Achieving chain transparency, farm-to-table in fast casual

by Katy Jones — VP of Marketing, FoodLogiQ

Not only are consumers thrilled to have same-day harvests on their plates, they are increasingly drawn to brands that demonstrate sustainability and supply…

Naf Naf launches delivery through Doordash

September 12, 2018

Naf Naf, a Middle Eastern inspired fast casual, has launched delivery service via DoorDash, and to celebrate is waiving delivery fees for a limited time…

5 free ways to get customers talking about your brand

Word of mouth is the most cost-effective way to grow your restaurant because when your current customers tell their friends, you get new customers at no…

Chorizo is back at Chipotle

September 11, 2018

Chipotle Mexican Grill has added chorizo back to the menu as an LTO.

Zoup to open in Malvern

September 11, 2018

Zoup is set to open its first Malvern, Philadelphia, location on Sept. 24, under the direction of five-time franchisees Paul and Julie Diaz, according to a…

Tijuana Flats hosts charity event to help fight cancer

September 11, 2018

Tijuana Flats' Just in Queso Foundation is hosting a charity event — Chip in the Fight Against Cancer — today through Sept. 30, according to a press release.

Nekter Juice Bar partners with Grubhub, Doordash, Postmates

September 11, 2018

Nekter Juice Bar has aligned with three third-party delivery providers, Grubhub, Doordash and Postmates, to make it easier for guests to get Nekter Juice Bar…

Taco Bell, Chick-fil-A, McDonald's, Domino's. driving restaurant sector sales growth through year's end

September 11, 2018

Technomic today released its Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report 2018 Forecast indicating that for those leading 500 chains, sales will grow 3.2 percent by year's…

I Love Juice Bar to open 50th location

September 10, 2018

I Love Juice Bar will open its fiftieth location Sept. 28 in McKinney, Texas. It will be the brand's first location to offer drive-thru service and a digital…

Melt Shop opens in Staten Island Mall

September 10, 2018

Melt Shop is opening its location in the Staten Island Mall, marking Melt Shop's first location in Staten Island, according to a press release.

Fatburger, Buffalo's Express to open in Singapore

September 10, 2018

FAT Brands, parent company of Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express, is opening its location in Singapore in partnership with Singapore-based restaurant management…

Yogurtland launches franchising technology through ByPass, 7shifts partnership

September 10, 2018

Yogurtland locations across the United States will feature technology partners Bypass and 7shifts, according to a press release.

Captain D's opens Plano location

September 10, 2018

Captain D's opened its franchised location today in Plano, Texas. This location marks the brand's fifteenth statewide, according to a press release. 

Zoup to open in Northern Kentucky

September 7, 2018

Zoup! is opening a location this fall in Florence, Kentucky -- part of the metro Cincinnati market, according to a press release. 

2018 Fast Casual State of Industry report now available for download

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Now in its 10th edition, the Fast Casual State of the Industry delivers insights and actionable intelligence on everything from workforce and business strategy…

Dickey's Barbecue Pit serves up lunch for teachers

September 7, 2018

Dickey's Barbecue Pit franchisees delivered free barbecue to thousands of teachers nationwide during teacher in-service days to express appreciation for their…

Proper Food to open NYC location

September 7, 2018

Proper Food, founded in 2013 in San Francisco, will open its first New York City location later this month, according to a press release. 

Fazoli's raising $100K for Feed the Children

September 7, 2018

Fazoli's is on a mission to raise $100,000 this month for Feed the Children, a nonprofit with a vision to create a world where no child goes to bed hungry.

Jersey Mike's Subs opens airport, college campus locations

September 7, 2018

Jersey Mike's Subs opened two non-traditional restaurants last week: one on the campus of Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey, and another in…

Cutting out the middle man: Farmer's Fridge disrupts convenience dining

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The marriage of fresh food with IoT technology has proven to be a winning combination for Farmer's Fridge, a company whose offering presents a refreshing…