NYC's soda ban ruled unconstitutional by appeals court

July 30, 2013

New York City's "soda ban" was ruled unconstitutional today by a state appeals court.

Charleys unveils Smokehouse Bacon BBQ Sandwich

July 30, 2013

Charleys restaurants, known for its Charley's Grilled Subs and Charleys Philly Steaks fast casual restaurant concepts, is highlighting the flavors of summer…

Dickey's adds whole meat offerings

July 29, 2013

Dickey's Barbecue, the Dallas-based franchise known for slow-smoked barbecue, announced today that it will begin selling whole meat options in all stores…

Celebrity Chef Mark Miller joins Boneheads

July 29, 2013

Boneheads Grilled Fish and Piri Piri Chicken, an Atlanta-based fast casual concept, has partnered with Mark Miller, James Beard award winner and celebrity…

KFC jumps into fast casual with new concept

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain's senior director of development discusses how KFC plans to succeed in the fast casual sector.

Cravings, customization driving higher burger consumption

July 26, 2013

According to new research from Technomic, consumers are eating burgers more often than ever before.

Jamaican fast casual adds mild option to menu

July 25, 2013

Ena's Jerkmania, an Ohio-based fast casual restaurant serving Jamaican food, has added a curry chicken rice bowl to its menu, a mild alternative to the…

Sneak peek at KFC eleven's menu

July 24, 2013

Louisville Eater has obtained a copy of KFC's new concept's menu. The concept, called KFC eleven, is set to open next week in the Highlands neighborhood of the…

Robeks debuts almond milk, date creations

July 23, 2013

Robeks is now offering three Almond Milk and Date smoothies for a limited time. Options include Strawberry Splendor, which features tender strawberries, nutty…

LA welcomes low-calorie fast casual restaurant

July 23, 2013

Hoping to take advantage of more customers demanding healthy menu options from restaurants, Skynny Kitchen opened July 9 in L.A.'s NoHo Arts District…

Mexican concepts still heating up fast casual

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Calexico owner predicts the trend of the 'artisanal chain' is spreading to all sectors in fast casual; Mexican food is no exception.

Gluten-free is no longer 'taste-free'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gluten-free adoption had to jump the availability and affordability hurdles, and most recently figured out flavor.

GrubHub reports growth in Pakistani, African and Halal cuisine

July 17, 2013

GrubHub, an online and mobile food ordering service, has released new data that reveals year-over-year growth in nontraditional ethnic cuisine orders.

Commentary: 4 tips for designing seasonal menus

Restaurants must feature menus that display what Mother Nature has to offer all year long.

Burger 21 president on why it's 'not always better' to be 1st

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Despite the well-established competition in the 'better burger' space, Mark Johnston is confident he has a winning brand.

'Fancy' dining offers clues about next big menu trends (Commentary)

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Will grains, seeds and kale pops show up on chain menus? Possibly.

Le Madeleine celebrating Bastille Day with freebies

July 11, 2013

In observance of Bastille Day July 14, la Madeleine Country French Café is inviting guests to celebrate the French holiday by indulging in a complimentary mini…

Study: Craveable menu items drive customer loyalty

July 10, 2013

Craveability is a major purchase driver for restaurants, with 83 percent of consumers saying that cravings are a main reason they purchase food away from home…

Zaxby's 'shakes up' summer menu

July 9, 2013

Zaxby's is shaking up its menu with line of premium milkshakes including past LTOs — Birthday Cake and Banana Pudding — and a new flavor, Chocolate Cookie…

5 Reasons Beef Fits Fast Casual [infographic]

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

This infographic shows how beef menu items can help increase traffic and check spend at fast casual restaurants.