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Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill forms growth partnership with Gemini Investors
February 8, 2012
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced a partnership with Wellesley, Mass.-based private equity firm Gemini Investors to grow the chain.
read nowBeautiful Brands adds create-your-own sushi concept to portfolio
February 8, 2012
Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced the official franchise launch of its new fast casual concept, Sushi Freak. The create-your-own sushi concept…
read nowFazoli's sets January sales record
February 7, 2012
Fazoli’s is off to a running start in 2012 with record same-store sales growth in January.
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Top 100: Einstein Bros. Bagels No. 19
February 7, 2012
19. Einstein Bros. Bagels Lakewood, Colo. / No. of units: 564 Einstein Bros. extended its presence into key U.S. markets with a well-managed growth plan. The…
read nowReport: Hispanic population growth influencing eating trends
February 7, 2012
The U.S. Census indicates that the Hispanic population is expected to grow 34 percent from 2010 to 2020. Foodservice market research company NPD Group has…
read nowEnergy efficiency project launched in California restaurants
February 7, 2012
A pilot project has been launched in California to promote energy and water efficiency at restaurants.
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Top 100: Smashburger No. 20
February 7, 2012
20. Smashburger Denver, Colo. / No. of units: 93 Denver-based Smashburger operates and develops corporate, joint venture and franchise stores across the…
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Top 100: California Tortilla No. 21
February 7, 2012
21. California Tortilla, Rockville, Md. / No. of units: 37 The Fajita Burrito, Carnitas Verde and a vegan-friendly No-Meato Burrito are just a sampling of the…
read nowQdoba wants guests to share the love
February 6, 2012
Qdoba Mexican Grill is encouraging its guests to share the love again this Feb. 14 with the return of its popular BOGO for a Kiss Valentine’s Day promotion.
read nowPanera Bread reaches 1,500-store milestone with Manhattan opening
February 6, 2012
Panera Bread has announced the opening of its 1,500th bakery-cafe and its first in Manhattan at Seventh Avenue and 29th Street.
read nowI Love Velvet intros restaurant solution
February 6, 2012
I Love Velvet, a hardware and software provider for the point of sale, announced its first product for the hospitality industry in the U.S. The first…
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Top 100: Nando's No. 22
February 5, 2012
22. Nando's Johannesburg, S. Africa / No. of units: 400-plus From its 1987 origins in South Africa, Nando’s has established itself as a worldwide presence…
read nowFirehouse Subs restructures marketing team
February 5, 2012
Firehouse Subs has announced the promotions of several key marketing members, as well as additional talent following comparable sales increases since late…
read nowFormer Einstein Noah CMO heads to Sonic
February 5, 2012
James O'Reilly, who recently stepped down from his position as chief concept officer at Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, has been namedsenior vice president and…
read nowStarbucks, Ai Ni Group partner on joint China coffee venture
February 5, 2012
As part of its ongoing efforts to help elevate the coffee industry in China’s Yunnan Province, Starbucks Coffee Company has announced that it has signed an…
read nowBuffalo Wild Wings taps eSite for business intelligence solution
February 5, 2012
Business intelligence firm eSite has partnered with Buffalo Wild Wings to help the restaurant chain expand beyond 1,000 locations by 2013.
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Top 100: Lime Fresh Mexican Grill No. 23
February 5, 2012
23. Lime Fresh Mexican Grill Miami Beach, Fla. / No. of units: 10 South Florida–based Lime Fresh Mexican Grill entered into a licensing agreement in 2010…
read nowEinstein Noah marketing & brand leader to leave post
February 2, 2012
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, operating under the Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels, and Manhattan Bagel brands, has announced that James P.
read nowBaja Fresh returns to Windy City
February 1, 2012
Baja Fresh Mexican Grill has announced the grand opening of its newest location in Niles, Ill. The 2,100-square-foot Baja Fresh is owned and operated by…
read nowNew Boloco lineup reflects flavors of India
February 1, 2012
The globally inspired menu at Boloco is giving consumers an inside look at the flavors of India with the launch of three new menu items: The Simple Curry and…
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