Tossed continues expansion; moves into D.C.

November 9, 2010

Tossed, a fast casual brand known for its fresh gourmet salads, crepe wraps and sandwiches, has announced the signing of a major deal for a more than 20-unit…

Despite Q3 losses, investment firm gives Jamba Inc. a “Buy”

On paper, healthy juice and grub fast casual chain Jamba Inc. looks to have had a hard Q3: total revenue for the quarter decreased 16 percent from last year…

Mooyah expands into Central Texas

November 8, 2010

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries and Shakes has announced its expansion from Dallas and Houston to the central part of Texas.

Seattle’s Best Coffee opens Chicago’s first franchise location

November 7, 2010

Seattle's Best Coffee LLC has opened its first franchise location in Chicago, marking the eighth Seattle's Best Coffee cafe in the Windy City.

Smashburger strikes again with 12-unit development deal

November 7, 2010

Smashburger has partnered with STL Smash LLC to introduce Smashburger's "burger magic" to St. Louis through the opening of 12 locations there.

Penn Station charters new growth territory

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

As the sub-sandwich chain celebrates 25 years, its founder and president keep their eyes focused on the future.

Tasti-D-Lite expands to Australia

November 4, 2010

Tasti D-Lite has signed a development deal with Friezer Australia Pty Ltd. to expand in Australia. The 30-unit, five-year deal calls for the first store…

California Tortilla reports 14 percent comps increase

November 3, 2010

California Tortilla has a 14.35 percent increase in its October 2010 same-store sales, marking the restaurant chain's eighth consecutive month of sales gains.

Freshii heads into November with openings in San Francisco, Chicago

November 2, 2010

On November 8, Freshii will open its doors at locations in both San Francisco and Chicago.

Quiznos expands to Kuwait

November 2, 2010

Customers in Kuwait will now be able to enjoy Quiznos' toasty subs thanks to the company's latest master franchise agreement. Plans are calling for 15 new…

Sweetgreen continues Washington, D.C., expansion

November 1, 2010

In July 2007, Washington, D.C.-based Sweetgreen opened its first location in the neighborhood of Georgetown. The restaurant was launched by college friends…

Saladworks to enter Texas

November 1, 2010

Saladworks has signed an agreement with a multi-unit developer for three locations in the Dallas area. The first Saladworks location in this market is slated…

UPDATED: Denny’s to open fast casual cafe

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

October 31, 2010

On Nov. 5, Denny's Corporation will open a new fast casual concept, Denny's Café, in Orange, Calif. The restaurant, a separate venture from its Denny's Fresh…

GE Capital, Franchise Finance provides $8.7 million to Buffalo Wild Wings franchisee

October 27, 2010

GE Capital, Franchise Finance provided $8.7 million in financing to Buffalo Wild Wings franchisee, Four M Capital LLC. The funds are being used for the…

Nature’s Table Café opens in Fla., Texas

October 27, 2010

Nature's Table Franchise Company has announced the opening of two new restaurants in Florida and Texas. Both are owned and operated by multiunit Nature's Table…

Healthy Fast Food signs Salt Lake City development deal

October 26, 2010

Regents Management LLC has signed an agreement to open two Salt Lake City-based U-SWIRL Cafes, with three more set to open there within the next five years.

Lubbock gets first Genghis Grill

October 26, 2010

Genghis Grill is opening a brand new location in Lubbock, Texas, its first area Genghis. The new location will offer residents a chance to "build-your-own…

Fatburger to beef up North Texas

October 26, 2010

According to an article in the Dallas Morning News, California-based Fatburger is in "advanced discussions" with a potential franchisee to build 1…

UFood Restaurant Group submits Franchise Registry application

October 26, 2010

UFood Restaurant Group Inc. has submitted an application for listing on the Franchise Registry with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Franchise…

FREEBIRDS opens 10th Dallas/Fort Worth location

October 24, 2010

FREEBIRDS World Burrito will open its tenth restaurant in Dallas-Ft. Worth at Pipeline Village on Nov. 10. Local resident and restaurant veteran Steve Perkins…