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Uncle Sharkii opening in Hollywood
March 11, 2024
Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar, founded in 2018, opens March 16 at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood, California.
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International Women's Day: 12 fast casual leaders reveal tech, leadership strategies
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
Twelve of the industry's female leaders discuss everything from AI and robotics to kiosks, mobile payments, menu trends and flexible shop formats. Hear from…
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Naf Naf rolls out kids meals
March 8, 2024
To please its younger guests, Chicago-based Naf Naf Grill has created Build-Your-Own Kids Meals. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all children's menus.
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Freddy's launches kids meals with toys
March 7, 2024
Wichita, Kansas-based Freddy's Frozen Custard has created kids' meals featuring a cast of characters led by its mascot, FredHead. Each meal features a choice…
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Big Chicken rolls out loyalty platform
March 7, 2024
Shaquille O'Neal-owned Big Chicken has launched a rewards program using Thanx's proprietary credit card integration, creating a data-driven, frictionless and…
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Webinar: Mastering the modern customer journey from POS to platform
March 7, 2024
While attracting customers is crucial, retaining them through a seamless and satisfying experience is paramount. While self-service options have their place…
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Family opening 2nd Swig
March 7, 2024
Husband and wife Doug and Shannon Fowler are opening their second Swig location next month in Arkansas. They opened the first one alongside their son, Chris…
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Survey: QSRs, fast casuals expand digital ordering in 2024
March 6, 2024
QSR and fast casual restaurant guests can expect to see more kiosks in stores this year, as well as new mobile apps and voice AI on the phone and in the…
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Anousone opening in Kansas City's Strang Chef Collective
March 6, 2024
Chef Anourom Thomson is expanding his Kansas City culinary footprint next week when he opens a location of Anousone at the Strang Chef Collective at Lightwell…
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Potbelly expanding with 18 franchises
March 6, 2024
Potbelly Corp. has signed agreements with existing franchisees to open 18 locations in Florida, Illinois, Missouri and North Carolina. The expansion is driven…
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Blaze Pizza to offer pizzas for $3.14 on Pi Day
March 5, 2024
Blaze Pizza will offer pizzas for $3.14 in celebration of Pi Day on March 14, according to a press release.
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Bb.q Chicken ad campaign features Korean lessons
March 5, 2024
Seoul, South Korea-based Bb.q Chicken officially said "annyeonghaseyo" ("hello" in Korean) to the American dining public by launching its first national…
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McAlister's surpasses $1B in sales
March 4, 2024
After unlocking untapped revenue streams such as digital ordering, pickup windows, tableside service, to-go, and catering innovation, McAlister's Deli has…
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Hawaiian Bros opens brick-and-mortar locations in Arizona
March 4, 2024
Belton, Missouri-founded Hawaiian Bros debuted its first two Arizona-based brick-and-mortar locations in Tucson and Glendale, Arizona, at 203 S. Wilmot Road…
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Boojum testing drone delivery in Ireland
March 4, 2024
Boojum, an Ireland-based burrito chain, is testing drones in Dublin's Blanchardstown area via a partnership with Manna Drone Delivery, Europe's largest drone…
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Atomic Wings doubling footprint
March 1, 2024
Atomic Wings, a 25-unit franchise, is doubling down on growth plans. Last year, it opened five restaurants, awarded 45 area representative contracts and is on…
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Tip automation available via Restaurant365
March 1, 2024
Tips contribute billions of dollars to the U.S. economy annually and comprise the majority of income for millions of Americans, according to the American…
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Panera cutting menu prices, increasing portions
March 1, 2024
Panera Bread is transforming its menu, adding or enhancing 20 soups, salads, sandwiches and mac 'n' Cheese. The changes, which include larger portions and…
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Sambazon rolling out franchising
February 29, 2024
California-based Sambazon, which serves acai bowls from eight cafes and is a key ingredient in bowls, smoothies and juices sold in over 30,000 retail…
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GoTo Foods piloting Qu to streamline ordering
February 29, 2024
GoTo Foods, formerly known as Focus Brands, has selected Qu as its POS platform for all seven of its brands including Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon, Carvel, Jamba…
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