Navigating the benefits and challenges of labor-saving digital devices in foodservice

by Fast Casual

Pre-moistened disposable wipes are a quick and effective solution for maintaining the cleanliness of POS systems, self-serve kiosks, and digital screens as…

Jennifer Schuler named CEO of Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

March 19, 2024

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream, which has nearly 130 locations operated by 65 franchisees, has named Jennifer Schuler as CEO.

Rock N Roll Sushi making Northwest Arkansas debut

March 19, 2024

Rock N Roll Sushi is about to take the stage with its first location in Northwest Arkansas.

Wonder raises $700M to fuel growth

March 19, 2024

Wonder CEO and founder Marc Lore announced Tuesday the 11-unit digital food hall has raised $700 million from all major existing shareholders, including NEA…

Wing Snob adding 100 units by 2025

March 18, 2024

Wing Snob is continuing expansion throughout the U.S. and Canada. Under the leadership of co-Founders Brian Shunia and Jack Mashini, the 40-unit chain opened…

Hungry House, MegaBite merge to form BiteLabs

March 18, 2024

Hungry House, a New York-based fast casual restaurant platform, is merging with MegaBite, a Latin American delivery-focused restaurant platform, to create…

Dynamic pricing: Teaching restaurant customers to embrace it

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Fast casual executives discuss the future of dynamic pricing and how to gain customer buy-in.

Qdoba hires former Little Caesars CDO

March 18, 2024

Qdoba Mexican Eats has hired Jeremy Vitaro, former CDO of Little Caesars Pizza, to fill the same role at the 750-unit chain.

Wild Eggs co-founder returns as SVP of operations

March 18, 2024

Wild Eggs co-Founder JD Rothberg has returned to the Louisville-based breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant chain, as SVP of operations.

&pizza revamps loyalty program, digital ordering experience

March 15, 2024

East Coast pizza chain &pizza has launched a new loyalty program called Dead Presidents Club in partnership with Thanx. This program aims to boost customer…

Rachel's Kitchen taking on Texas

March 15, 2024

Construction is underway at the Lone Star's first Rachel's Kitchen, a Las Vegas-based eatery marking its inaugural Texas location in Frisco this spring at 362…

Jeff's Bagel Run announces franchise plans

March 14, 2024

Jeff's Bagel Run, founded in 2021 in Florida, has launched a franchise program. The three-unit chain is gearing up to add five locations, said former…

Shake Smart lands investment from NewSpring

March 14, 2024

Shake Smart, which serves protein shakes, protein smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, nut butter and avocado toast, has landed an investment from NewSpring, a family…

Loop raises $6M to help restaurants manage 3rd-party delivery

March 14, 2024

Loop, a SaaS provider enabling restaurants to maximize third-party delivery service profitability, has closed $6 million in seed funding, led by Base1…

Chef-driven menu makes Willow Street Pizza stand out

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Pizzeria menus can range from small and tidy to large and complex, but they've all got one thing behind them: research and development.

The Habit launches 'Grown-Up Meal'

March 13, 2024

The Habit Burger Grill has unveiled a Grown-Up Meal, citing a study it commissioned that showed 75% of Americans approved of adults ordering from kids' menus…

How to deal with a bad Yelp review

Joshua Chapman reveals the best way to respond to bad reviews.

New York Fries rolling out US expansion plan

March 13, 2024

Although New York Fries was founded in New York City, its over 130 locations are mostly in Canada and the Middle East. However, it's primed for a resurgence in…

Chatmeter's Risk Monitoring program assists in online reputation management

March 12, 2024

Chatmeter, a company specializing in multi-location intelligence, has unveiled a new feature called Risk Monitoring. This tool utilizes artificial intelligence…

Starbird opening in Marina del Rey

March 12, 2024

Starbird is opening its 14th location in California and third in Los Angeles County on March 22 at 13161 Mindanao Way in Marina del Rey. To celebrate the…