Chipotle's chef has his payday

January 29, 2006

Business Week: In 1993, Steve Ells opened Chipotle Mexican Grill, a "fast casual" eatery that served up made-to-order burritos and tacos to students at the…

Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers and Shakers

January 25, 2006

It wasn't long ago that you had to look up the definition of "fast casual" to understand the meaning of this unique restaurant concept that is a hybrid of the…

The wrap on desserts Getting sweet on the flour tortilla

January 25, 2006

The low-carb craze has mellowed in recent months, and consumers are enjoying sandwiches wrapped in tortillas more than ever. In fact, tortillas make up 3…

Una Mas Mexican Grill reinvigorates brand

January 24, 2006

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Una Mas Mexican Grill, the California-based, 22-unit fast-casual restaurant chain announced the introduction of a reinvigorated menu and…

Share price increases for Chipotle

January 22, 2006

NEW YORK — Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. increased the estimated price range of its upcoming initial public offering to $18 to $20 a share, from $15.50 to…

Rubio's announces new franchise agreement

January 19, 2006

CARLSBAD, Calif. — Rubio's Restaurants announced the signing of a new franchise agreement and its 2006 development plans.    Rubio's and Food Courts of Nevada…

Fast-casual concept well received in Utica

January 11, 2006

Observer-Dispatch: Keeping up with the Joneses has taken on a new meaning at a Utica, N.Y., restaurant specializing in Mexican food.

Taco Bueno names new CFO

January 4, 2006

TB Corp., owner and franchisor of 145 Taco Bueno Restaurants located throughout Texas , Oklahoma , Arkansas and Kansas has hired industry veteran Richard…

Rubio's(R) Announces Executive Change

December 19, 2005

Rubio's(R) Restaurants, Inc. announces that Sheri Miksa has resigned her position as President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Company.

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill plans to open first in-arena restaurants

December 4, 2005

Carlsbad-based Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill (RUBO) will open its first two in-arena restaurant locations in early 2006 at the Arrowhead Pond in Anaheim, Calif.…

Restaurant Industry outlook improved in October

November 29, 2005

Restaurant Industry outlook improved in October with solid gain in the restaurant performance index surge in restaurant operator optimism led to strongest…

Applebee's introduces 8 new items on fall menu

November 27, 2005

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar (Nasdaq: APPB) continues to bring great-tasting dishes to its guests by adding eight new items – including two panini…

Fast Foodz: Salad days are better than ever

Greener menus are sprouting up in America's most popular chains.

Tahitian Paradise Comes To Texas

November 2, 2005

Dallas-area residents will be among the first in the world to experience the tastes of Polynesian cuisine teahouse-style when Tahitian Noni International opens…

Food Metrics: The evolution of the fast service restaurant

From quick service to fast casual, the dining experience has come a long way    

Emerging Brands: Is fun on the menu

October 27, 2005

Freebirds shows that as much as good food, a unique experience is key to building a brand.

Freebirds World Burrito opens in San Antonio

October 24, 2005

On Friday, October 28, 2005, Freebirds World Burrito, Texas' favorite fresh fast casual restaurant, will open its first restaurant in San Antonio -- its…

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill(R) now open at Barona Valley Ranch Resort

October 14, 2005

Grand Opening at Casino Resort Marks a First for the Fast-and-Fresh Mexican Restaurant.

Muy Caliente – Hispanic is booming in the U.S.

The explosion of growth experienced by the Hispanic food segment has never been equaled by any other demographic group.

Investors seek Chipotle

September 18, 2005

McDonald's Corp. (MCD.N: Quote, Profile, Research) will host a two-day meeting with analysts this week as investors are clamoring for details on the fast-food…