Panera Bread taps DoorDash, Wing to offer drone deliveries in Charlotte

May 14, 2025

DoorDash and Wing, a drone delivery service, have partnered to launch drone delivery in Charlotte, marking the first time the service is available to city…

Lunchbox offering free order aggregation

April 14, 2025

Lunchbox is providing its clients with free Order Aggregation, which automatically routes third-party platforms like EzCater, DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub…

Marcos Pizza Joins CloudKitchens - Vallejo Food Pickup to Continue Growth in Colorado

Starting this March in Denver, Colorado, Marco's Pizza + Marcos.com, is preparing to serve its authentic pizza in a new ghost kitchen.

What Chef Robotics' $43M funding means for fast casual automation

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Since Sunbasket, a healthy meal delivery company, partnered with Chef Robotics in 2022, it has displaced 10% of production staff and increased consistency by…

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO talks economy, that kitschy name

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO John Stetson talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about weathering the economy, competing in a saturated market and that eponymous…

Perfecting QSR Delivery with POS Scales & Advanced Labeling

By incorporating weight-based verification with smart labeling and advanced point of sale (POS) scale solutions, QSRs can ensure order accuracy, transform…

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QSRNext session delves into QSR delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A #QSRNext session will explore innovative delivery strategies and the cutting-edge technology making it happen.

5 Reasons Why Your Kitchen Needs a ‘Smart’ Upgrade Now

Discover how upgrading kitchen technology transforms restaurant operations. Learn why brands invest in AI-driven solutions to boost order accuracy, speed, and…

Wonder exec opens Fast Casual Executive Summit with keynote about growth, evolution

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Jason Rusk gave the keynote address at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Denver Aug. 13. Rusk spoke about the rapidly evolving world of fast-casuals, and how…

8 strategies for handling high-delivery demand

by Navi Sidhu — Marketing Specialist, SpeedLine Solutions

In the fast-paced world of the restaurant industry, managing delivery peak hours is crucial for maintaining high customer satisfaction and operational…

Fast Casual Executive Summit session to delve into third-party delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

A panel of speakers will discuss third-party delivery at the Fast Casual Executive Summit next month in Denver, Colorado.

The Future of Kitchens: Introducing the Smart, Connected Kitchen

Despite the growing pressures from omni-channel ordering, kitchen tech remains overlooked. Qu envisions a smart, connected future where AI optimizes food prep…

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Juicer cuts dynamic pricing strategy

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

August 26, 2024

Juicer, a restaurant revenue management company that helps guide menu strategy, is cutting its dynamic pricing platform for delivery to shift its focus toward…

Making The Right Investment: Wired Vs. Wireless Barcode Scanners

Discover the pros vs. cons of 1D/2D wired and wireless barcode scanners to elevate your operations with expert guidance from Star Micronics.

Beyond the POS: HungerRush helps restaurants solve many challenges

FastCasual.com editor Cherryh Cansler caught up with HungerRush's Deepti Mendiratta at the recent National Restaurant Association Show to talk about how the…

Loop and Olo partner to streamline restaurant delivery operations

May 9, 2024

Loop, a SaaS provider for restaurant delivery optimization, has secured certified vendor status with Olo, a restaurant technology provider. This partnership…

Optimizing Omnichannel Experiences with Best Labeling Practices for SMBs

Explore the transformative power of Star Micronics' smart labeling solutions to elevate SMBs’ omnichannel experiences and increase customer satisfaction.

Why Every Café And Coffee Shop Needs A Linerless Sticky Label Printer

Linerless sticky label printers allow cafes and coffee shops to streamline processes, increase accuracy, decrease costs, and enhance customer engagement.

How Labeling Technology is Tackling Common QSR Challenges

Hear from Star Micronics experts, Bill Shuff and John Maieli as they explored significant labeling solutions play in optimizing online ordering and enhancing…

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Why Food Packaging Labels Are Essential to Online Order Fulfillment

Online order fulfillment and food packaging labels increase restaurant and grocery stores’ productivity, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.