N.J.-based 1000 Degrees Pizza launching 20 stores in Austin

May 28, 2015

New Jersey-based 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizza will soon launch the first of 20 franchised locations to open in the state over the next 18 months.

Smasburger expanding east coast presence

May 27, 2015

Smashburger has added three new partners, which will result in 61 new restaurants and bring the brand’s total active franchise pipeline to over 350 units.

Fuzzy's planting flag in Florida

May 27, 2015

Texas-based Fuzzy's Taco Shop has signed four multi-unit development agreements to bring the concept to Florida.

Puerto Rican sandwich shop lands in Orlando

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

May 27, 2015

Puerto Rico-based El Meson Sandwiches is making its American debut in Orlando, opening the first of five-planned restaurants in June.

Tropical Smoothie targeting Denver

May 27, 2015

Over the next 10 years, the sandwich and smoothie franchise aims to open 25 locations throughout the city, including Colorado Springs, Highlands Ranch…

Fatburgr, Buffalo’s Express opens in London

May 26, 2015

Fatburger and its sister restaurant, Buffalo’s Express, are delivering its American fare to London.

Uncle Maddio's rolls out Florida expansion

May 22, 2015

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint will soon enter the Orlando market.

Crowdfunding a potential source of financing for restaurants

May 21, 2015

Restaurants in Arkansas are utilizing a new source for alternative funding: crowdfunding.

PizzaRev prepares for Colorado debut

May 21, 2015

PizzaRev will make its Colorado debut this summer in Boulder, followed closely by a second location in Lafayette, according to a company press release

Pie Five cracks Fast Casual's Top 100, expands North and South

May 20, 2015

Pie Five Pizza Co. claimed the third-highest spot on the annual Top 100 Movers and Shakers ranking for 2015 published by FastCasual.com.

Moe’s Southwest Grill opens 600th unit

May 19, 2015

Salt Lake City is home to Moe’s Southwest Grill’s 600th unit. The milestone reflects the momentum the brand has built by signing several high-profile…

IFA warns Cuomo NYC wage increase is discriminatory

May 18, 2015

The International Franchise Association President and CEO Steve Caldeira, CFE, issued the below statement as part of an effort to warn New York Governor Andrew…

McAlister's developing Georgia, Florida

May 18, 2015

McAlister's Deli has signed three development agreements with new and existing franchisees to open restaurants in Southern Georgia and North, Central and…

Heinz posts 'solid' Q1 results

May 15, 2015

H.J. Heinz Corporation II announced financial results for Q1 2015, which indicate solid business performance.

Pieology cracks Top 500 for fastest growing chain

May 14, 2015

Technomic has awarded Pieology Pizzeria the number one spot in its annual top 500 chain restaurant report for sales and unit change.

Newk's to open in Houston, New Orleans

May 14, 2015

Newk's Eatery will development units in New Orleans and Houston thanks to an agreement with New Orleans-based Southeast Restaurant Group, founded by Elie…

Rave reports positive Q3

May 13, 2015

Dallas, Texas-based Rave Restaurant Group Inc. reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2015 ended March 29, 2015.

Fresh To Order signs 3-unit Deal in Philadelphia

May 13, 2015

Fresh To Order has signed a three-unit deal with two restaurant and convenience store owners to bring the brand to Pennsylvania.

New Jersey's Bubbakoo’s Burritos launches franchising plan

May 12, 2015

New Jersey’s Bubbakoo’s Burritos is hoping to see a growth explosion with its new franchise plan.

Corner Bakery expanding to Southeast

May 12, 2015

Corner Bakery Café is looking for top multi-unit franchise operators to expand into the Southeast region of the United States.