'Brisky Business' on the BurgerFi menu

April 4, 2016

The burger is a double beef-patty, featuring a short rib and brisket blend, topped with a layer of sweet and tart homemade tomato jam, candied smoked bacon and…

Free webinar: Are your mobile engagement strategies too old school?

April 4, 2016

Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach, and marketers must become familiar with what strategies and tactics will work and also the surprises that…

DST, Mood Media hosting webinar on maximizing the customer experience at fast casuals, QSRs

April 4, 2016

Digital signage technology has evolved to create virtually unlimited options. So how are quick-service restaurants and fast casuals using those options for…

Fujifilm offers $50 Amazon gift card drawing for kiosk survey participants

April 4, 2016

FujiFilm is offering a short survey to learn more about kiosk service and support for the kiosk fleet. After the survey is closed, the company will give away a…

Captain D's pays homage to its roots with Nashville Hot Fish LTO

April 4, 2016

Captain D's LLC has launched launched its Nashville Hot Fish.

Trademarking 101: Can Chipotle be the 'Chipotle of the better-burger' segment?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The term "better burger" may prove difficult to trademark, however, as it's been widely used among media and other restaurant operators to describe a variety…

Why millennials make valuable franchise partners

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Millennials have ignited rapid change in the industry and view franchising differently than the previous generation of business owners.

Slapfish CEO urges Summit attendees to 'make your most annoying customer your best friend'

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Slapfish founder Andrew Gruel responds to approximately 30 online reviews daily about his company — regardless of whether they are positive or negative. He…

Why investing in 'corporate governance' is key to restaurant survival

This will involve investing in legal counsel to prepare documents governing the relationships between your company's officers, directors, and shareholders…

HuHot vegging out

April 1, 2016

As one of this year's biggest menu trends is fresh food, HuHot Mongolian Grill has added several veggie options to the menu.

Juice It Up! customers receiving Açaí freebies

April 1, 2016

Throughout the month of April, guests may participate in an Instagram photo contest for a chance to win free Açaí Bowls.

Dickey's launches Pulled Pork Street Tacos

April 1, 2016

The gluten-free offering includes Dickey's pulled pork with coleslaw and spicy barbecue sauce, packed into a traditional Mexican-style street taco.

The Halal Guys opening in East Brunswick, New Jersey

April 1, 2016

The Halal Guys has partnered with Fransmart to expand the brand and is aiming to have locations open in the north New Jersey and D.C. area by year's end.

Newk's reaches halfway point in 200-unit growth plan

April 1, 2016

Newk's Eatery is celebrating its centennial restaurant opening by uniting system-wide to raise $100,000 for ovarian cancer research

Capriotti's expanding San Fran footprint

April 1, 2016

The chain will give its first 100 guests in line tomorrow 9-inch Bobbie sandwiches for a year, according to a company press release.

Cheese Whiz milkshake oozes onto Wayback Burgers menu?

April 1, 2016

The shake that blends "milk, vanilla bean ice cream and Cheese Whiz," may or may not be an April Fool's joke.

True Food Kitchen gets REAL

April 1, 2016

Those that earn sufficient points in the areas of Responsible (nutrition), Epicurean (preparation), Agricultural (sourcing) and Leadership (going above and…

Customers will ultimately pay the price from wage increase, says Sonic chief

April 1, 2016

The higher minimum wage will likely be paid for through menu pricing in order to keep franchises profitable, says CEO Clifford Hudson.

Revention integrates with TenderCard

April 1, 2016

Revention and TenderCard, a provider in the stored value industry in gift card and loyalty services since 1997, have partnered to offer a value-added product…

Freebirds COO now in dual role as president

March 31, 2016

Freebirds COO Bobby Shaw is now also the company's new president.