Genghis Grill launches $10,000 giveaway

January 4, 2011

Genghis Grill has introduced a new healthy-influenced campaign in partnership with Dallas-based Medical City Hospital. The campaign, Health Kwest, challenges…

Private equity firm takes Noodles & Co. control

December 28, 2010

Broomfield, Colo.-based Noodles & Co. has sold a controlling stake in the chain to private-equity firm Catterton Partners.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill tumbles into Boulder

December 15, 2010

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced its expansion into the chain’s third Colorado market: Boulder. The 13th Garbanzo location will open…

HuHot heats up Facebook with gift card promo

December 8, 2010

For one day only, HuHot Mongolian Grill is having a Facebook Fire Sale on their gift cards. HuHot will give a $20 gift card to the first 200 people who…

Pollo Campero showcases health at Disney restaurant

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Pollo Campero teamed up with its Orlando franchisee Larry Levy to develop and launch Fresh-A-Peel, which features healthier menu items.

Genghis Grill launches social media-driven music tour

December 2, 2010

On December 11, Dallas-based Genghis Grill will mark the beginning of its first ever social media-driven music tour, Genghis Live. Local city bands that want…

Garbanzo adds 12th location to Colo. roster

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 29, 2010

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has added a second Colorado Springs location, set to open Dec. 3. The new restaurant will be the chain's 12th in the Denver area.

bd’s Mongolian Grill to celebrate ‘Mongo Wonderland’

November 18, 2010

bd's Mongolian Grill guests will go walking through a "Mongo Wonderland" this season. Through December 26, 2010, diners can feast on holiday favorites: Ham…

Genghis Grill launches interactive television channel

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

Last week at Genghis Grill's franchise conference, the group unveiled its latest customer-engagement tool: Genghis Grill TV.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill adds soup offering

October 25, 2010

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has announced the addition of four new soups to its menu. Three of the four soups are vegan friendly, while one features…

U.K.-based YO!Sushi heads to U.S. soil

October 18, 2010

London-based YO!Sushi is entering the U.S. market through an area development program spearheaded by full-service franchise sales outsourcing firm Franchise…

Slideshow: Fast Casual Executive Summit Food Tour

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The Fast Casual Executive Summit kicked off Oct. 10 with the second annual Fast Casual Food Tour.

Noodles & Company creates line of sandwiches

October 5, 2010

Noodles & Company has capitalized on the popularity of its noodle dishes with the rollout of several customer favorites as sandwiches. The offering is now…

HuHot Mongolian Grill launches express concept

September 29, 2010

HuHot Mongolian Grill has opened its first Express concept in Fort Collins, Colo., offering a scaled-down version of the original concept, but for grab-n-go…

Mediterranean diet spurs concept growth

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

How two concepts are providing healthful Mediterranean cuisine to Detroit and Denver diners.

Amsterdam Falafal launches franchise initiative

September 20, 2010

The Amsterdam Falafelshop, located in the Washington, D.C., area of Adams Morgan, has officially launched its franchise effort.

New Daphne’s CEO outlines brand future

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

When Daphne’s Greek Café founder George Katakalidis filed for bankruptcy protection in January, the news came as a shock to many restaurant industry insiders.

Genghis Grill opens first Ga. location

September 14, 2010

Genghis Grill is opening a new location in Buford, Ga., its first Atlanta area restaurant and its first in the state.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill partners with Mocapay

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September 6, 2010

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill has entered into a strategic partnership with Denver-based Mocapay for its mobile marketing solutions, to be used at Garbanzo’s…

Genghis Grill reaches 50 locations

September 1, 2010

Genghis Grill – The Mongolian Stir Fry, will open its 50th location September 4 in Houston.