Pepper Lunch opening in Arizona

September 23, 2025

Pepper Lunch, a Japanese fast casual chain, is celebrating the grand opening of its first Arizona location this weekend at Arizona State University.

Portillo’s CEO stepping down

September 23, 2025

Chicago-based Portillo's Inc. announced Monday that its board of directors has appointed Chairman Michael A. Miles Jr. as interim CEO, effective immediately.

Penn Station partners with Barstool, Virtual Dining Concepts on LTO

September 23, 2025

Penn Station East Coast Subs is collaborating with Barstool Sports' "Pardon My Take" podcast and Virtual Dining Concepts to introduce a menu item, the Mega…

Blaze Pizza offers free pizza during grand opening in Linden, New Jersey

September 22, 2025

Blaze Pizza will offer a free 11-inch pizza at its newly constructed location in Linden, New Jersey on Sept. 30 in a grand opening celebration, according to a…

The human touch: How kiosks are transforming retail, restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Self-service kiosks have evolved from a novelty to an essential tool in retail and restaurants, streamlining operations and improving customer experience by…

Shake Shack names brand chief, plans Hawaii expansion

September 22, 2025

Shake Shack Inc. announced two major moves this month as it prepares for its next phase of growth: the appointment of Michael Fanuele as its first chief brand…

Jimmy John's expanding in Canada

September 19, 2025

Jimmy John's opened its first Winnipeg location Friday, marking the sandwich chain's debut in the city with free sandwiches for its first 100 customers.

Stoner's Pizza Joint launches Honey Hot Pepperoni Pizza

September 19, 2025

Stoner's Pizza Joint has launched its Honey Hot Pepperoni Pizza for a limited time only. The pizza is available from now through Oct. 31 at participating…

San Francisco chef allegedly robs 3 bank branches due to financial struggles

September 19, 2025

Valentino Luchin, 62, a chef from San Francisco, is accused of robbing three bank branches in one day.

Speaker Spotlight: Aaron Noveshen, CEO, Starbird Chicken

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Aaron Noveshen, founder and CEO of Starbird Chicken, is participating in a Fast Casual Executive Summit panel on AI. Learn all about him in today's speaker…

The Peach Cobbler Factory launching loyalty program

September 18, 2025

The Peach Cobbler Factory is launching a loyalty program, "Peachy Points Loyalty Program," that will reward customers with exclusive deals and other perks.

Chicken Salad Chick: In a category of 1

Discover how Chicken Salad Chick CEO Scott Deviney transformed a 32-location startup into a 309-unit fast casual empire in under a decade.

Qdoba opening 50 locations in 5-state deal

September 18, 2025

Qdoba Mexican Eats is opening 50 restaurants across five states in the Southwest as part of an agreement with B Wild Investments.

Nature’s Table adding 10 franchised locations in Florida

September 18, 2025

Fast Fresh Brands, the parent company of Nature's Table, signed two agreements to open 10 franchise locations in Florida.

PAR Technology launches PAR Games to revolutionize loyalty programs

September 17, 2025

PAR Technology Corporation, a provider of foodservice technology, has launched PAR Games, an interactive loyalty platform designed to boost customer engagement…

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill relaunches franchise program

September 16, 2025

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, a fast casual brand with roots in South Beach, has relaunched its franchise program with a "Lime 2.0" model aimed at nationwide…

Scooter’s chief growth officer: 'Coffee franchises offer stability, scalability'

by Tim Arpin — Chief Growth Officer, Scooter’s Coffee

Scooter's Chief Growth Officer Tim Arpin said the demand for coffee has translated into a thriving franchise industry with no signs of slowing down.

7 Brew Drive-Thru opening 200 locations

September 16, 2025

Franchise Equity Partners has acquired a majority stake in 7 Crew, the second-largest franchisee of 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee, in a deal aimed at fueling the…

Founderology Growth Summit: The Breakthrough Experience Founders MUST Attend

The Founderology Growth Summit is a breakthrough experience designed for Founders who are looking to scale. Every moment, from the first conversation to the…

Which Wich opening in Scotland

September 16, 2025

Texas-based Which Wich Superior Sandwiches is expanding into Scotland, marking the latest phase of its rapid growth across the United Kingdom.