Cheesecake Factory opens Asian fast casual concept in LA

February 25, 2019

Owned by the Cheesecake Factory, Social Monk Asian Kitchen is now open in Westlake Village, California, in LA County. Developed by the creators of RockSugar…

Freakin’ Unbelievable Burgers prepping 2nd Michigan store

February 22, 2019

Freakin' Unbelievable Burgers is getting ready to open its second Michigan franchise location this spring, according to a press release.

Salata Salad taps David Wheeler as chief development officer

February 22, 2019

David Wheeler has been named Salata Salad Kitchen's chief development officer, a new role within the brand.

Wingstop launches 'Where Flavor Gets Its Wings' campaign, food truck tour

February 22, 2019

Wingstop has launched a platform and creative campaign, "Where Flavor Gets Its Wings," designed to showcase flavor varieties, according to a company press…

Collab Hospitality launches TYCA at Hai House concept

February 22, 2019

Collab Hospitality launched a fast casual concept this week, called TYCA, at Hai House in Palm Beach, Florida.

Uber Eats may sell off India business to a rival

February 22, 2019

Uber Eats is reportedly negotiating to sell off its India division to rival Swiggy.

Church's, Texas Chicken CEO relays value of bringing a 'franchisee's grit' to top job

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

On this podcast, the head of the non-profit Whole Grains Council shows QSR operators how to incorporate the ever-widening array of whole and ancient grains…

Free webinar: Optimize operations by running a data-driven restaurant

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Is your brand's data doing all that it can for you? If you have a sneaky suspicion you might be missing out, check out this March 7 webinar with Focus Brands…

DoorDash will use $400M investment to grow 325% this year

February 22, 2019

DoorDash has raised $400 million toward expansion of the app-based food delivery platform, which a news release said has already grown more than 250 percent…

London's Bluebird Chelsea hosting Avocado Show

February 21, 2019

The all-avocado concept, Amsterdam's The Avocado Show, will pop up at Bluebird Chelsea in London from March 11 through March 24.

Uberrito debuts menu for special diet needs, healthy lifestyles

February 21, 2019

Uberrito now offers a FlexMex menu for customers on special diets and healthy lifestyles.

Jury clears Chipotle in discrimination suit

February 21, 2019

After four hours of deliberation, a California federal jury ruled Chipotle Mexican Grill did not discriminate in firing an assistant store manager who had…

Modern Market, Lemonade create restaurant group, remain separate brands

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

February 20, 2019

Lemonade Restaurant Group and Modern Market Eatery have joined forces to create Modern Restaurant Concepts as a way to help both brands improve everything from…

Farm Burger plants sustainable item on the menu

February 20, 2019

Farm Burger will add a catfish sandwich to its menu come March 5, just in time for the Lenten season.

Shake Shack names board member, creates leadership roles

February 20, 2019

Shake Shack has filled several executive roles and has tapped a ninth board member.

Jersey Mike's opens at Navy base

February 20, 2019

Jersey Mike's Sub has opened a location aboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creed-Fort Story naval base in Norfolk, Virginia.

Do you understand the 'trifecta of restaurant expansion success?'

Expanding to more sites won't generate the same anxieties as the first opening, but you will encounter a different set of challenges. Lee Leet, CEO of QSR…

Sajj Mediterranean puts freekeh on the menu

February 19, 2019

Sajj Mediterranean is adding freekeh, a fire-roasted green wheat, to menus at all nine California locations.

The Pie Hole expands into wholesale, namesake menu addition selling well

February 19, 2019

Pie and coffee shop The Pie Hole is launching a wholesale division as part of its market and business opportunity strategy, and is now selling pies at Café…

Crisp & Green delivering more than healthful food to employees, customers

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

While serving good food is an important part of the brand's equation, CEO Steele Smiley said what sets it apart from other brands is its commitment to wellness.