverage Co.

DiBella's CEO discusses serving subs with a side of 'community'

By Peter Fox/DiBella's Subs president and CEO

The Salad House seeks regional expansion

July 16, 2020

The Salad House, a New Jersey-based fast casual restaurant concept, has launched an effort to expand its franchise presence in the New York metropolitan area…

Elevation Burger debuts vegan milkshake

July 16, 2020

All U.S.-based Elevation Burger locations are now offering a vegan milkshake made of vanilla oat milk ice cream and unsweetened almond milk.

New virtual summit focuses on innovation, customer experience in self-service, kiosk, vending industries

Networld Media websites, Vending Times and Kiosk Marketplace, are launching a virtual summit that promises to bring attendees the very best in self-service…

Gyro Shack owners gearing up for major expansion

July 16, 2020

Gyro Shack, which was recently acquired by Boise-based entrepreneurs Mark Urness and Matt Jeffries, is launching an aggressive franchising strategy, according…

Robotic video display kiosk can invite diners to 'roll on in' for pizza

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

What if you had a way to send out a kind of unpaid emissary who displayed an enticing video of your brand's menu items to passersby to pull them in to eat? Or…

Meatless Farm Survey Says Over a Quarter of Americans Will Opt for Plant-Based Meat Alternatives When Restaurants Reopen

With Americans champing at the bit to get back to daily routines and neighborhood restaurants, this survey's findings are a telling sign of what restaurant…

Focus Brands names Krause as CDO, taps Muir to lead sales

July 15, 2020

Focus Brands, the parent company of Carvel and Cinnabon, named veteran franchise development executive Brian Krause as chief development officer, succeeding…

Smokey Bones Chicago offers on-demand delivery via Postmates

July 15, 2020

Chicago barbeque lovers can now order Smokey Bones' famous slow smoked ribs, pulled pork, wings and other popular menu items for pickup or contactless delivery…

Chipotle celebrating 100th Chipotlane this month

July 15, 2020

Chipotle Mexican Grill will celebrate the opening of its 100th Chipotlane, the brand's drive thru digital order pick-up lane, this month at its newest store…

NRA sends emergency restaurant support plan to legislators

The National Restaurant Association tells Congress the industry needs help and it needs it now.

Tropical Smoothie Café opened 43 Cafes, signed 103 franchise deals since January

July 15, 2020

Tropical Smoothie Café said it has signed 103 new franchise agreements and opened 43 new stores this year already in 25 states. In fact, the brand said in a…

Coca-Cola rolls out contactless Freestyle beverage dispenser

July 15, 2020

The Coca-Cola Co. is rolling out contactless, triggered via smartphone, for its Freestyle self-service dispenser used in restaurants, as the coronavirus…

Yogurtland expands dairy-free offerings

July 15, 2020

If you like piña coladas and eating vegan, Yogurtland may have the dairy-free flavor for you: Piña Colada swirl. Fortified with Vitamin C, the gluten-free…

Muscle Maker Grill expanding at Texas Tech

July 15, 2020

Muscle Maker Grill Inc., the parent company of Muscle Maker Grill and Healthy Joe's, has signed a lease to open a Muscle Maker Grill this fall in the Medical…

Marugame Udon noodling around in London

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

July 15, 2020

Marugame Udon, a 1,000-unit udon noodle and tempura chain based in Japan, is opening early next year in London as the result of a joint venture between…