I Dream of Falafel launches franchise program

May 28, 2012

I Dream of Falafel has announced that it has been approved to franchise in Illinois and Wisconsin. The founders launched the franchise process in July 2011.

Daphne's California Greek launches music program

May 16, 2012

After a successful soft launch beginning in late 2011, Daphne’s California Greek has officially unveiled a multi-platform, new music initiative to discover and…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill to expand outside home state

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill is expanding outside of its home state for the first time since the chain's launch in 2007.

2012 Top 100 Movers & Shakers: Zoës Kitchen No. 2

May 8, 2012

Zoës Kitchen

Genghis Grill expands appetizer offerings

April 25, 2012

Genghis Grill has announced the addition of several appetizers, drinks and LTO's to their newly designed menu.

bd's Mongolian Grill promotes Brad Russell to director of marketing

April 24, 2012

bd's Mongolian Grill has announced the promotion of Brad Russell to director of marketing. Russell will continue to report to bd's Mongolian Grill president…

2012 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers

FastCasual.com's seventh annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands, people, technology, menu trends and…

HuHot menu explodes with Dynamite Shrimp

March 27, 2012

HuHot Mongolian Grill is launching its Dynamite Shrimp appetizer, available only in April and May.

Daphne's California Greek launches national franchise plan

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The new franchise program is expected to double Daphne's unit count over a three-year period.

FMS solutions partners with Bang Bang Mongolian Grill

March 20, 2012

FMS Solutions has announced that it will provide accounting and payroll services to Bang Bang Mongolian Grill. The fast casual restaurant chain joins more than…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill introduces compostable plates

March 12, 2012

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced the introduction of compostable entrée plates and Level 1 recyclable plate lids as part of its ongoing…

Noodles & Company expands in Central Indiana

March 12, 2012

Noodles & Company has announced that is has expanded its development agreement with long-term franchise group Sagamore Dining Partners LLC, based in…

HuHot Mongolian Grills kicks off video contest

March 12, 2012

HuHot Mongolian Grills is inviting patrons to “Feed Your Inner Warrior,” through a video contest this March with cash prizes.

Zoes Kitchen Facebook contest to give away "The Good Life"

March 7, 2012

Zoes Kitchen is launching a Facebook giveaway, Zoes Good Life, that will give one winner a huge grand prize. From March 6 – April 3, fans who "Like" Zoes…

Top 100: Genghis Grill No. 3

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

February 20, 2012

3. Genghis Grill

Top 100: Wow Bao No. 9

February 17, 2012

9. Wow Bao

Top 100: Zoes Kitchen No. 15

February 16, 2012

15. Zoes Kitchen

Daphne's California Greek adds grilled shrimp to menu

February 13, 2012

Daphne’s California Greek is introducing guests to its new grilled, herb-marinated shrimp menu item. Marinated in a combination of garlic, paprika and spices…

bd's Mongolian Grill opens first Pennsylvania location

February 13, 2012

bd’s Mongolian Grill is heating up Pittsburgh’s restaurant scene with the opening of its newest restaurant Monday.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill forms growth partnership with Gemini Investors

February 8, 2012

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced a partnership with Wellesley, Mass.-based private equity firm Gemini Investors to grow the chain.