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Sambazon opens 1st franchised location in Brooklyn
July 18, 2025
Acai bowl purveyor Sambazon has opened its first franchised location in New York at 1175 Fulton St. in Brooklyn, owned and operated by Pau Hana Group, a…
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Prime Roots offering 'slice of the future' to delis, pizzerias
July 17, 2025
A new wave of plant-based deli meats is making its way to commercial slicers, offering sandwich shops and pizza brands a way to serve up options that even…
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Nick the Greek, Pei Wei, Hawaiian Bros tap Lunchbox for faster growth
July 17, 2025
Restaurants are prioritizing swift digital launches, with brands like Nick the Greek, Hawaiian Bros and Pei Wei adopting solutions from Lunchbox, a multi-unit…
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Freddy's launches 'This Is The Good Stuff' brand campaign
July 17, 2025
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has launched its brand campaign, "This Is The Good Stuff," an integrated media initiative designed to encourage…
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Matcha Magic launches nationwide expansion
July 16, 2025
Matcha Magic, a woman and minority-led health-focused matcha cafe, announced a nationwide expansion plan, starting with its first franchise location at…
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California Tortilla celebrating 'Shark Week' with fin hats, freebies
July 16, 2025
California Tortilla is bringing back its popular "Shark Week" promotion, offering customers a complimentary shark fin hat with the purchase of a fish taco. The…
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Mokas brewing franchising plans
July 15, 2025
Mokas Coffee & Eatery, a 20-year-old cafe owned by JRI Hospitality Group, has unveiled franchise development plans.
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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…
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Shake Shack names Jamie Griffin chief people officer
July 14, 2025
Shake Shack has hired Jamie Griffin as chief people officer, effective immediately.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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.…
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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.
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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…
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