Boston Market's future is up in the air

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

December 18, 2023

The future of Boston Market is in jeopardy after owner Jignesh Pandya filed for personal bankruptcy on Dec. 8 with the Eastern District of Pennsylvania…

FastCasual releases 2024 '20 Brands to Watch'

December 14, 2023

Customer demand for innovation and customization in food menus, as well as a preference for food infused with new and bold flavors, is driving growth. These…

Scooter's Coffee opens 750th store

December 11, 2023

Frisco, Texas, is home to the 750th location of Scooter's Coffee, which opened Monday.

Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers nominations deadline extended

December 11, 2023

Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers list is back for 2024 and your brand could be listed!

Pure Green, Gopuff launch cold-pressed juices

December 8, 2023

New York City-based Pure Green and Gopuff, an instant commerce platform, have created a line of cold-pressed juices — Gopuff x Pure Green Refreshers — made…

The Culinary Edge consults on new drive-thru salad concept in tampa

December 7, 2023

Tampa has a new salad-centric drive-thru brand, Greenlane, thanks to a collaboration between The Culinary Edge and venture capitalist Chris Burch.

Webinar looks at dining, consumer trends in 2023-2024

December 1, 2023

In a webinar titled "Restaurants in 2024: A Data Driven Look," RJ Hottovy, head of analytical research for Placer.ai, a location-based analytics company…

Qdoba refinancing debt, growing to 1,500 units

November 29, 2023

A year after being purchased by Los Angeles-based private equity firm Butterfly, Qdoba has closed its inaugural $305 million whole business securitization…

The Great Greek rolling out 3 non-traditional formats

November 17, 2023

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has created three non-traditional dining formats, including a to-go-only restaurant, a digital kitchen and special venue…

5 fast casuals receive grants, training to scale restaurants

November 14, 2023

Be Nimble Foundation, a social enterprise dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive tech ecosystems, released the second cohort of its Melon Kitchen…

Sip Fresh inks 3-pack deal

November 13, 2023

Sip Fresh, which serves fresh fruit-based juices, teas and specialty drinks, has signed a three-unit agreement in Orange County with family business owners…

Doozee Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop to open in Key West

November 7, 2023

Doozee Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop is set to open on Duval Street in Key West on Nov. 13, according to a press release.

Wow Bao opens 7th airport location

November 7, 2023

Chicago-based Wow Bao has debuted at the Salt Lake City International Airport in partnership with OHM Concession Group.

PFT, Cousins Maine Lobster roll out 40th truck

October 31, 2023

Premier Food Trucks, a custom food truck designer and manufacturer, has rolled out its 40th custom-built mobile kitchen for Cousins Maine Lobster, a nationwide…

Popeyes, FAT Brands execs talk about challenges facing women in the lead

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

October 31, 2023

A session titled "Women in the Lead" will bring together two remarkable leaders in the food industry, Amy Alarcon and Jenn Johnston, to discuss their journeys…

Webinar: How location intelligence trends shape fast casual, dining sectors

October 31, 2023

In a bid to unlock the secrets behind the booming fast casual and wider dining industry, a free webinar, "Restaurants in 2024: A Data-Driven Outlook," will…

FAT Brands opens co-branded Fatburger, Round Table Pizza location

October 25, 2023

FAT Brands Inc. has opened its first-ever co-branded Fatburger and Round Table Pizza location in Dallas. The 3,500-square-foot restaurant is the first of four…

Golden Corral debuting fast casual concept

October 20, 2023

Texas-based Golden Corral is entering the fast casual market with Homeward Kitchen, opening in December in Southern Pines, North Carolina, at 10735 US 15-501.

BurgerFi: Coming soon to a theater near you?

October 19, 2023

BurgerFi International Inc., owner of BurgerFi and Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings, is hitting theaters through a partnership with Apple Cinemas, which…

Sweetgreen doubles down on commitment to Extra Virgin Olive Oil

October 18, 2023

As of Oct. 24, Sweetgreen, based in Los Angeles, is using Extra Virgin Olive Oil as its cooking oil for all proteins, veggies and grains nationwide.