Nekter launches 'take-and-make' smoothies

March 27, 2020

To help meet the need for healthy, convenient products, Nekter Juice Bar has developed made-to-order, pre-portioned frozen versions of its smoothies, so…

Wow Bao wants to be your next revenue stream

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Chicago-based chain is giving restaurant brands all over the U.S. access to another revenue stream by allowing them to serve a limited menu of its Bao…

Boloco CEO: 'It was a miraculous day'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

COVID-19 is taking its toll on businesses across the U.S., and Boloco CEO John Pepper wasn't going down without a fight.

Proactive Measures in Historic Times

Hot Head Burritos has taken proactive initiatives by installing a plastic sheeting “wall” at the serving line of its stores in response to the CoronaVirus…

Is the government's boost enough to save the restaurant industry?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Leaders of Firehouse Subs, Boloco and the National Restaurant Association weigh in on if the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act goes far enough…

U.S. on same COVID-19 path as China, says Starbucks chief

March 25, 2020

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson, whose company saw the coronavirus hit China back in December, believes the U.S. is on a "very similar" track with COVID-19.

Stimulus package to provide $350B in small business loans

March 25, 2020

The largest stimulus bill in U.S. history is almost reality, thanks to a deal struck this morning between the White House and U.S. Senate okaying $2 trillion…

Gusto offering dining bonds to pay employees

March 25, 2020

Atlanta-based Gusto has found an innovative way to generate revenue for their employees by creating dining bonds. Customers who purchase a $100 dining bond now…

Yelp findings show consumer interests in pandemic-stricken US

March 25, 2020

Yelp released its Coronavirus Economic Impact Report that shows some consumer trends developing amidst the nation's fight against COVID-19 infections…

Revention launches order/delivery bundle providing no-contact delivery

March 25, 2020

Revention, a restaurant order management provider, is offering an online ordering and delivery starter bundle, at a reduced price, as restaurants grapple with…

How Cousins Subs is delaying layoffs as long as possible

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Like many restaurant concepts trying to survive COVID-19, sales are down at Cousins Subs, a Wisconsin-based chain with more than 100 locations. CEO Christine…

National Restaurant Show canceled due to COVID-19 safety concerns

March 24, 2020

The National Restaurant Association is canceling this year's show citing concerns regarding the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Caliburger adds pay-with-face option amid COVID-19

March 24, 2020

CaliBurger is adding a variety of tools to its Pasadena, California, restaurant to help fight the spread of viruses like COVID-19, according to a press release…

Florida restaurant transforms into digital farmer's market

March 24, 2020

Naked Farmer, a fast casual restaurant that had planned to open next month in Tampa Bay, is delaying its restaurant opening date and is launching a digital…

DoorDash launches #OpenForDelivery campaign to support restaurants

March 23, 2020

Over the past several days, cities and states have had to restrict the operations of restaurants, which may lead to the foodservice industry losing  $22…

Restaurant food distributors estimate losses of $24B in 3 months

March 23, 2020

The restaurant industry is hurting and so are its food distributors, who are expected to lose $24 billion over the next three months alone as the pandemic…

Balance Grille, Mooyah helping industry navigate COVID-19 crisis

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

As the restaurant industry adjusts to the crisis that is COVID-19, leaders of two fast casual brands, Balance Grill and Mooyah, are doing their best to make…

Bill Kurtis using iconic voice to support restaurant industry

March 23, 2020

Television journalist Bill Kurtis known for his iconic voice is now using it to urge Americans to support the industry by ordering carryout and delivery as…

Restaurant transactions down 8% amid COVID-19

March 23, 2020

With the coronavirus pandemic spreading throughout the country, more people working from home and social distancing guidance in place, U.S. restaurant customer…

13 tips to consider when pivoting to a take-out, delivery model

by Nancy A Shenker — CEO, theONswitch, LLC

With COVID-19 in full swing, shifting to a carry-out and delivery model is key to restaurant survival.