Pizza Hut's fast casual prototype revealed

The new formats also include digital menu boards, deck ovens and an open seating environment.

Pint-sized pizza joint targets non-traditional settings

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

Pie Squared is a fast casual pizza concept that only takes up 200 square feet.

Lights, food, ambiance: 5 reasons to upgrade your lighting

diners expect limited-service restaurants to make them feel welcome.

KFC jumps into fast casual with new concept

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain's senior director of development discusses how KFC plans to succeed in the fast casual sector.

Why Famous Dave's is going fast casual

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The new format reduces partners' investment costs and the company's labor expenses.

How WOW knew it was time for a rebrand

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Founder Paul Ballard discusses how new decor and a name change were only a couple of aspects of WOW's new identity.

Mama Fu's rolls out Digital DNA menu boards

Menu boards will help keep the brand's contemporary look.

Sports bar taking on fast casuals with express lunch

Another full-service restaurant throws its hat in the fast casual ring.

The Counter launching new concept in L.A.

The smaller format is perfect for non-traditional settings.

Commentary: Why fast casual is not the future of restaurant business

An industry expert describes how fast casual is evolving into fresh casual.

Smashburger debuts restaurant makeover

The chain celebrated its 200th opening this month by debuting a new interior design.

Founder of Pancheros talks business

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Finding high-quality real estate is key to the chain's expansion goals.

Australia's Pie Face 'meats' NYC

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

CEO hopes to tempt New Yorkers with pie at any hour of the day.

Starbucks Japan pops up in Tokyo

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

More than 20,000 customers visited the store that came and left after few weeks.

Fast casual concept differentiates with recipes, technology integration

Kitchen 67 Brann's Cafe has partnered with Verizon to give customers an innovative experience.

Commentary: Does your brand image match its experience?

It is imperative that marketing and operations work hand in hand to produce a strong brand.

Eat or be eaten: Three steps to restaurant nirvana

To have a concept that resonates with customers, every aspect of its development must come together to create a clear, concise experience.

McAlister's Deli unveils new look

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The chain's new store design includes a tea bar and has been unveiled at two new locations.

Piada: Fast casual Italian style

The fast casual concept has a menu focused on Italian street food.

Daphne's California Greek launches national franchise plan

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The new franchise program is expected to double Daphne's unit count over a three-year period.