Noodles & Co. reports huge losses, turn-around plan

March 2, 2017

Noodles & Company reported this week a net loss of $71 million in 2016, according to a company press release. Total revenue increased 7 percent to $487.…

Calculating the cost of DIY vs third-party SaaS solutions

by Dave Bennett — President & CEO, Mirus Restaurant Solutions

One expert takes a look at the dollars and cents when it comes to just how much a difference exists between DIY and SaaS solutions.

Nekter Juice Bar goes on the road

March 1, 2017

Nekter Juice Bar can now be enjoyed anywhere, thanks to the launch of the concept's catering program on March 1, according to a press release.

Tijuana Flats opens location in central Florida

March 1, 2017

Tijuana Flats will open a location in ChampionsGate, Florida, the concept's home state, on March 6, according to a press release.

Dickey's helps save police officers' lives

March 1, 2017

Dickey's Barbecure Pit is launching a new program aimed at helping protect police officers.

Ovens helping 2 pizza chains break new ground

March 1, 2017

Pizza brands are spanning the country with new locations in coming weeks, including Anthony's Coal-Fired Pizza in Chicago and Pie Five near the nation's…

Togo's brings back lemon tuna for a limited time

March 1, 2017

The Lemon Pepper Tuna Sandwich is returning to Togo's 242 locations for a limited time, according to a press release.

Mapping a route through industry roadblocks

by Dustin Minton — National Restaurant Practice Co-Leader, BDO USA, LLP

Learning how to manage in an oversaturated market can feel like trying to drive on a crowded highway during rush hour. In the moment, roadblocks and traffic…

The Impossible Burger debuts at Bareburger

March 1, 2017

The impossible has just become a reality as The Impossible Burger, mimicking the consistency, taste and versatility of a burger, but yet made from plants, will…

Fazoli's takes Italian down South, y'all

March 1, 2017

Tampa and Atlanta will soon see Fazoli's locations, thanks to franchise agreements signed with the brand, according to a news release. 

The LTO list grows: More chains drop lines for Lenten followers

To catch customers who observe Lent, as well as those who just like a good fish sandwich, here are some of the fishy offerings currently coming up on menus,

Amazon expands food delivery service

February 28, 2017

Washington, D.C. Amazon Prime members can now get deliveries from 150 restaurants, including Osteria Morini, Bolt Burgers, Pizza Mart and Maketto, according to…

Pie Five flies high in airport location

February 28, 2017

Pie Five boasts a new location in Baltimore-Washington International Airport, owned and operated by franchisee Creative Food Group, according to a press…

Cousins redesign highlights why Boomers are still important

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

Millennials are the age group of the moment, but the boomers who once held that title should not be forgotten just yet, particularly when it comes to…

Loma Linda Children's recognizes Farmer Boys support

February 28, 2017

World-renowned Loma Linda University Children's Hospital this week honored Farmer Boys Restaurants with the Shirley N. Pettis Award for outstanding dedication…

Fiesta powers up leadership, pushes forward despite lukewarm 2016 results

February 28, 2017

Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc.,  parent company of the Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana brands, released a freight-load of leadership, strategy and financial news…

Carl's, Hardee's activate new data analysis tool

February 28, 2017

CKE Restaurants is using the Quantifind Signum platform for restaurants in its Carl's Jr. and Hardee's chains, according to a Quantifind news release. 

Asian Box collaborates with 2 local suppliers

February 27, 2017

Rue & Forsman Ranch and Passmore Ranch, both based in CA, collaborated with Asian Box to offer their produce and seafood in the concept's six locations…

Blaze Pizza opens Cleveland location

February 27, 2017

Blaze Pizza has opened its first Cleveland-area location in Canton, Ohio, according to a press release. To celebrate, the concept gave away free pizzas on Feb.

Restaurant numbers drop as diners stay home

February 27, 2017

A series of restaurant industry polls and data analyses indicated significant change is underway in the restaurant industry, much of it not particularly…