Uber defies Brexit in debuting new London food delivery service

July 1, 2016

Popular taxi-hailing service Uber is expanding its food delivery to a second location in Europe: London. Londoners can download the UberEATS app and order…

Georgetown Johnny Rockets boasts a new look

July 1, 2016

Johnny Rockets in Georgetown has undergone an image makeover, according to a company press release, and is the latest franchise location to boast a new style…

Dickey's Barbecue Pit fires up new summer tacos

July 1, 2016

Starting July 1, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is offering its newest limited time offer with the expansion of its butcher taco offerings, according to a press release.

Boloco benefits charity, celebrates 'Big Papi' with customized burrito

June 30, 2016

Massachusetts-based Boloco is celebrating one of Boston's greatest baseball heroes, David Ortiz (nicknamed Big Papi). Ortiz recently announced his retirement…

Pieology announces 4th Fresno location

June 29, 2016

Pieology Pizzeria recently announced the opening of its newest Central California location in Fresno. According to a company press release, Pieology Fresno is…

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt offers 'Ice Age' relief from summer heat

June 29, 2016

Beginning July 1, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is partnering with Twenty-First Century Fox to promote its animated feature, "Ice Age: Collision Course." 

Chipotle testing chorizo

June 29, 2016

Chipotle Mexican Grill announced in a recent press release that it is adding chorizo, a spicy chicken and pork sausage, to the menu in select locations…

Newk's Eatery announces central Florida expansion

June 29, 2016

Newk's Eatery is expanding into Central Florida with plans to bring 10-12 corporate-owned locations to the Orlando area over the next five years, according to…

Patriotism comes in many forms — even fried and freshly brewed

June 29, 2016

As we rumble up on another Independence Day, it seems many in our country associate strong patriotic sentiment with something edible or sippable. In fact, a…

Video: Pei Wei dishes on rebranding, CEO search

CMO Clay Dover gives Cherryh Cansler, editor of FastCasual, the scoop on the chain's rebranding efforts and its search for the perfect CEO.

Whataburger caves to customers’ burger demands

June 28, 2016

Whataburger's Sweet & Spicy Bacon Burger, which was introduced last summer, has returned to the menu for a limited time. Fans took to social media to urge…

Chipotle is making summer a rewarding time

June 27, 2016

Chipotle is kicking off a new rewards program starting July 1. The Chiptopia Summer Rewards offers free food and bonus rewards for customer visits.

Chicken Salad Chick names new marketing and franchise development chiefs

June 27, 2016

Chicken Salad Chick has named Tom Carr as vice president of marketing and Carrie Evans as director of franchise development.

Branding local? Try these 3 strategies

Your restaurant may have a delicious menu, unique concept and four-star customer service, but in the current restaurant landscape, the only way to achieve…

[FREE WEBINAR] Food Transparency and Simplified Ingredient Lists: Trends and Tips for Understanding the 'Clean' Eating Movement

June 24, 2016

The demand for a pared down ingredient list for restaurant menus is being influenced by millennials and Generation Z, who crave authenticity and transparency.

Genghis Grill heats up with new menu items

June 23, 2016

Genghis Grill has released three new menu items. Honey garlic scallops, spicy sesame chicken, and Hong Kong beef are available in stores and online ordering…

Uncle Maddio's partners with George Peach Council for 'peachy' pizza campaign

June 20, 2016

Peachy Keen pizza and Summer Grilled Peach salad are back again at Uncle Maddio’s Pizza this summer, which is co-marketing the LTOs with the Georgia Peach…

Corner Bakery Café introduces new franchise locations

June 17, 2016

Corner Bakery Cafe recently opened three new franchise locations in Montana, Washington and Oregon., according to a company press release.

From 1 CEO to another: 9 industry topics you can't ignore

Nick Vojnovic, president of Little Greek Fresh Grill/Little Greek Franchise Development, predicts the industry's most important topics and trends.

Video: Top industry execs go on the record with Fast Casual

What do Pei Wei, Buffalo Wild Wings and Freebirds have in common?