Chipotle exec: 'No link found between Chipotle and actor's hospitalization'

November 13, 2017

Although Broadway actor Jeremy Jordan said Thursday that he was hospitalized and "almost died" after eating Chipotle, Chris Arnold, the chain's director of…

Pret A Manger expanding in North American, European transport hubs

November 13, 2017

Pret A Manger has signed deals to open throughout North American airports as well as inside European airports and railway stations.

Captain D's expands in Texas, Missouri

November 13, 2017

Captain D's has signed two new franchise development agreements that will expand the brand's footprint in Missouri and Texas, according to a news release.

Bobby's Burger Palace opening 1st airport location

November 13, 2017

Chef Bobby Flay's fast casual conceopt, Bobby's Burger Palace, has completed its first airport licensing deal. The company is partnering with Atlanta-based…

Wayback Burgers opens in Casablanca

November 13, 2017

Wayback Burgers has opened its newest store in Casablanca, Morocco. Franchisees Youssef Elmrani and Moutie Benhamza bought the rights to develop eight units in…

Zoe's Kitchen CEO blames hurricanes for Q3 sales decreases

November 13, 2017

Zoe's Kitchen last week reported mixed Q3 results with total revenue increasing 15.7 percent to $77.9 million but comparable restaurant sales decreasing  0.…

Smiling Moose ready to franchise across the globe

November 13, 2017

Smiling Moose Rocky Mountain Deli, which has grown to 15 locations in seven states since opening in 2003, is seeking experienced restaurateurs to help it…

Report: US foodservice revenues to hit $990 Billion, fast casual growth expected

November 13, 2017

U.S. restaurant and foodservice revenues are forecast to reach $990 billion by 2021, according to "Restaurants & Foodservice: United States," a report…

Noodles & Company CEO remains positive despite Q3 losses

November 10, 2017

Noodles & Company reported another quarter of loss this week, saying during an investor call that total revenue was down 6.9 percent to $114.2 million from…

Wingstop, Subway franchisees opening Tropical Smoothie Cafes in Texas

November 10, 2017

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has inked deals with two multi-unit franchise owners to bring at least eight locations to the Dallas-Fort Worth market, according to a…

B.Good seeking area developers to help fuel growth

November 9, 2017

B.Good, a Boston-based fast casual, is seeking restaurant operators to grow the brand nationwide.

Bellagreen unveils new look in Houston

November 9, 2017

Houston-based Bellagreen has opened a new prototype concept in Vintage Marketplace in Houston, marking the company's sixth opening. Formerly called Ruggles…

Buona expands hometown presence

November 9, 2017

Buona, The Original Italian Beef, opened its newest location last week to more than a thousand customers at 613 North McClurg Court in Chicago, according to a…

Panera announces CEO stepping down, acquirement of Au Bon Pain

November 9, 2017

Panera CEO Ron Shaich will step down as CEO effective Jan. 1, 2018, allowing him to better allocate his time between Panera; initiatives for JAB, which…

PJ's Coffee brewing franchising opportunities in Mississippi

November 8, 2017

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans, a Ballard Brands brand, is looking to open up to 30 locations in Mississippi over the next two to three years. Via franchising, the…

NRA applauds House decision to narrow definition of joint employer liability

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 8, 2017

The U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday passed the Save Local Business Act, a decision that the National Restaurant Association described as a win for…

Firenza Pizza going to Kansas City

November 7, 2017

Firenza Pizza is set to open its first Kansas City, Missouri, restaurant Tuesday in the Shops At Boardwalk at 8624 N. Boardwalk Ave., according to a company…

Muscle Maker Grill inks 10-unit deal for Kuwait

November 7, 2017

Muscle Maker Grill has inked a franchise agreement to open 10 locations throughout Kuwait, marking its first international territory. Committed to providing…

Wingstop testing delivery in Chicago

November 7, 2017

Wingstop is testing delivery of its wings, fries and new sides in Chicago following a successful trial in the Las Vegas market, according to a company press…

Chipotle upgrades mobile app

November 6, 2017

Chipotle has created a new mobile app that is available for download starting today on Apple and Android devices, according to a company press…