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Loyalty program fueling growth at Pokeworks
September 24, 2025
The updated program resulted in an 80% increase in members acquired through digital channels and double-digit loyalty sales growth every month since its launch.
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Yoshinoya opens 1st double drive-thru unit
September 24, 2025
Yoshinoya, a Japanese fast casual concept, has opened its 101st location in Compton, California, featuring its first double drive-thru.
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Founders' Collaborative launches as free community for restaurant entrepreneurs
September 23, 2025
A free virtual community for founders called the Founders' Collaborative launched this week, powered by industry publications FastCasual and QSRWeb and…
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Swig boosting ratings with real-time guest feedback
September 23, 2025
In an effort to collect better customer feedback, Swig, a drive-thru chain known for its dirty sodas is partnering with Ovation, a guest experience and…
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Pepper Lunch opening in Arizona
September 23, 2025
Pepper Lunch, a Japanese fast casual chain, is celebrating the grand opening of its first Arizona location this weekend at Arizona State University.
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Portillo’s CEO stepping down
September 23, 2025
Chicago-based Portillo's Inc. announced Monday that its board of directors has appointed Chairman Michael A. Miles Jr. as interim CEO, effective immediately.
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Penn Station partners with Barstool, Virtual Dining Concepts on LTO
September 23, 2025
Penn Station East Coast Subs is collaborating with Barstool Sports' "Pardon My Take" podcast and Virtual Dining Concepts to introduce a menu item, the Mega…
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Blaze Pizza offers free pizza during grand opening in Linden, New Jersey
September 22, 2025
Blaze Pizza will offer a free 11-inch pizza at its newly constructed location in Linden, New Jersey on Sept. 30 in a grand opening celebration, according to a…
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Shake Shack names brand chief, plans Hawaii expansion
September 22, 2025
Shake Shack Inc. announced two major moves this month as it prepares for its next phase of growth: the appointment of Michael Fanuele as its first chief brand…
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Jimmy John's expanding in Canada
September 19, 2025
Jimmy John's opened its first Winnipeg location Friday, marking the sandwich chain's debut in the city with free sandwiches for its first 100 customers.
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Stoner's Pizza Joint launches Honey Hot Pepperoni Pizza
September 19, 2025
Stoner's Pizza Joint has launched its Honey Hot Pepperoni Pizza for a limited time only. The pizza is available from now through Oct. 31 at participating…
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San Francisco chef allegedly robs 3 bank branches due to financial struggles
September 19, 2025
Valentino Luchin, 62, a chef from San Francisco, is accused of robbing three bank branches in one day.
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The Peach Cobbler Factory launching loyalty program
September 18, 2025
The Peach Cobbler Factory is launching a loyalty program, "Peachy Points Loyalty Program," that will reward customers with exclusive deals and other perks.
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Qdoba opening 50 locations in 5-state deal
September 18, 2025
Qdoba Mexican Eats is opening 50 restaurants across five states in the Southwest as part of an agreement with B Wild Investments.
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Nature’s Table adding 10 franchised locations in Florida
September 18, 2025
Fast Fresh Brands, the parent company of Nature's Table, signed two agreements to open 10 franchise locations in Florida.
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PAR Technology launches PAR Games to revolutionize loyalty programs
September 17, 2025
PAR Technology Corporation, a provider of foodservice technology, has launched PAR Games, an interactive loyalty platform designed to boost customer engagement…
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Lime Fresh Mexican Grill relaunches franchise program
September 16, 2025
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, a fast casual brand with roots in South Beach, has relaunched its franchise program with a "Lime 2.0" model aimed at nationwide…
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7 Brew Drive-Thru opening 200 locations
September 16, 2025
Franchise Equity Partners has acquired a majority stake in 7 Crew, the second-largest franchisee of 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee, in a deal aimed at fueling the…
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Which Wich opening in Scotland
September 16, 2025
Texas-based Which Wich Superior Sandwiches is expanding into Scotland, marking the latest phase of its rapid growth across the United Kingdom.
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Cheba Hut launches Thanx-powered mobile app, loyalty platform
September 16, 2025
Cheba Hut, a "toasted" sub shop, has launched a mobile app and loyalty platform in partnership with Thanx. The app, which includes a rewards program called…
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