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Fazoli's opening 100 units in 2022
May 25, 2021
Although Kentucky-based Fazoli's broke its own development record in March when it ended the fiscal year with 20 franchise agreements calling for 50 locations…
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Jimmy John's hiring 10K workers
May 25, 2021
Jimmy John's has launched a three-day hiring event Tuesday to add up to 10,000 employees to work in its 2,600 nationwide locations.
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Danny Meyer-affiliated company invests in 7Shifts
May 25, 2021
The growth equity fund affiliated with Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality — Enlightened Hospitality Investments (EHI) — was the lead investor of $21.…
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Wingstop makes minority investment in UK arm
May 25, 2021
Wingstop, which has more than 1,500 locations worldwide, has made a minority investment in its UK business, operated by Lemon Pepper Holdings Ltd. The…
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Mountain Mike's climbs to new digital heights with app, rewards program
May 25, 2021
Mountain Mike's Pizza has launched its Mountain Rewards program and revamped mobile app that the brand said offers diners a chance at personalized rewards and…
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Freddy's taps Amazon's machine learning to analyze data, drive sales
May 25, 2021
Wichita-based Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers implemented a machine-learning program via Amazon to gather insights and maximize sales.
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Lemonade Mtn Dew making debut at Which Wich
May 24, 2021
Just in time for summer, Which Wich Superior Sandwiches and Mtn Dew are giving customers the chance to try Mtn Dew Vibe, a fountain drink combining classic…
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Hot Dog Shoppe creates 2 leadership roles
May 24, 2021
In preparation of expanding, Ohio-based Hot Dog Shoppe has created two roles, hiring Zach Weiser to lead field operations and Greg Kenyon to fill the role of…
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May 24, 2021
The Georgia Restaurant Association has tapped SpotOn, a provider of restaurant management systems and small business technology, as its "preferred technology."
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Husband-and-wife duo bringing Wow Wow Hawaiian to Florida
May 24, 2021
Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with husband-and-wife Andrew and Anju Lynn to bring five locations to Florida, marking…
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Shaq's Big Chicken names former Budweiser exec as CEO
May 21, 2021
Shaquille O'Neal has named Josh Halpern as CEO for Big Chicken, a fast casual restaurant concept with locations in Las Vegas and Glendale, California…
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PepsiCo giving $1M to Asian-owned restaurants
May 21, 2021
Recognizing the devastating business and social impact to the Asian American community over the past year, PepsiCo and The PepsiCo Foundation have pledged $…
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West African immigrants opening Capriotti's in Manhattan
May 21, 2021
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, which serves hand-crafted cheesesteaks, turkey subs and more, is opening this weekend in Manhattan at 1711 2nd Ave.
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Veggie Grill's meatless BBQ kit coming soon
May 21, 2021
Summers are for veggies, according to a press release from California-based Veggie Grill, which is launching a Summertime Plant-Based BBQ Kit.
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Shake Shack: 'Get vaxxed to get free fries'
May 21, 2021
Shake Shack is expanding its vaccination promotion in New York to all Shack locations in the U.S., excluding airports, stadiums and ballparks, to encourage…
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IHOP takes a another spin with Flip'd
May 21, 2021
Although IHOP first debuted its fast casual brand — Flip'd — two years ago, the 1,600-unit casual dining chain relaunched it this week with a few upgrades.
read nowMad Mex rolls out contactless pay
May 20, 2021
When life gave Pennsylvania-based Mad Mex limes, the 12-unit chain made margaritas and sold them via NCR Mobile Pay.
read nowDiBella’s Subs upgrades back-office system
May 20, 2021
DiBella's Subs, a 43-unit chain based in Rochester, New York, has upgraded its back-office system in all locations by partnering with ParTech Inc., a wholly…
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Chicken Salad Chick adding to Georgia presence
May 20, 2021
Chicken Salad Chick is continuing growth in Georgia with a restaurant opening June 15 in Thomasville. Located at 2551 E. Pinetree Blvd., it marks the brand's…
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Noodles & Co testing ghost kitchen
May 20, 2021
Noodles & Company, based in Colorado, is testing a ghost kitchen model in Chicago's Humboldt Park as a way to expand its 20 brick-and-mortar locations…
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