Fuddruckers makes South American debut

December 11, 2014

The 3,500-square-foot restaurant in the upscale Las Condes neighborhood in Santiago, Chile, is the first of 10 planned by franchisee SRTC.

California Tortilla opens new location in Gaithersburg, Maryland

December 10, 2014

California Tortilla will open its newest unit in the Paramount at Watkins Mill community in Gaithersburg, Maryland, on Dec. 13.

Menchie's adds California unit

December 10, 2014

The froyo chain will celebrate the opening with a week of giveaways and activities.

Zoup! adds three units

December 10, 2014

The Michigan-based soup concept is adding units in Chicago, Ontario and Michigan.

Jamba Juice opens unit near UNC Charlotte

December 10, 2014

Harbor Management Company has opened its third Jamba Juice, this one near the University of North Carolina's Charlotte campus.

MAD Greens: Less food miles equals better taste

Local sourcing is paying off for the salad concept, which is set to nearly double in size in 2015.

Dining app expands mobile ordering platform across all foodservice markets

December 10, 2014

Toronto-based maegan, a mobile ordering and payment platform, is now available for use across all food and beverage service markets, including hospitals…

Uncle Maddio's first Texas location opening this week

December 9, 2014

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint will open its first Texas location Dec. 13 in Austin. The restaurant, located at 5601 Brodie Lane, Suite 1200A, is owned by three…

Protein Bar opens 4th Colorado location

December 9, 2014

It's the 20th unit nationwide for the health-conscious chain.

Jamba partners with Peak Franchise Capital for refranchising effort

December 8, 2014

Peak Franchise Capital, based in Irving, Texas, will help facilitate the sale of Jamba stores in key California markets, including San Francisco, San Diego and…

Juice It Up! opens in Eastvale, California

December 8, 2014

The location is the first for Eastvale and owner Faiza Saeed, who currently franchises a convenience store chain.

A peek inside Starbucks' first Reserve Roastery and Tasting Room

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

A projected 1.4 million pounds of small lot coffee will be roasted in the first year at the new Roastery, doubling current production rates.

Akerman law firm forms National Restaurant Industry Group

December 5, 2014

The new group includes nearly 30 lawyers and regulatory professionals with broad experience representing restaurant industry clients in major U.S. and…

Corner Bakery Cafe adds New Jersey location

December 5, 2014

The North Brunswick cafe marks the second of 20 locations that local operating partner Andy Race and President and CEO Nirav Mehta of Yum & Chill Restaurant…

Potbelly sets sights on North Carolina

December 5, 2014

The region has been targeted for expansion because of its strong mix of attractive residential and growing business communities, according to a company press…

BURGERFI announces Jupiter, Florida grand opening

December 5, 2014

The new location is the Florida-based chain's 25th in its home state and its 64th systemwide, with an additional 50 locations are slated to open by the end of…

The four 'Cs' driving Jason's Deli's success

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Jason's Deli racks up around $2.5M in AUVs. It's achieving that success by sticking with its core strengths, listening to customers, maintaining control and…

Maui Wowi Hawaiian surfs into West Palm Beach, Florida

December 4, 2014

The location at the Palm Beach Outlets is located on the east side of the shopping center in front of the New York & Company Outlet.

Pollo Tropical continues Texas expansion

December 4, 2014

Pollo Tropical announced the opening of its third Houston area restaurant near the Galleria on Westheimer Road.

Two deals will net 27 new locations for Wahlburgers

December 4, 2014

Two new deals mark Wahlburgers' entry into Florida and New York.