Breaking bread and biases: Why restaurants (still) need more female voices

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Fast Casual Executive Summit is hosting the panel "Breaking Bread and Biases: Empowering Women for Fast Casual Leadership," featuring women leaders…

Tiki Taco names former PDQ exec as CEO

July 10, 2024

Kansas City-based Tiki Taco has hired Eric Knott, former COO of Florida-based PDQ, as CEO.

Checkmate partners with Uber to add delivery capabilities

July 10, 2024

Restaurant ordering solutions provider Checkmate has expanded its partnership with Uber, adding Uber Direct to its platform, according to a press release.

Pizzaiolo launches signature brand in Dana Point, California

Truly Pizza brings something to the Dana Point, California area that hasn't been seen yet -- a focus on upscale, signature pizza in a warm, inviting atmosphere…

Why former Tropical Smoothie CEO is picking up pickleball

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Pickle Pad, which recently signed a franchise deal to open in Phoenix, is seeking more franchisees to help grow its footprint throughout the U.S.…

Rusty Taco adding 14 units by year's end

July 10, 2024

Rusty Taco, a street-style taco restaurant with 30 locations, is opening 14 units by year's end.

How can your restaurant adapt to the snacking trend?

If you've spent any time on social media recently, you've probably noticed the rise of TikTok trends such as "little treat culture" and "girl dinner" over…

Star Micronics Unveils the SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer: Adaptable & Feature-Rich

The SK5-31 kiosk printer redefines speed and efficiency with a multitude of features found nowhere else in the industry.

Chipotle CFO retiring

July 9, 2024

After nearly 25 years with Chipotle Mexican Grill, CFO Jack Hartung is retiring on March 31, 2025. Adam Rymer, a 15-year Chipotle veteran, will assume the role…

Big Chicken makes Boston debut

July 9, 2024

Big Chicken made its Boston debut Tuesday in the city's Northshore Mall, under the direction of engineer Paul Bains and real estate entrepreneurs Ryan Corcoran…

Fatburger, Round Table Pizza to open co-branded units in Utah

July 9, 2024

FAT Brands Inc., parent company to Fatburger, Round Table Pizza and 16 other restaurant concepts has inked a development deal to bring Fatburger and Round…

Smart technology helping restaurants cut food costs, waste

by Lindsay Petrovic — Corporate Vice President, Product Management, NCR Voyix

To stay afloat amid rising prices of food and labor, restaurants must use inventory management systems, handhelds, loyalty programs, menu auditing, QR codes…

Hamra Enterprises opens Panera To Go

July 9, 2024

Panera To Go, a store enabled for digital convenience, is opening Thursday in Watertown, Massachusetts.

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Opens First-Ever Los Angeles Restaurant

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, a family of craveable restaurants with a cult-like following across Northern California that was recently named among the Fastest…

Can tech address food safety?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Tech is changing the game for food safety.

Honeygrow adds 7th New Jersey store

July 8, 2024

Honeygrow, a Philadelphia-based brand serving stir-fry, salads and honeybars, opened its seventh New Jersey location at the Glenwood Green Shopping Center in…

Craveworthy Brands opening food hall

July 8, 2024

Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of several brands including Wing It On, The Budlong, Krafted Burger + Tap, Genghis Grill, BD's Mongolian Grill, Flat Top…

Dave's Hot Chicken planting UK flag

July 8, 2024

Los Angeles-based Dave's Hot Chicken is opening 60 units in the United Kingdom and Ireland thanks to its agreement with Azzurri Group. The first will open in…

Why Thermal And Impact Printers Remain Essential In High-Tech Restaurant Operations

Thermal and Impact printers enhance restaurant operations by streamlining front- and back-of-house communications, automating tasks, and decreasing waste.

Wing Zone glides into Colorado

July 4, 2024

Wing Zone Hot Chicken & Wings has opened its first Colorado location this week in Colorado Springs at 3670 Austin Bluffs Pkwy.