Genghis Grill launches 2nd Annual Health Kwest

January 15, 2012

To jumpstart the New Year, Genghis Grill is getting ready to launch its Health Kwest campaign Feb. 1. The weight-loss campaign will last for 60 days. Last…

u-sushi installs iPad ordering POS

January 2, 2012

U-sushi has deployed the Revel Systems Enterprise iPad POS and Digital Menu Board by Digital Menu Me systems in its Beveraly Hills, Calif., location. Both…

How Do You Roll? rolls into Phoenix

December 28, 2011

Austin, Texas-based How Do You Roll? has opened its first location outside of the Texas market, where the chain has seven units in operation. The newest unit…

African cuisine gains consumer appeal

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How Safari and Safari Express provide key insights into the lives of their owners and the flavors found in East African cuisine.

HuHot Mongolian Grill eyes 2012 expansion

November 28, 2011

HuHot Mongolian Grill will continue to stay focused on concept growth as the chain moves into 2012.

bd's Mongolian Grill signs on for more Louisville, Ky., locations

November 7, 2011

bd’s Mongolian Grill has announced the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with bd’s Mongo KY LLC. The Louisville, Ky.-based development group, bd’s…

Garbanzo Mediterranean debuts fall menu

October 4, 2011

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill is debuting four new menu items this week, including Chicken Tagine soup, Garbanzo Bean Stew, Grilled Portobello Mushrooms and…

Technomic: Mediterranean cuisine presents opportunities

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

September 22, 2011

Mediterranean cuisine is increasingly appearing on restaurant menus across numerous segments, according to recent research from Technomic.

Nando's continues US expansion

September 12, 2011

The opening of Nando’s Peri-Peri at Gaithersburg’s Washingtonian Center last week is the first of three new restaurants the company is opening in Maryland this…

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…