Cafe Rio debuting 52nd Utah location

December 6, 2023

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill is opening its 52nd Utah location next week at 1710 South Redwood Road in Salt Lake City. "We're thrilled to be opening another Cafe…

Oakberry opening 3rd Miami shop

December 6, 2023

Oakberry, which debuted in 2019 in Miami, added a third location Saturday to Miami Beach. Located at the Lincoln Road shopping district at 1674 Meridian Ave.…

FastCasual accepting 2024 Top 100 Movers & Shakers nominations

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The nomination deadline is Jan. 26

Wingstop launches 'spicy' couples card game

December 5, 2023

To bring awareness to its seasonal limited-time flavor, Maple Sriracha, Wingstop has designed a game to help couples connect over their love of the new flavor…

Sprinkles promotes exec to COO

December 5, 2023

Sprinkles Bakeries and Picnik Restaurants has promoted Justin Murakami to COO, recognizing his contributions in steering operational growth and innovation…

Slips, Slides, and Safety: Your Guide to Staying Upright During Wet Floor Season

The season brings a whirlwind of activity, but mixing increased traffic with the unpredictability of winter weather gets us a perfect recipe for slips, spills…

Rock N Roll Sushi serving branded sake

December 4, 2023

Rock N Roll Sushi has launched a branded sake in select markets thanks to a collaboration with Arkansas-based Origami Sake. Although alcohol makes up only 20…

Clean Juice entering Wisconsin

December 4, 2023

South Carolina-based Clean Juice is opening Saturday in Pabst Farms, Wisconsin, under the direction of franchisees Claudia and Charlie Wiggins. Marking the…

Korean robotics firm intros AI barista robot

December 4, 2023

FollettoRobotics, a South Korea-based manufacturer of laser printer solutions and systems previously known as Daeyoung Information System, has introduced…

Webinar looks at dining, consumer trends in 2023-2024

December 1, 2023

In a webinar titled "Restaurants in 2024: A Data Driven Look," RJ Hottovy, head of analytical research for Placer.ai, a location-based analytics company…

Tag Burger Bar reopening in Denver

December 1, 2023

Restaurateur and Chef Troy Guard's TAG Restaurant Group is reopening TAG Burger Bar next year at 10155 E. 29th Dr., in Denver's Central Park neighborhood.

Hawaiian Bros signs 5th multiunit development agreement

December 1, 2023

Hawaiian Bros has signed its fifth multi-unit development agreement since launching its franchising program last year.

It’s That Time Of Year: Is Your Retail POS Technology Ready For Holiday Pop-Up Shops?

If you’re selling products at a holiday pop-up shop or market this year, the right retail POS technology can make all the difference.

Mo' Bettahs doubles down on Las Vegas

November 30, 2023

Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food is opening it second Las Vegas location Saturday at 4390 West Cactus Ave., near the South Point Hotel Casino and Spa and…

Dickey's franchisee adding 30 stores to Canadian footprint

November 30, 2023

Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit is expanding its Canadian development with a 30-unit deal with franchisee Muhammad Faisal, who operates several locations in…

How Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill paved way for Middle Eastern cuisine in fast casual industry

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, QSRweb Editor Mandy Detwiler talks with Greg Willman, chairman and CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill…

Qdoba refinancing debt, growing to 1,500 units

November 29, 2023

A year after being purchased by Los Angeles-based private equity firm Butterfly, Qdoba has closed its inaugural $305 million whole business securitization…

4 ways AI can rescue restaurant operations

by Raju Malhotra — Chief Product and Technology Officer, PAR Technology

From supply chain disruptions and economic challenges to labor shortages and improving customer experience, AI is rescuing restaurant operations.

Rush Bowls opens 50th location

November 29, 2023

Rush Bowls, a Colorado-based fast casual concept known for its meals-in-a-bowl, has opened its 50th store. Customers may now order Rush Bowls in 22 states…

Chipotle drives holiday gifting with car napkin holders, mystery shirts

November 29, 2023

Chipotle Mexican Grill has designed a line of merchandise for holiday gifting, which includes Car Napkin Holders and Mystery Tees available for purchase…