D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches launching prototype to fuel growth

August 25, 2022

For over 50 years, D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches has served the New England area but is now ready to expand beyond its 85 locations in Massachusetts, Maine, New…

WOWorks hires 2 culinary VPs

August 25, 2022

WOWorks has appointed Cole Thompson as VP of culinary for Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina. WOWorks…

Finally, an App that Saves Your Store Managers Time & Money

If you don’t have mobile access to real-time performance data for your restaurants, you’re losing money. It’s that simple.

Franchisee, Youtuber buy 16 Handles

August 24, 2022

New York City-based 16 Handles has been acquired by its largest franchisee, 27-year-old New York entrepreneur Neil Hershman, who is now CEO and hopes to grow…

Cinnaholic adding 4th Arizona location

August 24, 2022

Georgia's Cinnaholic, a vegan bakery, will open later this year in Mesa, Arizona, at 1252 South Signal Butte Road Suite.

Bluestone Lane taps former Sweetgreen leader, Retail Zoo execs

August 24, 2022

Bluestone Lane, an Australian-inspired cafe, has hired Amy Hom as COO and chief people officer and Jack Brennan as VP of supply chain and strategic projects.

Famous Toastery hires celebrity chef to lead culinary team

August 24, 2022

Famous Toastery, a 26-unit fast casual brand, has hired Jennifer Brule, a classically trained chef and nationally published food writer, to lead its culinary…

Eatzi's CEO reveals 3 must-have menu strategies

Adam Romo, CEO of Eatzi’s Market & Bakery, a six-unit chain based in Dallas, ​​​​​​​reveals how to provide a variety of high-quality cuisine at a fair price.

Mici Italian raises more than $500K for schools

August 24, 2022

Denver-based Mici Italian's Dining for Dollars charitable giving program is amping up as school gets back in session. The program donates funds for school…

Dickey's takes 2nd in Brazilian barbecue contest

August 24, 2022

Owners and staff of Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Brazil took second place in the Meatstock BBQ Wars held July 8-10 at the Lucky Wings Arena in Sorocaba, São Paulo…

Hot Heads Burrito opening next to country fair grounds

August 24, 2022

Hot Head Burritos is opening in Van Wert, Ohio, across from the County Fairgrounds. The 2,200-square-foot restaurant will seat over 35 guests and offer…

Freddy's hitting up Chi-Town

August 23, 2022

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is accelerating development in Illinois with the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with Asif Poonja of…

Ellianos Coffee surging through Atlanta

August 23, 2022

Ellianos Coffee, a southeastern-based drive-thru coffee franchise, is expanding in Atlanta thanks to deals with existing franchisees as well as the signing of…

Dave's Hot Chicken entering Washington

August 23, 2022

Dave's Hot Chicken, a Los Angeles-based street food brand, has inked a franchise agreement with father and daughter, Ajay Keshap and Sana Keshap, to open 1…

Huey Magoo's gaining ground in Florida

August 23, 2022

Huey Magoo's has opened the first of three locations planned for the Gainesville, Florida, area.

Genghis Grill upgrades loyalty program

August 23, 2022

Genghis Grill has updated its mobile platform thanks to a partnership with Punchh, a loyalty and engagement platform. Fans can now access the app featuring…

Jinya's 3 concepts coming to Hawaii

August 23, 2022

Jinya Holdings Inc. is in the process of bringing three of its brands — Jinya Ramen Bar, Robata Jinya and LBD Japanese Bar & Lounge — to Honolulu…

Blazing Onion founders sign franchising deal with Big Chicken

August 23, 2022

Big Chicken, founded by basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, is breaking ground in Renton, Washington, with its first signed lease in a multi-unit deal…

Slim Chickens hatching in 3 states

August 23, 2022

Arkansas-based Slim Chickens is expanding with eight locations in Arkansas, Tennessee and Georgia. Existing multi-unit operating group DHR Group, which also…

Hopdoddy, Taco Bell, BurgerFi, El Pollo Loco execs keynoting Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Leaders will chat about how they are handling labor shortages, supply chain delays and higher food costs during the CEO Roundtable at the annual Fast Casual…