Captain D’s brings something fishy to Smyrna, Tennessee

December 14, 2017

Smyrna, Tennessee, is quite a ways from the coast, but that didn't stop Captain D's from opening this month there on Almaville Road. This is the brand's first…

A.Y. Technologies Partners with SpeedLine POS to Deliver Restaurant Ordering Mobile Apps

Local software developer A.Y. Technologies announced the launch of its mobile app development platform, Craver, for restaurants running SpeedLine pizza and…

2018 restaurant trend predictions from 10 fast casual CEOs

by Cherryh Butler — Content/Trends specialist, Barkley

Editor's note: This is part 1 in a series of stories featuring industry predictions from fast casual leaders around the world.

Newk's Eatery franchisees expanding ownership

December 14, 2017

Four existing franchisees of Newk's Eatery are expanding their ownership agreements. Citing confidence in the brand's continued growth and the strength of its…

The Chickery heads to Cali

December 14, 2017

The Chickery is opening its first California location in January. Featuring the brand's new look and menu that debuted at its flagship location in October, the…

McAlister's Deli heading to Wylie, Texas

December 14, 2017

McAlister’s is opening next year in Wylie, Texas, thanks to a deal with the Dallas-based franchisee, The Saxton Group. The Wylie restaurant, which is inside…

Kotipizza Group develops international fast casual pizza concept, enters burger market

December 13, 2017

Kotipizza Group has developed a fast casual concept, No Pizza — There's no pizza like No Pizza, aimed at international markets. The first unit will open next…

ReviewPush integrating TripAdvisor reviews

December 13, 2017

ReviewPush, an Austin-based company that helps brands manage customer feedback, is integrating TripAdvisor reviews of more than 4.4 million restaurants into…

Yoshinoya outpaces industry, introduces habenero chicken bowl

December 13, 2017

Yoshinoya America is stepping up its game with a hot new Habanero Chicken offering that pairs grilled sliced chicken in a spicy habanero sauce with steamed…

Captain D's names COO, 3 others to leadership roles

December 13, 2017

Captain D's has promoted Tim Ward to COO and Andy Castle to company operations vice president. Additionally the company has promoted David Rentschler to…

Dog Haus takes on Denver

December 12, 2017

Dog Haus Biergarten is opening its next franchise Saturday in Denver. Located at 8316 Northfield Blvd., Ste. 1610, in The Shops at Northfield Stapleton, the…

Velvet Taco opening 3rd DFW Location

December 12, 2017

Velvet Taco is opening its third DFW location Monday at 4622 Greenville Ave., in Dallas.

Rachel's Kitchen dishes up expansion plans

December 12, 2017

Rachel's Kitchen, a Las Vegas-based concept that defines itself as fresh casual, is ready to expand outside its home turf, according to a company press release.

Juice It Up entering the Sunshine State

December 12, 2017

Juice It Up is entering the Florida market in the coming year and has additional franchise opportunities for entrepreneurs throughout the Sunshine State …

Dickey's brings Texas-style Barbecue to Soddy Daisy, Tennessee

December 12, 2017

A Tennessee couple is bringing Dickey's Barbecue Pit to Soddy Daisy, Tennessee. Mark and Donna Oldham will open by spring, according to a company press release.

Wow Bao becomes 1st chain to leverage Eatsa technology

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As the first licensee of Eatsa's self-service technology, Wow Bao's newest unit allows guests to pick up their orders from cubbies that alert them to the…

Sbarro expanding fast casual concept to Japan

December 12, 2017

Sbarro, a U.S.-based fast food pizza brand, has made two significant international deals this year. One will bring 20 Sbarro restaurants to Argentina, and…

Bruster's brings on real estate VP

December 12, 2017

With commitments for 30 franchised locations, Bruster's Real Ice Cream has brought on a new vice president of real estate to guide site selection and related…

30-day comment period ticks away on proposed tip-pooling rule change

December 12, 2017

The 30-day comment period is ticking away on a proposed FLSA rule change that would allow employers to pool their minimum wage employees' tips. The Department…

Nekter Juice Bar celebrating 2 North Carolina openings

December 11, 2017

Nekter Juice Bar is getting ready to open its first two East Coast locations in North Carolina. A unit in Charlotte's South End will celebrate its grand…