Verts launches summer LTOs, test kitchen

July 14, 2016

In honor of the summer season, Verts Mediterranean Grill has created a few LTOs, including grilled corn, Greek salad and a beef meatball rice bowl, according…

Gyroville brings Mediterranean to South America

July 13, 2016

The Mediterranean is invading South America, Gyroville said in a press release. Gyroville, a fast casual concept serving traditional Mediterranean cuisine…

5 Tried-and-True Technologies that Improve Restaurant Operations

New technologies appear on the market on a daily basis, but there are plenty of existing applications that can help operators deliver a superior experience.

Pie Five opens second location in St. Louis

July 13, 2016

Pie Five and franchisee, TF Pie Group, will open the chain's second St. Louis location on July 15 on Hanley Road in Richmond Heights, according to a company…

Starbucks' China customers join the mobile fun

July 13, 2016

Starbucks this week brought its popular mobile-payment system to China as more than 2,200 stores nationwide are now equipped to handle such transactions…

Bojangles races for consumer interaction

July 13, 2016

The Bojangles' sponsorship of the Nascar Southern 500 race is being held this year with a sweepstakes that offers fans a chance to win either an "ultimate race…

Dickey's BBQ honors fallen Dallas officers

July 13, 2016

Today, Dickey's Barbecue Pit representatives said that 50 of the chain's Dallas-area locations will take part in a fundraiser to honor the Dallas police…

Saladworks executive chef puts innovation on the menu

by Matthew Harper — Intern, Networld Media Group

Newly hired Saladworks Executive Chef shares insights into what makes the fast casual restaurant an ever-evolving concept.

Sports fans would embrace mobile food, drink ordering at events

July 13, 2016

Ever found yourself hungry at a sporting event, run to the concession and then, due to long lines, jog back to your seat so you don't miss alot of action?

Charleys Philly Steak introduces new breakfast choices

July 13, 2016

Charleys Philly Steaks announced in a news release that participating U.S. locations will now include three new breakfast burritos and seasoned hashbrowns on…

The Halal Guys move into Virginia location

July 13, 2016

The Halal Guys is coming to Northern Virginia, according to a company press release.  The Springfield location is set to open the middle of this month. The…

Fazoli's implements new catering and delivery strategies

July 13, 2016

Fazoli's is expanding its catering technology through The Catering Institute and MonkeyMedia Software, according a company press release, in hopes of both…

Jamba Juice dives into Detroit area with new franchises

July 12, 2016

Jamba Juice announced a development agreement in a company press release that will yield 20 new locations in the Greater Detroit market. The eight-year deal…

Grubhub offers restaurateurs access to consumer ratings and reviews

July 12, 2016

Grubhub, the online food delivery service, announced the launch of its new faceted ratings and reviews system in a press release. The new system provides…

HuHot heats up Colorado market

July 12, 2016

HuHot Mongolian Grills is opening its seventh Colorado location Thursday at 8336 Northfield Blvd., #1600 in Denver, according to a company press release

BurgerFi opens 2nd Mexican location

July 12, 2016

BurgerFi announced the opening of its second location in Mexico in a company press release. Franchisee EFIT SA DE CV plans to open 40 BurgerFi locations in…

Captain D's lands new franchise in Alabama

July 12, 2016

Captain D's announced in a company press release the opening of its newest franchised restaurant in Montgomery, Alabama. According to the report, it is located…

Pie Five opens in Johnson City

July 11, 2016

Johnson City, Tennessee, is Pie Five's newest location, according to a company press release. The restaurant will open at 11 a.m., Friday at 2059 Hamilton…

Smashburger lands at Toronto airport

July 11, 2016

Smashburger has announced the opening of its first restaurant with franchisee HMS Host. The new restaurant opened at Toronto Pearson International Airport on…

Orange Leaf debuts new flavors, contest

July 11, 2016

Strawberry Serrano Lemonade Sorbet and Spa Day Sorbet are now available at participating Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt locations across the U.S. for a limited…