Perkins' fast casual concept opening 46 New Jersey locations

July 15, 2025

Perkins American Food Co. is opening 46 units of its fast casual brand, Perkins Griddle & Go, in New Jersey. The first will open in October 2025 adjacent…

Shake Shack names Jamie Griffin chief people officer

July 14, 2025

Shake Shack has hired Jamie Griffin as chief people officer, effective immediately.

Naf Naf CFO named interim CEO

July 14, 2025

Greg Willman, CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill, has announced his retirement from the company, effective immediately. Current Chief Financial Officer Grady…

Starbucks unveils 'Secret Menu' on app

July 14, 2025

Starbucks is officially embracing its long-standing "secret menu" tradition, integrating customized drink creations directly into its mobile app. The coffee…

Former Papa John's exec named Deliverect president

July 10, 2025

Deliverect, a global food tech SaaS company that processed its 1 billionth order this week, has appointed former Papa John's executive Justin Falciola as its…

Currito unveiling 6 development deals

July 10, 2025

Currito is expanding nationally thanks to six development deals adding locations in Delaware, Ohio, Tennessee, Kentucky and Indiana.

Five Guys opens cloud kitchen in Seattle

July 10, 2025

Five Guys is firing up the grills at Lake Union Eats, a CloudKitchens delivery and takeout hub in Seattle at 1601 Dexter Ave. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 1…

Smoothie King secures investment from Main Post Partners

July 10, 2025

Smoothie King has landed a minority growth investment from Main Post Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer brands, said Wan Kim, CEO and…

Wagamama taps CEO to fuel US growth

July 9, 2025

Wagamama, a London-born Asian-inspired restaurant chain, has appointed Suk Singh as chief development officer to lead the company's U.S. growth and site…

Newk's welcomes back Chris Cheek as CDO

July 9, 2025

Chris Cheek is back at Newk's Eatery as chief development officer, a role he previously held from 2014 to 2019, when he helped it double in size.

Kura Sushi overall sales climb amid dip in comps

July 8, 2025

Kura Sushi USA Inc. reported a significant increase in total sales for its fiscal third quarter, ending May 31, 2025, reaching $74 million, up from $63.…

Fresh Kitchen reopening after fire

July 8, 2025

Fresh Kitchen, a fast casual restaurant chain specializing in customizable, healthy bowls, is opening its largest location next year in South Tampa at 1719 W.

How smart labeling can boost speed, accuracy in restaurants

July 8, 2025

In a webinar, "Smart Labeling for Growing Restaurants: Boost Speed, Accuracy and the Guest Experience," Star Micronics America Product Manager Bill Shuff will…

Habit Burger's 'hot dads' featured in calendar, 'Live with Kelly & Mark'

July 8, 2025

Summer just got a little hotter with the release of the "Hot Dads of Habit x UFC GYM Calendar," now available for order online. The five-month calendar is a…

SpotOn launches AI-powered menu recommendation

July 7, 2025

SpotOn, a restaurant management system, has launched "Picked for You," an AI-powered feature for its commission-free online ordering system, SpotOn Order.

&pizza debuts Pina Colada Knots

July 7, 2025

&pizza has introduced Piña Colada Knots. The sweet treats are baked, packed with pineapple and finished with a rich coconut drizzle and toasted flakes…

Thoma Bravo acquiring Olo for $2B

July 7, 2025

Olo Inc., an open SaaS platform serving over 750 restaurants, has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Thoma Bravo, a software investment firm, in…

Rapper helping Zaxbys intro Lemon Pepper Wings

July 7, 2025

Atlanta-based Zaxbys is entering the dry rub market for the first time with the launch of its Lemon Pepper offerings, available for a limited time. To…

Fast casual restaurants see June sales dip

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

July 2, 2025

Sales at small business restaurants, including many fast casual concepts, saw a slight year-over-year increase of 0.4% in June, but experienced a sharper 2.6…

Azzip Pizza releases lobster roll pizza

July 1, 2025

Azzip Pizza has dreamed up the Shell Yeah! lobster roll pizza as its July Pizza of the Month.