Panera debuts digital-focused format in New York

As Panera hits 50% in digital sales, it's testing digital-focused formats.

The Habit Burger driving into Miami

November 8, 2022

The Habit Burger Grill, a California-based restaurant owned by Yum Brands, is opening a drive-thru location next week in Miami Gardens at 18100 NW 57th Ave.

Killer Burger names head of operations

November 8, 2022

Portland-based Killer Burger has hired Matt Distler as head of operations, a role in which he'll spearhead the company's strategic operations and oversee the…

Sweetgreen creates 'Crispy Rice Treat'

November 7, 2022

Los Angeles-based Sweetgreen has created a healthy version of a crispy rice treat — made with gluten-free grains (organic brown rice, quinoa and puffed…

El Pollo Loco starring in West Hollywood

November 7, 2022

El Pollo Loco Inc. has returned to West Hollywood, opening inside Trader Joe's at 8601 Santa Monica Blvd.

Steele Brands CEO steps down, names replacement

November 7, 2022

Steele Brands, a Minnesota-based company that owns Crisp & Green, Stalk & Spade and Paco & Lime, has hired Kelly C. Baltes as CEO of its brand…

Pickleman’s ditches antibiotics in chicken

November 7, 2022

St. Louis-based Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe has announced a "No Antibiotics Ever" policy for the chicken it serves in its 24 locations across the Midwest.

Chicken Salad Chick hatching 6th Arkansas store

November 7, 2022

Chicken Salad Chick is opening next week in West Little Rock, Arkansas, marking its sixth restaurant in the state and third in the Little Rock area, following…

Layne's Chicken Fingers, Consolidated Concepts, Farm Burger execs talk supply chain issues

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Four restaurant executives discussed challenges with supply chains at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Pumpkin spice, iced drinks drive Starbucks Q4 sales

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Cold coffee beverages accounted for nearly 80% of total beverage sales in U.S company-operated stores, and the pumpkin spice platform was up 17%.

How tech stacks are learning to be more intuitive

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Today's tech stacks are savvier and more intuitive than ever, but they're also more complex than they were five years ago.

Potbelly bellies up to Central Orlando

November 3, 2022

Potbelly Corp. is opening six restaurants over the next seven years in Orlando via a multi-unit development deal with Shari Nasir and Imran Malik of Sugarland…

Virginia Beach welcoming 6 Chicken Salad Chicks

November 3, 2022

Chicken Salad Chick, which has over 200 locations, has signed a six-unit deal for Virginia Beach. Behind the agreement is franchisee Melissa Holt, who opened…

Pollo Campero continues LA expansion

November 3, 2022

Pollo Campero, a Guatemalan-born fast casual restaurant. is continuing to grow its presence in the Los Angeles area, opening three locations this year in…

Farmer Boys promotes finance leader to president, COO

November 3, 2022

Southern California-based Farmer Boys has promoted Joseph Ortiz, its former vice president of finance and accounting, to president and chief operating officer…

Jars signs northern California deal

November 3, 2022

Jars, created by celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani, is bringing its single-serve dessert concept to Northern California with the signing of a multi-unit franchise…

Vitality Bowls adds to Texas lineup

November 3, 2022

Northern California-based Vitality Bowls, which serves acai bowls, smoothies, wraps, grain bowls and salads, is opening Nov. 18 in Lubbock County, Texas…

Bring on the guac! Avocado price takes a dip

November 3, 2022

With grocery items spiking up about 13% in the past few months one bright spot is the cost of avocados.

Thanx debuts Loyalty 3.0 platform upgrade

November 3, 2022

Loyalty and guest engagement platform Thanx has completed the upgrade of its Loyalty 3.0 platform that features new capabilities that let brands respond and…

Scooter's Coffee opens HQ to support 'unprecedented growth'

November 3, 2022

Scooter's Coffee, which has nearly 600 locations in 28 states, has relocated its Omaha-based headquarters to 11808 Miracle Hills Dr., also in Omaha. The…