CIT: Fast casual has changed landscape through customization and quality

November 6, 2014

The fast casual segment continues to outpace the rest of the restaurant industry and will continue to do so, despite having higher price points than its QSR…

Blast 825 Pizza launches franchising program

November 6, 2014

California-based Blast 825 Pizza, a fast casual concept that is part of Milano Restaurants, has announced the launch of a franchising program. The brand is now…

What do restaurant operators need to know about Ebola?

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Ebola has grabbed the headlines, but operators need to be prepared for more mundane risks, like influenza and norovirus.

More UK restaurant consumers seeking alternative diets

November 6, 2014

Technomic has released its top five trend predictions for the United Kingdom foodservice market moving into 2015. They are listed as follows:

Fiesta Restaurant Group reports increases for Q3

November 6, 2014

Fiesta Restaurant Group, parent company of the Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana, reported comp growth for both brands in Q3 2014.

Bruegger’s Bagels launches 12th annual Bottomless Mug season

November 6, 2014

Bruegger’s Bagels kicks off the 12th season of its Bottomless Mug program today and will celebrate with Free Coffee Day on Nov. 13.

Juice It Up! reports sales, AUV gains in Q3

November 6, 2014

Juice It Up! reported a same-store sales increase of 11 percent year-over-year in Q3 2014, and an average unit volume increase of 12 percent.

Einstein Bros. Bagels and Noah's New York Bagels announce seasonal menu

November 6, 2014

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Shmear will return to the menu, along with Gourmet Apple Cinnamon Bagel and Cinnamon Toast Egg Sandwich, Cinnamon Winter Blend Coffee and…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill opens redesigned urban store

November 6, 2014

In addition design changes, the new prototype introduces breakfast service, a to-go and online ordering pick-up window, a catering area and inclusion of the…

Forever Brands merges with Falafill

November 6, 2014

The merger kicks off a year of growth for the combined brands, which hope to add 35 new units throughout Chicagoland in the next year.

NRA foundation announces partnership between Prostart, No Kid Hungry

November 6, 2014

Through the partnership, ProStart students will be able to earn hours toward their industry-recognized ProStart National Certificate of Achievement through…

McAlister's annouces 10-unit Houston area deal

November 6, 2014

McAlister's Deli has signed an agreement with Southwest Concepts LLC to open 10 locations throughout the Houston area, with one location slated to open in…

Potbelly sales increase 0.5 percent in Q3

November 6, 2014

Same-store sales remain down 1.1 percent year-to-date compared to the same period last year.

Jamba Juice same-store sales jump by 3.8 percent in Q3

November 6, 2014

Jamba Juice attributed the increase to strong performance by its fresh squeezed juice and whole food blending platform.

Top 100: People – Kelly Roddy, Schlotzsky's

November 6, 2014

Kelly Roddy, CEO of Schlotzsky's, is number five on our list of the 2014 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers: People.

McAlister's marks Nacho Day with one-day sweepstakes

November 6, 2014

McAlister's Deli will be doing a one-day sweepstakes in celebration of National Nachos Day on Nov. 6. A winner will receive free nachos for a year.

Fast Casual Executive Summit 2014 video highlights

Ever wonder what it's like to attend a Fast Casual Executive Summit? Here's a taste from our latest event in Denver.

The Smiling Moose is 'growing up'

The 11-year-old brand is freshening up its look with a new logo and updated store design.

Siftit breaks into Baltimore-Washington DC markets

November 5, 2014

Siftit, a technology provider that connects restaurants and suppliers, has launched into the Baltimore-Washington market. It also currently operates…

SpeedLine POS adds delivery enhancements

November 5, 2014

The newest release of SpeedLine restaurant POS software is aimed at maximizing delivery revenue with accurate fees and zones.