Freebirds to hit sweet 16 in California

December 28, 2010

FREEBIRDS World Burrito has announced that it will open 16 restaurants in California in 2011, the first of which will be located across from the University of…

2010: Fast Casual year in review

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Healthcare reform, bankruptcy protection and brand overhauls highlight a year full of the quintessential highs and lows.  

FREEBIRDS gets bigger in Texas

December 14, 2010

FREEBIRDS World Burrito newest restaurant in Baytown, Texas, brings the total number of restaurants systemwide to 43.  Local resident and restaurant veteran…

Freebirds to open in League City, Texas

December 9, 2010

FREEBIRDS World Burrito will open in League City, Texas, on Dec. 14, marking its 42nd restaurant. Local resident and restaurant veteran Chris Key will manage…

Boloco to unveil PeopleMatter Hire

December 6, 2010

Boloco has announced that it will implement PeopleMatter Hire to help find, hire and manage its workforce. Boloco will deploy the PeopleMatter…

MonkeyMedia Software expands industry partnerships

November 29, 2010

MonkeyMedia Software, a provider of web-based software, strategy and education services for restaurant operators such as Einstein Bros. Bagels, has announced a…

41 FREEBIRDS locations to collect holiday gifts

November 18, 2010

FREEBIRDS World Burrito has launched its collection drive for Operation Homefront, supporting military families and their Adopt A Family program. Throughout…

FREEBIRDS reveals 2011 growth strategy

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

In recognition of its 20th anniversary, the creator of the Monster burrito looks to take a bigger bite out of Texas.

FastCasual.com seeks Top 100 nominations

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

November 11, 2010

FastCasual.com is seeking brand nominations for this year's Top 100 Movers & Shakers, set to publish in February.

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.

Chipotle’s founder explores Asian segment

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 3, 2010

A small team from Chipotle Mexican Grill, led by founder, chairman and co-CEO Steve Ells, is working on an Asian restaurant concept set to follow the Chipotle…

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…

Chipotle earnings bring the heat

October 21, 2010

???Chipotle's third quarter 2010 earnings continue to add fire to the already hot restaurant chain.

Moe's Southwest Grill returns fan favorites

October 18, 2010

Moe's Southwest Grill's most popular limited time offerings are making a comeback between now and the end of the year.

Hot Harry's Fresh Burritos expands in the East Coast

October 10, 2010

A new Fresh-Mex concept is growing in the East Coast. Hot Harry's, which features burritos, tacos and nachos at the fast casual and catering occasions, will…

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.

Chipotle to give $2 burritos to processed food-wearing patrons

October 6, 2010

Chipotle Mexican Grill has partnered with Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution for a $1 million fundraiser designed to highlight the horrors of eating processed food.

Baja Fresh to open more NYC locations by close of 2010

September 23, 2010

Baja Fresh Mexican Grill will continue its 2010 expansion with the opening of four locations throughout the Midtown area of Manhattan. The new restaurants will…

Ruby Tuesday to expand Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

September 21, 2010

Ruby Tuesday has signed an agreement to open up to 200 Lime Fresh Mexican Grill locations. According to reports in the Miami Herald and the Knoxville News…

Qdoba chef educates guests on the flavors of Mexico

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Ted Stoner is a busy man. As Qdoba's head chef and director of strategic product development, Stoner spends his time traveling North and South America looking…