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Hawaiian Bros signs 5th multiunit development agreement
December 1, 2023
Hawaiian Bros has signed its fifth multi-unit development agreement since launching its franchising program last year.
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Mo' Bettahs doubles down on Las Vegas
November 30, 2023
Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food is opening it second Las Vegas location Saturday at 4390 West Cactus Ave., near the South Point Hotel Casino and Spa and…
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Dickey's franchisee adding 30 stores to Canadian footprint
November 30, 2023
Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit is expanding its Canadian development with a 30-unit deal with franchisee Muhammad Faisal, who operates several locations in…
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How Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill paved way for Middle Eastern cuisine in fast casual industry
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, QSRweb Editor Mandy Detwiler talks with Greg Willman, chairman and CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill…
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Qdoba refinancing debt, growing to 1,500 units
November 29, 2023
A year after being purchased by Los Angeles-based private equity firm Butterfly, Qdoba has closed its inaugural $305 million whole business securitization…
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4 ways AI can rescue restaurant operations
by Raju Malhotra — Chief Product and Technology Officer, PAR Technology
From supply chain disruptions and economic challenges to labor shortages and improving customer experience, AI is rescuing restaurant operations.
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Rush Bowls opens 50th location
November 29, 2023
Rush Bowls, a Colorado-based fast casual concept known for its meals-in-a-bowl, has opened its 50th store. Customers may now order Rush Bowls in 22 states…
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Chipotle drives holiday gifting with car napkin holders, mystery shirts
November 29, 2023
Chipotle Mexican Grill has designed a line of merchandise for holiday gifting, which includes Car Napkin Holders and Mystery Tees available for purchase…
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Savory promotes 2 leaders to president, VP of finance
November 28, 2023
Savory, a private equity firm based in Utah, has promoted Tyler Nelson to president and Richie Stevens to VP of Finance for Savory Fund.
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Ziggi's Coffee signs 50-unit deal
November 27, 2023
Colorado-based Ziggi's Coffee is entering the Atlanta market via a 50-unit deal.
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Jersey Mike's raises $4M for Feeding America
November 27, 2023
Jersey Mike's Subs and its customers raised $4 million in November for Feeding America, a U.S.-based hunger relief organization.
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3 small fast casual brands proving catering technology is affordable
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
CEOs of Thai Chili2go, Dillas Quesadillas and Eatzi's Market & Bakery reveal how affordable catering technologies are helping to grow their businesses.
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Embracing AI without killing the restaurant budget
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Leaders from Five Guys, BurgerFi, Papa Johns and Primanti Bros. shared how their brands are embracing AI without breaking the bank in a Fast Casual Executive…
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KC Chipotle renames store in honor of Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift
November 20, 2023
A Chipotle in Kansas City is renaming itself "Chipolte" in honor of Travis Kelce, a two-time Super Bowl-winning tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and new…
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Webinar to explore multi-unit franchising
November 20, 2023
The upcoming webinar, "Mastering Multi-Unit Franchise Success: Insights from a Seasoned Operator," scheduled for Dec. 5, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST, promises to be a…
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Dave's Hot Chicken opens 7 stores in 1 week
November 20, 2023
Los Angels-based Dave's Hot Chicken notched a brand milestone through the opening of seven restaurants in one week in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin; Saugus, Maryland…
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Radar delivering full-stack geofencing, mapping functionalities
November 20, 2023
Radar, a provider of geofencing, has unveiled Radar Maps Platform, featuring vector base maps as well as a suite of geocoding, search and routing APIs…
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Freddy's adds Franchise Development VP
November 20, 2023
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has hired Nick Booras as a VP of Franchise Development, where he'll work with Franchise Development VP Mary Coots to…
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Authentic experiences: How your brand can reach Gen Z for success and customer loyalty
by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group
The APC Gen Z study found that Gen Z has five top demands from businesses and brands: 1. Authenticity. 2. PhysiDigital. 3. Experiential. 4. Custom. 5.
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The Great Greek rolling out 3 non-traditional formats
November 17, 2023
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has created three non-traditional dining formats, including a to-go-only restaurant, a digital kitchen and special venue…
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