HuHot offering back to school offers

August 24, 2011

HuHot Mongolian Grill is rewarding its loyal guests with two exclusive offers this month to celebrate back-to-school time.

Noodles & Company launches summertime LTO

May 31, 2011

Noodles & Company is offering a summer twist to its salad line-up that features fresh ingredients and big flavor. The new salads are the Backyard Barbecue…

Kelly Slater named as Daphne’s California Greek brand ambassador

May 5, 2011

Daphne’s California Greek has announced that 10-time surfing world champion Kelly Slater has become a brand partner and ambassador for the company’s commitment…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill rolls out spring menu additions

May 4, 2011

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced the addition of three new menu items – tzatziki sauce, pomegranate lemonade and mint lemonade.

Genghis Grill’s HealthKwest gives chain energy boost

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How Genghis Grill's HealthKwest campaign yielded social media growth.

Top 100: Bistro Babusan No. 95

April 10, 2011

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Genghis Grill opens first location in Alabama

April 10, 2011

Genghis Grill will be opening its first location in Hoover, Ala., that will bring 45 new jobs to the market.

Daphne's California Greek unveils new brand identity

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The former Daphne's Greek Cafe has changed its logo, name and corporate culture since August 2010.

Sodexo to open Indian fast casual restaurant

March 20, 2011

Sodexo Inc. has announced today that it has signed a master retail license agreement with the award-winning Indian concept, Café Spice, to bring traditional…

2011 Top 100 Movers and Shakers

FastCasual.com's sixth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands and innovations leading the industry.

Zoës Kitchen promotes Kevin Miles to president

March 14, 2011

Zoës Kitchen has announced that Greg Dollarhyde, its current chairman and CEO, will return to his position as executive chairman following the appointment of…

Garbanzo uses Facebook to launch customer-diet initiative

February 23, 2011

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill introduced its Mediterranean Middle Meltdown (MMM) Diet initiative in early February on the company’s Facebook page.

Sushi bar How Do You Roll? opening in San Antonio

February 20, 2011

The San Antonio Business Journal reports that Austin-based maki sushi bar How Do You Roll? will open in San Antonio this spring.

Genghis Grill promo to track 54 contestants

February 17, 2011

Genghis Grill’s Health Kwest campaign will track the journey of 54 contestants vying to win $10,000.

My Maki lets patrons make their own sushi

January 30, 2011

My Maki has opened its first location in New York City between Third and Lexington avenues. My Maki is a build-your-own sushi concept with an ordering process…

bd’s Mongolian Grill returns Fun Fresh Food promo

January 17, 2011

bd’s Mongolian Grill is bringing back its popular Fun Fresh Food promotion now through March 6.

Genghis Grill joint venture brings units to the Southeast

January 17, 2011

Genghis Grill has signed on franchisee group, JNE (Jordan, Nicholas, Elliott) Mongolian LLC, to lead the Tampa, Fla., market and Chris Carroll, an existing…

Zoës Kitchen names new COO

January 16, 2011

Zoës Kitchen has announced the appointment of Kevin Miles to chief operating officer, a new position for the company.

Genghis Grill to conquer the Capital

January 12, 2011

Genghis Grill – The Mongolian Stir Fry has signed on franchisee Carlos Politano to lead the chain's expansion into the Washington, D.C. market.

Daphne’s Greek Café undergoes name change, brand overhaul

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

January 12, 2011

As outlined last year when Daphne’s Greek Café was purchased by Trefethen Advisors LLC, the chain has undergone a complete brand overhaul and will debut a new…