20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2025

We are honored to introduce the 2025 class of “20 Brands to Watch,” and predict they will continue to help elevate the fast casual industry.

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20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2024

FastCasual’s fifth annual report, “20 Brands to Watch,” reveals the industry’s future leaders. To be considered, the brands, which nominated themselves, have…

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Top LTO Trends Fall/Winter 2023

Earlier this year, we reached out to restaurants across the country to find some of the most mouth-watering options being offered this fall/winter season. We…

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How restaurant owners can ease the pressure of inflation

Restaurant owners are facing dramatic increases in operating costs. Fortunately, there are ways they can fight back.

4 Common Delivery Points of Friction and How to Fix Them

The pizza delivery landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, and operators face a host of new challenges.

Pizza Brands to Watch in 2023

We are honored to introduce the 2023 class of “Pizza Brands to Watch” and we look forward to finding out who makes future lists.

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2022 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers

As in past years, the Top 100 isn’t solely focused on the most profitable or fastest-growing brands. Of course, those elements are important and often come…

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Automating the Future of Food via Pizza

Kitchen operators are increasingly turning to technology to thrive. Once again, pizzerias are leading the way.

Soy Takes Center Stage on Plant-based Menus

Consumers are increasingly seeking out plant-based dishes on restaurant menus, and soy products are helping fill the bill.

Women in Marketing: A Fireside Chat with &Pizza & Gimbal

In this fireside chat, Gimbal's VP of Marketing, Liz Weinsten and &Pizza's Head of Marketing, Charae Carter Jenkins discuss everything from the meaning behind…

2021 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers

Since its creation 16 years ago, the Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers list has recognized the industry’s most successful brands. We are honored to feature…

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Improving Margins with Advanced Reporting

Data is a difference-maker if, of course, it’s used effectively.

Eating up profits: The high cost of restaurant POS downtime, and the surprising difference SD-Branch can make

One tenth of 1 percent. It might not seem like much, but it adds up. And when that one tenth of one percent is POS downtime, it adds up to a lot: A lot of…

Benefits of Kitchen Displays Systems

The kitchen represents the heart of a restaurant. Of course, the front counter and dining areas play pivotal roles in the operation as well, feeding into the…

2012 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers

FastCasual.com's seventh annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands, people, technology, menu trends and…

2011 Top 100 Movers and Shakers

FastCasual.com's sixth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands and innovations leading the industry.

2009 Fast Casual Restaurant Top 100 Movers & Shakers

As for most industry watchers, culminating the very best of the breed in a fast-growing segment is often a difficult task. With more than 600 fast casual…

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Four Steps for Protecting Pizza Delivery Services

Reckless drivers and dangerous customers can leave a restaurant owner feeling vulnerable. One accident by a delivery driver or a dangerous customer can leave…

Protecting Delivery: Insurance for Restaurants that Deliver

Delivery insurance can be crucial to a restaurant that delivers. The cost of even one accident can quickly mount up. Learn what to consider when choosing the…

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