Noodles & Company partners with "Asian food expert' to teach customers about Asian cooking

February 9, 2016

The company has partnered with Asian Food Expert, Cookbook Author, TV Host and Food Blogger, Chef Katie Chin to spark conversation around making Asian cooking…

Fuddruckers hosting Fat Tuesday 3-pound burger challenge

February 8, 2016

In celebration of Fat Tuesday, Fuddruckers is hosting its annual 3-Pound Burger Challenge, daring diners to eat a 3-pound burger, 1 pound of Fudds fries and a…

Video: NFL's Rob Gronkowski takes on brothers, firefighter in Super Bowl of hot wings

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

February 5, 2016

Buffalo Wild Wings has created a video so fans can watch the wing-eating competition between New England Patriots tight end, Rob Gronkowski, his two brothers…

Chinese New Year brings new menu, promos to Tin Drum

February 3, 2016

The chain will also host daily deals Feb. 8-14.

Yogurtland to celebrate National Frozen Yogurt Day with freebies

February 3, 2016

Fans will receive free yogurt and toppings from 4 to 7 p.m., along with a limited-edition Hershey’s collectible spoon.

Philly's Best partners with National Hot Rod Association

February 2, 2016

Philly's Best is partnering for the second year with the National Hot Rod Association and the Circle K Winternationals.

Why you should never listen to your customers

by Jon Smith — Founder, Owner, Jon Smith Subs

"Sometimes I think the perfect restaurant would say “Mother Nature's Health Food” in big letters on the outside, but inside only serve burgers, cokes and…

Fuzzy's Taco Shops debut Jalapeno Bottle Caps

January 29, 2016

Fuzzy's Taco Shops is debuting a new appetizer, the Jalapeno Bottle Caps.

Tijuana Flats encourages fans to 'give the bird'

January 29, 2016

Tijuana Flats is offering seasoned, ground turkey as a protein alternative for all items on the menu, including burritos, tacos and chimichangas.

Menchie’s celebrating National Frozen Yogurt Day with freebies

January 29, 2016

Menchie’s is celebrating National Frozen Yogurt Day on Feb.1 by gifting fans with a free 6-ounce cup of frozen yogurt.

Video: Smashburger founder discusses why old brands are struggling

Fast casual is pervasive, persistent and is starting to cover all categories, said Smashburger Founder Tom Ryan.

Bruegger's celebrating birthday with free bagels

January 28, 2016

Bruegger's Bagels is celebrating its 33rd birthday Feb. 4, with its annual Three Free Bagel giveaway.

Researcher: Loyalty platforms a must for millennials

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Though monetary value is crucial, millennials can incentivized to maintain loyalty participation through other means.

Video: Why fast casual continues to steal casual-dining customers

The fast casual industry has grown by 600 percent over the past 15 years, and that’s because it knows the secret to attracting and keeping customers.

zpizza Invites guests to 'Wear White For a Free Slice'

January 22, 2016

zpizza in Newport Beach, California, announced it is celebrating the launch of its white sauce pizzas with a free-slice day tomorrow.

Fishbowl upgrades analytics to help operators boost traffic, loyalty

January 21, 2016

Designed to arm restaurant executives with actionable data to drive sales, the new product combines information about customer behavior and preferences with…

Meatheads launches community relations program

January 18, 2016

Meatheads is honoring the determination, hustle and hard work of their most valued community members with its new Meatheads "Cowmunity" Relations Program

7 tips for running an awesome online ad campaign

Today’s most powerful marketing tool for reaching this "instant gratification" audience is online advertising.

Gloria Jean's Coffees launches Free Coffee for a Year sweepstakes

January 15, 2016

Gloria Jean's Coffees announced this week the launch of its Free Coffee for a Year sweepstakes.

5 ways to boost the fast casual mobile experience

The most successful fast casual establishments are leveraging mobile technology to forge stronger relationships with their customers.