Chipotle’s founder explores Asian segment

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 3, 2010

A small team from Chipotle Mexican Grill, led by founder, chairman and co-CEO Steve Ells, is working on an Asian restaurant concept set to follow the Chipotle…

Pei Wei Asian Diner reports flat Q3 comps, traffic

October 27, 2010

P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc. has reported financial results for the third quarter ended October 3, 2010.

Genji Sushi opens fast casual eatery

September 21, 2010

Genji Inc., parent company of Genji Sushi, has opened a fast casual restaurant in Midtown Manhattan.

Street food adoption papers approved

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

I find it fascinating that some experiences stay with you forever while 1,000 others fade to nothing - as if never born. Have you ever had an experience that…

Mama Fu’s signs Pittsburgh development deal

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August 29, 2010

Mama Fu's has signed a three-unit area development agreement for its first locations in Pittsburgh, Pa. The first Mama Fu's location is slated to open during…

Mama Fu's targets Pittsburgh

August 23, 2010

Mama Fu's Pan-Asian concept has announced the first signing of a three-unit area development agreement for Mama Fu’s first locations in Pittsburgh.

Mama Fu's Louisiana development deal

August 16, 2010

Since its purchase by Murphy Adams Restaurant Group in 2008, Mama Fu’s has released a new prototype, retooled its menu and added an innovative “flex-casual…

Charley's brings back Asian BBQ sandwich

August 10, 2010

Charley's Grilled Subs will reintroduce its Spicy Asian BBQ sandwich Aug. 16, adding an ethnic flavor to the restaurant’s traditionally all-American lineup.

Sushi rolls (slowly) into fast casual

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What might seem an odd fit for fast casual’s price point and service style, finds some solid ground.

Pei Wei comps increase 3 percent

July 28, 2010

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Inc. has reported financial results for the second quarter ended July 4, 2010.

First Bistro Babusan location opens in Dallas

July 13, 2010

Bistro Babusan – Fresh Asian Fusion has opened its first location in a northern suburb of Dallas.

Genghis Grill partners with PeopleMatter for 90-day HR software trial

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June 13, 2010

PeopleMatter has chosen Dallas-based Genghis Grill to receive a complimentary 90-day trial of its Tax Credit Processing module within the PeopleMatter Talent…

Wow Bao adds online ordering feature to Facebook page

May 24, 2010

Wow Bao, a Chicago-based Lettuce Entertain You Enterprise Inc. restaurant concept, has launched a new "Online Ordering" tab on its Facebook page that allows…

Wow Bao adds online ordering feature to Facebook page

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May 24, 2010

Wow Bao, a Chicago-based Lettuce Entertain You Enterprise Inc. restaurant concept, has launched a new "Online Ordering" tab on its Facebook page that allows…

Flat Top Grill parent lands $12 million in growth funding

May 11, 2010

Chicago-based Flat Out Crazy Restaurant Group, the parent company of Stir Crazy Fresh Asian Grill and FlatTop Grill restaurants, has completed a $3 million…

Flat Top Grill parent lands $12 million in growth funding

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May 11, 2010

Chicago-based Flat Out Crazy Restaurant Group, the parent company of Stir Crazy Fresh Asian Grill and FlatTop Grill restaurants, has completed a $3 million…

Mama Fu's hosts Mother's Day promo

April 29, 2010

Mama Fu's Asian House is hosting a "Mamas Eat Free" promotion to give women a free dinner and most importantly a night off this Mother's Day.   From May 9-12…

Mama Fu's hosts Mother's Day promo

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April 29, 2010

Mama Fu's Asian House is hosting a "Mamas Eat Free" promotion to give women a free dinner and most importantly a night off this Mother's Day.   From May 9-12…

Bistro Babusan Asian fusion eatery opens

April 18, 2010

Al Bhakta, president and CEO of Genghis Grill Franchise Concepts LP, and Mark Brezinski, founder of Bengal Coast Restaurants LP, have officially opened their…

Bistro Babusan Asian fusion eatery opens

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April 18, 2010

Al Bhakta, president and CEO of Genghis Grill Franchise Concepts LP, and Mark Brezinski, founder of Bengal Coast Restaurants LP, have officially opened their…