Hot Head Burritos opens franchise in Massachusetts

August 1, 2018

Hot Head Burritos signed its first franchise in Massachusetts, according to a press release, with franchisees Tom, Greg, and Wayne Yvon, who already own one…

Franchisee brings more Dickey's Barbecue Pits to Los Angeles

August 1, 2018

Franchisee Marlon Russell is bringing three Dickey's Barbecue Pit restaurants to the West Los Angeles area, according to a press release.

B.Good launches delivery via DoorDash

August 1, 2018

B.Good is now offering delivery across the East Coast via a partnership with DoorDash, according to a company press release. As part of the partnership, for…

Cauldron Ice Cream signs Los Angeles franchise deal

August 1, 2018

Cauldron Ice Cream, an Orange County-based ice cream shop, has signed a multi-unit franchise deal for Los Angeles County with the first location opening late…

Gigi's Cupcakes founder to make appearance at Utah opening

August 1, 2018

Gigi Butler, who founded Gigi's Cupcakes in 2008, will highlight the grand opening Aug. 4 of the Logan, Utah location, according to a press release. 

Fazoli's soars in first quarter

August 1, 2018

Fazoli's has opened more than seven restaurants this year, with plans to open up to an additional five locations by the end of the year, according to a press…

Chipotle closes Ohio location after customers report illnesses

July 31, 2018

Editor's note: Updated with official response from Chipotle at 11:20 a.m. EST A Chipotle location in Powell, Ohio, has closed after customers claimed…

Pinche Gringo introduces POS to keep up with growing business

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The success of their first restaurant encouraged the owners of Pinche Gringo to open a second restaurant in 2017. An enhanced customer display system enabled…

Wayback Burgers partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of America

July 31, 2018

Wayback Burgers has partnered with Boys &  Girls Clubs of America, a  non-profit that operates after-school care programs, according to a company press…

Noodles & Company launches 3 zucchini-centric dishes

July 31, 2018

In celebration of National Zucchini Day on Aug. 8, Noodles & Company has created three zucchini-centric dishes and is allowing customers to swap zucchini…

Report: Panera Bread customers have deep emotional connection with brand

July 31, 2018

Customers have a deep emotional connection with Panera Bread, according to data comparing the emotional connection rankings of 50 of the top brands in the…

Rapid Fired Pizza signs multi-unit deal

July 31, 2018

Rapid Fired Pizza signed a multi-unit deal with Ed Newsome to develop more than 20 units in  West Virginia, according to a company press release.  

US Foods buys SGA's Food Group for $1.8 billion

July 30, 2018

Illinois-based US Foods said Monday that it's acquiring Arizona-based Services Group of America in a $1.8 billion deal that includes five companies known…

2018 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers highlight reel

Check out the highlight reel of the 2018 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers.

Chipotle brings vegan protein to UK

July 30, 2018

Chipotle has introduced its vegan protein item to its six UK locations, according to Catering Today. 

Captain D's brings back Lobster Feast

July 30, 2018

Captain D's is bringing back the brand’s Lobster Feast, according to a company press release, which features lobster four ways — Lobster Bites, Lobster Scampi…

Velvet Taco comes to Buckhead, Georgia

July 30, 2018

Velvet Taco is opening its first Georgia location in March 2019, in the town of Buckhead, according to a press release. 

How can a summer salad keep your brand relevant?

Michael Haith, Teriyaki Madness CEO,  talks about why summer salads impact brands relevance, and how to make a profit.

McDonald's, Starbucks, Domino's Pizza, Dunkin' Donuts: Which has the best app?

Data reveals which restaurants are on the right track with their mobile apps.

Starbucks COO says innovation key to reigniting falling frappuccino sales

July 27, 2018

Declining frappuccino sales have inspired Starbucks to up its game when it comes to specialty coffee options. The chain, which reported Thursday that global…