Grubhub sold at a 90% loss: What does it mean for the future?

by Robin Gagnon — Co-Founder and CEO of We Sell Restaurants, We Sell Restaurants

The Grubhub sale isn't just an isolated incident; it's an indicator that the current model is not sustainable.

Samsung, SoundHound AI among 2024 Automation and Self Service award winners

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Self-Service Innovation Summit announced the winners of its fifth annual Automation & Self-Service Awards on Dec. 10, recognizing the most innovative…

Top 5 reasons to attend RFIS in Myrtle Beach

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The early bird deadline ends Friday, Dec. 20.

Mo' Bettahs adding locations in home state

December 16, 2024

The Greater Salt Lake area is saying hello to not one, but two locations of Mo'Bettahs when stores by year's end in West Jordan at 7862 S 5600 W., and in…

Johnny Rockets adds 11 international locations in 2024

December 16, 2024

Johnny Rockets is finishing 2024 with 11 international openings, according to parent company FAT Brands. International locations account for nearly 55 % of…

BurgerFi resold to founder of Happy's Pizza

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

December 13, 2024

A few weeks after BurgerFi and Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Wings sold assets to TREW Capital, the companies are again in new hands.

Moe's entering Arizona

December 13, 2024

Atlanta-based Moe's Southwest Grill, owned by GoTo Foods, is entering Arizona next week at Pebble Creek Marketplace (15611 West McDowell Road) as the first of…

Gong cha using self-service technology to grow US footprint

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Gong cha's successful implementation of self-service kiosks, highlighted at the Self-Service Innovation Summit, enhances customer experience, boosts efficiency…

Paris Baguette opening 7th Virginia location

December 12, 2024

Paris Baguette, which has over 4,000 cafes worldwide, is growing in America. With nearly 200 open in the U.S. and more in development, the company is opening…

Restaurant365 survey shows labor, sales challenges top 2025 hurdles

December 12, 2024

Food and labor costs increases continue to plague restaurant leaders, with 88% experiencing rising staff expenses compared to 89% in a study last year.

Naf Naf Grill opens within in Love's Travel Stop

December 11, 2024

Naf Naf Grill opened its 41st location within Love's Travel Stops in White House, Tennessee, at 1001 Highway 76.

Wing Snob making Florida debut

December 11, 2024

Wing Snob is opening its first Florida restaurant by year's end in Riverview. Additional locations are also set to open in Tampa and Davie.

Mountain Mike's Pizza CEO talks tight operations, growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Metevier has more than 30 years in the restaurant business and said franchising is not for the faint of heart.

Starbucks’ Red Cup Day makes a comeback

by Shira Petrack — Content Manager, Placer.ai

Starbucks received more visits over the week of Red Cup Day than it did during the week of the Pumpkin Spice Latte Launch.

Ziggi's entering South Carolina

December 10, 2024

Ziggi's Coffee will open Tuesday at 102 W. Greenwood St., in Abbeville, South Carolina, marking its entry into the state.

I Heart Mac & Cheese founder launching coffee concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

December 10, 2024

Pilar Coffee Bar and Iced Treats is debuting its flagship location this month at The Cove in Deerfield Beach, Florida. The menu features specialty lattes, iced…

Zaro's Family Bakery offering licensing opportunities

December 9, 2024

New York-based Zaro's Family Bakery, a fourth-generation family business serving Black & White Cookies and classic baked goods, is offering licensing…

Ya Oaxaca receives $100K from PepsiCo

December 9, 2024

PepsiCo named Ya Oaxaca, a food company that crafts artisanal Mexican mole sauces, adobos and salsas, the winner of the Greenhouse Accelerator Program: Juntos…

Chicken Salad Chick CEO talks chicken salad game

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of QSRweb.com and PizzaMarketplace.com, chats with Scott Deviney, CEO of…

Voice AI to dominate industry in coming year, says SoundHound AI exec

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

Everyone knows that AI is taking the world by storm and transforming customer experience across restaurants, retail, self-service, and more, but a subset of…