Big Chicken enters ASU’s Mullett Arena

October 12, 2022

Arizona State University's multipurpose arena, the Mullett Arena opening Friday, is welcoming Shaquille O'Neal-owned Big Chicken. The Mullett Arena, in Tempe…

Zaxby's intros loyalty program

October 11, 2022

Zaxby's has introduced its Zax Rewardz loyalty program, which will give customers a free Big Zax Snak Meal, featuring three Chicken Fingerz, Texas Toast, and…

Toast announces integrated invoicing service

October 11, 2022

Toast Inc., an all-in-one digital platform for restaurants, has launched Toast Invoicing, according to a press release.

TaKorean CEO shares why employees stick around

Mike Lenard, founder and CEO of TaKorean, said the wages he saves by having highly capable people, as well as low turnover, create a model for ongoing…

Crisp & Green celebrating opening with free fitness classes

October 11, 2022

Crisp & Green, a fast casual concept offering made-from-scratch healthy fare, will open its third Colorado location Oct. 22, in Lakewood, under the…

Chipotle supports Hurricane Ian relief

October 10, 2022

Chipotle Mexican Grill is partnering with The Farmlink Project to provide more than 100,000 pounds of produce, including avocados, mangos, peppers and onions…

Johnny Rockets, Hurricane Wings debut 1st co-branded DC restaurant

October 10, 2022

FAT Brands Inc. has launched the first co-branded Johnny Rockets and Hurricane Wings restaurant, which opened at the Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House…

16 Handles, Oatly debut non-dairy pumpkin spice LTO

October 10, 2022

To celebrate the beginning of fall, 16 Handles, which has 30 locations, and Oatly have collaborated to create a non-dairy soft serve version of the viral…

Cookie Plug promotes CDO to CEO

October 10, 2022

Cookie Plug, a fresh-baked cookie company that combines graffiti, street art and hip-hop culture to create a unique twist on cookies, is promoting CDO Chris…

Canadian restaurant industry recovery continues

October 10, 2022

The Canadian restaurant industry saw a 5% increase in visits in August compared to a year ago, according to data from The NPD Group.

sweetgreen CMO talks future of restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Daniel Shlossman, chief marketing officer for sweetgreen, said digital is the wave of the future in the opening keynote address at the Fast Casual Executive…

CKE exec talks company's digital ecosystem at one-day virtual event

October 10, 2022

Recognizing that QSR leaders needed a convenient way to exchange ideas, tips and advice with one another, Networld Media Group — the publishers of QSRWeb.com…

Zunzi's names franchising director

October 6, 2022

Zunzi's, an 18-year-old fast casual sandwich concept, has hired Joanne Anderson as director of franchising, where she will oversee the development and daily…

Beans & Brewhouse betting on Vegas

October 6, 2022

Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffeehouse is opening three stores in the Las Vegas area, thanks to a partnership with brothers Justin and Tony Williams. The…

Korean barbecue joint opens 140th US location

October 6, 2022

Korea-based bb.q Chicken added its 140th U.S. store this week. The store is at 383 3rd Ave., in Manhattan, New York. Established in 1995, as part of parent…

Botrista raises $55M, hires former Zoup president to lead strategy

October 6, 2022

Botrista Beverages, a provider of automation technology and the inventor of The Botrista DrinkBot, has raised $55 million for expansion.

Jamba by Blendid smoothie robots launch new look, branding

October 6, 2022

Jamba, a provider of on-the-go freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, will introduce a new design for its Jamba by Blendid robotic smoothie kiosk along…

Wingstop's chicken sandwich hits menus nationwide

October 5, 2022

Wingstop launched its signature chicken sandwich Wednesday.

Genghis Grill debuting prototype focused on convenience

October 5, 2022

Dallas-based Genghis Grill will open a store next year integrating technology to allow guests to be in and out in under 15 minutes by placing an order through…

Slim Chickens adds location in home state

October 5, 2022

Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has opened a store at 1870 John Harden Dr. in Jacksonville, Arkansas, under the direction of Simply Slims.