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Will Grubhub's new platform solve fast casual's speed problem?
January 23, 2020
In an effort to solidify its status as a leader in the $250 billion U.S. takeout market, Grubhub has launched Ultimate technology, a hardware and software…
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Coolgreens expects to grow off-premise sales by 100%
January 23, 2020
Coolgreens, which reported an 11.4% increase in 2019 year-over-year sales increased, is carrying that growth momentum into 2020 with major expansion plans and…
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Captain D's launches corporate store in Florida
January 22, 2020
Captain D's is kicking off its 2020 development effort with a corporate store that opened this week in Union Park, Florida.
read nowKura Sushi taps CrunchTime to help grow US presence
January 22, 2020
Kura Sushi USA, a technology-enabled Japanese restaurant concept with 24 units, has tapped CrunchTime Restaurant's Food & Labor Operations Platform to help…
read nowThe Halal Guys expands cloud kitchen portfolio
January 22, 2020
The Halal Guys is focused on expanding via cloud kitchens to boost delivery, pickup and group ordering option.
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Starbucks launches big commitment in sustainability
January 21, 2020
Starbucks is taking a multi-decade strategy to become a resource-positive company focusing on reducing carbon, water and waste by 2030.
read nowZoup Eatery opens in Bloomfield, Michigan
January 21, 2020
Zoup Eatery is now open for business in the Bloomfield Township, on Woodward Avenue, in Michigan. The store, according to a press release, began servings its…
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Uber sells Uber Eats India business to Zomato
January 21, 2020
Uber Technologies Inc. has sold its Indian food delivery business to Zomato, one of that country's largest app-based food delivery services, according to a…
read nowGreek from Greece Bakery-Café, Fournos Theofilos merge
January 20, 2020
Greek from Greece Bakery-Café and Fournos Theofilos have merged under the GFG Bakery-Café brand, a news release said. This month, GFG Bakery-Café plans to…
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Wendy's, Fazoli's franchisee fined $157k for child labor law violations
January 20, 2020
Wendy's and Fazoli's Louisville, Kentucky-based franchisee, Manna Inc., violated child labor mandates by allowing 14- and 15-year-old employees to both work at…
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I Heart Mac & Cheese expanding Florida footprint
January 17, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese has signed a two-store franchise deal for Orlando, which expands the brand's footprint in the state.
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Chipotle scores partnership wtih soccer star Christian Pulisic
January 16, 2020
Chipotle has created a digital-only menu item inspired by U.S. men's soccer star Christian Pulisic, who is now the chain's international ambassador.
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Just Eat rolls out exclusive mobile food delivery with Greggs Bakery in UK
January 16, 2020
Greggs, the largest bakery chain in the U.K., is launching an exclusive partnership with app-based delivery service Just Eat, following a successful trial in…
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Caribbean-themed fast casual opens in DC
January 16, 2020
Twin brothers Raymond and Aris Compres — whose parents opened a Dominican restaurant, called Los Hermanos, over two decades ago in Washington D.C. — are…
read nowWingstop finishes 2019 on a high note
January 16, 2020
Wingstop Inc. on Thursday reported a 21% increase in sales during the fiscal fourth-quarter, fueled by higher same-store sales in U.S. and a smaller increase…
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Saladworks hits 100 units
January 15, 2020
Saladworks, a Philadelphia-based concept, rang in the new year by opening its 100th restaurant. Located in Maryland, the restaurant opened Jan. 6 at 460…
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Huey Magoo's joins the hundo club
January 15, 2020
Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders started the new year off by signing its 100th franchise agreement. After celebrating the grand opening of three restaurants…
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Curry Up Now opening in Southern California
January 15, 2020
Curry Up Now is opening its first Southern California restaurant Jan. 29 in Irvine at 922 Spectrum Center Dr. The restaurant, which is known for its Tikka…
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Taziki's names COO
January 15, 2020
Taziki's Mediterranean Café has promoted Mike Smith, former VP of operations, to COO. Before joining Taziki's, he was the VP of operations for Hootwinc (DBA…
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Chicken Salad Chick expanding in Texas
January 14, 2020
Chicken Salad Chick is adding a location in Fort Worth, Texas' Ridglea Village. Following the brand's debut in Arlington last month, this unit marks…
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