Piada opening in Mall of America

August 3, 2015

Piada Italian Street Food will open its first Minnesota location inside Mall of America before the holiday season.

Newk's targeting Louisiana

August 3, 2015

Newk’s Eatery is coming West Monroe, Louisiana, marking the brand’s third unit in the state.

Fazoli's upgrades drive-thru process

August 3, 2015

Fazoli’s is shifting drive-thru operations into overdrive, turning attention to increased promptness and order accuracy at the drive-thru window.

Blaze to open in Canada

August 3, 2015

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza will soon open its first international location in September in Toronto, Canada.

6 dos and don’ts of successful loyalty programs

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Loyalty programs are a standard form of marketing in restaurants these days, whether they’re done digitally or via old-fashioned punch cards. All programs are…

3 restaurants selected to 'pitch' concepts at Fast Casual Executive Summit

July 31, 2015

Following a worldwide contest, three restaurants have been chosen to present concepts before a panel of investors and a live audience at the Fast Casual…

NRA: Dampened outlook causes decline in Restaurant Performance Index

July 31, 2015

As a result of a somewhat dampened outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index declined in June for…

Pie Five creating 'Pie-topia' in Kansas City

July 31, 2015

Kansas City will boast another Pie Five Pizza location come Aug. 7, when the chain opens its fifth Kansas City-area location at Glenwood Commons, on the corner…

UFood Grill CEO recruiting vets to become franchisees

July 31, 2015

In an effort to help veterans become business owners, UFood Grill is offering veterans a 50 percent discount on its current franchise fee, according to a…

Webinar download available: What Which Wich learned on its quest for perfect CRM

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Experts offered insight on how to choose the best customer relationship management partner and technology from the enterprise retailer perspective and the…

Now trending: Why unique chicken wing flavors are hot

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

While hot wings and barbecue flavors are some of the most popular flavors, fast casual brands, such as Wing Zone and Naked Chicken, are getting more creative.

So you wanna cater? What fast casuals should consider before going for it

While many restaurants are succeeding in the catering space, it's not for every brand.

Native Foods to save 100M gallons of water

July 30, 2015

Native Foods Café and the Surfrider Foundation have collaborated for their inaugural “Veg Pledge,” which seeks to save 100 million gallons of water.

Capriotti’s next step in nationwide expansion is Nebraska

July 30, 2015

The national sandwich brand is opening its first Nebraska location in partnership with franchisee Corey Tallman.

Say ‘aloha’ to Robek’s Hawaiian Acai Bowls

July 30, 2015

Robeks Fresh Juices and Smoothies announces new limited time menu item.

Groupon launches ‘Groupon To Go’

July 30, 2015

The Internet coupon service will expand into the takeout and delivery markets

Naf Naf Grill opening first Minneapolis location

July 30, 2015

The fast casual Middle Eastern style concept will open outside Chicago for the first time in company history.

Franchise industry group leader fires back on labor proposals

July 30, 2015

Proposed labor rules could destroy the industry, claims International Franchise Association chief.

Pie Five to open 25 locations in three states

July 29, 2015

Pie Five Pizza announced that HCW Development will open units in Missouri, New Mexico and Arizona.

Nothing cheesy about Sweet Lorraine’s Mac n’ Cheez! franchise agreement

July 29, 2015

Sweet Lorraine’s Fabulous Mac n’ Cheez! signed a franchising agreement for a fifth Michigan location.