FAT Brand acquires Elevation Burger

June 20, 2019

FAT Brands Inc. just got a little fatter.

DQ on all things frozen 'n' sweet + Pancheros' fresh 'bake' on Mexican heat

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

From frosty and American as apple pie, to fresh and prepared to order Mexican, the QSRweb podcast today features one-on-one talks with American Dairy Queen…

Chef Chatter: It's more than just barbecue for Mighty Quinn's founder

Hugh Mangum, co-founder and pitmaster of Mighty Quinn’s BBQ, describes the authenticity of barbecue and how barbecue is "home" for him.

Chipotle: African swine fever doesn't bode big cost impact

May 24, 2019

The African swine fever will likely cause pork prices to boom and analysts at BMO Capital Markets believe Chipotle Mexican Grill is among the fast casuals that…

German Doner Kebab taps Nigel Belton as managing director

May 23, 2019

Nigel Belton has been named managing director for North America at German Doner Kebab.

Ballard Brands rebranding Wow Café to Wow American Eats

May 23, 2019

Ballard Brands, a Louisiana hospitality company, is unveiling a rebrand of Wow American Eats complete with a new logo, restaurant remodel and a refocus on its…

Bibigo Kitchen to debut in San Diego

May 21, 2019

Bibigo Ktichen, a modern Korean brand, getting ready to serve its fine-casual menu to diners in Fashion Valley Mall, San Diego come May 24.

Cowboy Chicken serves up LTO sauces, fruity summer sweets

May 13, 2019

Wood-fired rotisserie chicken brand Cowboy Chicken is offering a limited time lineup of three dipping sauces, called "kickers," through the end of June.

Five Guys taps Zenput platform to support brand standards, boost customer experience

May 9, 2019

Five Guys is rolling out the Zenput platform across corporate U.S. locations and plans to provide it to franchisees in the future.

Chanticleer, Beyond Meat team up on plant-based burger patty

May 8, 2019

Chanticleer Holdings Inc. and Beyond Meat are partnering on a 100% vegan patty alternative.

10 ways to upgrade your burger game

by Christine Potts — Senior Editor, WebstaurantStore

As customers become more health-conscious, foodservice establishments are choosing to offer both vegetable- and meat-based burger alternatives.

Smoked Burgers & BBQ hosting Kentucky Derby celebration

April 24, 2019

Smoked Burgers & BBQ, located at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, will celebrate the Kentucky Derby for a full weekend.

Chanticleer opens Little Big Burger in Seattle's Capitol Hill

April 22, 2019

Seattle's Capitol Hill is now home to a Little Big Burger on 12th Avenue and East Pike Street.

Dickey's Barbecue ramps up rewards in customer loyalty program

April 10, 2019

Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants is doling out more rewards to customers using its app and enrolling in its enhanced loyalty program called Big Yellow Cup Club…

Pork & Mindy's launching two Chicago restaurants this year

March 28, 2019

Pork & Mindy’s is getting ready to open two stand-alone locations in Chicago this year.

FAT Brands launches two co-branded locations

March 11, 2019

FAT Brands, parent company of Fatburger, has launched co-branded locations of Fatburger and Buffalo's Express in Westminster and Tunisia, California.

Sajj Mediterranean puts freekeh on the menu

February 19, 2019

Sajj Mediterranean is adding freekeh, a fire-roasted green wheat, to menus at all nine California locations.

Dickey's Barbecue landing in Bowie, Texas

February 13, 2019

A Dickey’s Barbecue will open in Bowie, Texas, by year's end, launched by Luke and Ashley Bates.

Melt Shop kicks off 2019 with 5th NYC location

February 11, 2019

Melt Shop has opened it fifth New York City location, this time in the Union Square community of Manhattan at 135 4th Ave.

Ono Hawaiian BBQ opens second store in Alhambra

February 7, 2019

Ono Hawaiian BBQ has opened its second Alhambra, California, location, in the Fremont Plaza, marking the brand's 79th location.