Daphne's California Greek unveils new brand identity

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The former Daphne's Greek Cafe has changed its logo, name and corporate culture since August 2010.

CTIA 2011: Wi-Fi reliability and mobile transactions

David Callisch, VP of marketing for Ruckus, discusses the importance of reliable Wi-Fi, especially when it comes to mobile payments.

Starbucks and Gabrielle Giffords

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Restaurant operators talk a lot about the value of creating a memorable experience for their guests, but nothing has struck me more about the guest experience…

Business intelligence solutions shed light on fast casual operations

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Potbelly, Panera Bread and zpizza are just a few of the restaurant chains utilizing new solutions offered by business intelligence providers.

Concept review: America’s Next Greatest Restaurant

By Linda Duke

NPD: Calorie counts on menus unlikely to change ordering patterns

March 21, 2011

As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) readies to submit its proposed regulations for the federal menu labeling law by the March 23, 2011 deadline, the…

Shane’s Rib Shack founder to appear on QVC

March 21, 2011

Shane’s Rib Shack founder and president, Shane Thompson, is scheduled to appear on QVC during its new gluten-free culinary broadcast Eating Gluten Free – Food…

Baja Fresh expands “Earth Fresh” initiative

March 21, 2011

Baja Fresh Mexican Grill has announced the nationwide rollout of its pioneering Earth Fresh Initiative. In December 2009, Baja Fresh began testing a number of…

Chipotle Mexican Grill to announce Q1 results

March 21, 2011

Chipotle Mexican Grill will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2011 financial results April, 20 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time. A press release…

Top 100: I Love Falafel No. 100

March 20, 2011

I Dream of Falafel

HotSchedules, Newk’s Express Café to host customer reference webinar

March 20, 2011

On March 31 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central Time, HotSchedules will host a customer reference webinar with Newk’s Express Café.

Moe’s adds spicy items to fresh-Mex menu

March 20, 2011

Moe’s Southwest Grill has introduced its new Spicy Trio menu options, available March 21-May 15. 

Grimaldi's founders plan fast casual burger concept

March 20, 2011

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria has announced its current expansion plans that call for new locations in Dallas, West Palm Beach, Fla., and various other sites.

Greenopia ranks top green restaurant chains

March 20, 2011

Greenopia, which researches eco-friendly retailers, services and organizations, has recently named its most sustainable restaurant chains.

Garden Fresh to deploy Envysion surveillance system

March 20, 2011

Envysion Inc. has announced that Garden Fresh Restaurant Corp. has selected Envysion as its exclusive video surveillance provider and is deploying Envysion…

Sodexo to open Indian fast casual restaurant

March 20, 2011

Sodexo Inc. has announced today that it has signed a master retail license agreement with the award-winning Indian concept, Café Spice, to bring traditional…

Top 100: Sweetgreen No. 99

March 20, 2011

Sweetgreen

Cut costs by trimming fees

In these trying times, every penny added to the bottom line counts heavily toward profitability. We search in ways to cut costs while still giving the customer…

Penn Station announces executive promotions

March 17, 2011

Penn Station East Coast Subs has announced some changes at its corporate office in Milford, Ohio. Scott Keller has been promoted to director of sales and R.

Saladworks executive team to visit outer markets

March 17, 2011

Three members of the Saladworks executive leadership team, including the concept’s founder and CEO, are visiting new franchisees in their markets as part of…