Surging off-premise orders call for more flexible restaurant planning

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

An increase in off-premise orders is reducing the footprint for some restaurants, resulting in smaller dining areas. That makes flexibility now 'king' for…

Amazon's 13th Go store to offer self-serve Starbucks

June 13, 2019

Amazon's latest Go store, which marks the retailer's 13th Go location and opened Tuesday in Manhattan, will feature a self-serve Starbucks coffee bar.

How Schlotzsky's, Auntie Anne's, Krystal, Huey Magoo's bring technology to the table

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The final panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Louisville made it clear that chains need to tackle the challenges of online ordering…

Starbucks launches sign language friendly store in China

May 21, 2019

Starbucks Corp. has opened its first signing store in China, which marks its third in the world.

The do's and don'ts of a franchise store remodel

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

When introducing a remodel, franchise organizations need to have a plan that includes soliciting input from franchisees as well as keeping employees informed…

Shake Shack's renovated Covent Garden opening this week

March 26, 2019

The renovated Shake Shack Covent Garden in London will celebrate its 'second' opening on Thursday, March 28.

Luna Grill's Del Sur flagship highlights design, menu revamp

February 11, 2019

Luna Grilll's latest flagship, open in Paseo Del Sur in San Diego, features the brand's interior style and menu revamp effort.

Gusto launching 5th Atlanta location this year

January 28, 2019

Gusto will open its fifth Atlanta store come this fall on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, according to a press release.

Salata Salad Kitchen debuts revamped design, dining environment

January 25, 2019

Salata Salad Kitchen’s Lake Mary, Florida, location will not only be its first in the state but will boast the brand's revamped restaurant design and…

5 Ways to Keep The Personal Touch in Real Estate Using Digital Signage

by Egor Belenkov — CEO, Kitcast

Renters and homeowners love to work with client-centric agencies. The real estate digital signage is your best bet in making your messages look personal and…

Checklist for the Effective Outdoor Digital Signage in Retail

by Egor Belenkov — CEO, Kitcast

The retail digital signage is changing the market forever. Offline business owners can now improve their customer engagement and deliver more relevant dynamic…

The fundamentals of understanding your audience in digital signage

Engaging your customers in digital signage is now easier than ever. But do you actually know who your target audience is? Find out how to do an in-depth…

Lobster-focused fast casual brand opens in NY Seaport District

November 9, 2018

Lobster GoGo, a fast casual brand serving freshly made lobster and seafood rolls and salads sourced from the waters of the North Atlantic, launched this week…

Moe's Southwest Grill unveiling 'The Oasis' design, test kitchen

November 8, 2018

Moe's Southwest Grill is opening its test kitchen and prototype, "The Oasis," next week near its headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

How UK's Leon redefined the fast food industry

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Leon Restaurants Co-Founder Henry Dimbleby shares insight on how he and John Vincent set about redefining fast food into "fast food focused on good living and…

New England restaurants have access to onsite farm-to-table service

September 12, 2018

Restaurants in New England can now have their own farms thanks to Freight Farms' on-site vertical farming service — Grown, a news release said.

Captain D's continues Missouri expansion

August 8, 2018

Captain D's has opened its newest franchised location in Wentzville, Missouri, according to a company press release. Located at 708 S. Church St., the…

How restaurants with large outdoor spaces can maximize profits in the summer

Patrick Bobrukiewicz, Rosnet director of business development, gives tips on how restaurants can maximize outdoor dining spaces for increased profits.

Pei Wei showcases redesigned restaurant

June 13, 2018

Pei Wei will introduce its first remodeled restaurant Thursday, at its flagship location in Las Colinas, Texas, according to a press release. 

Tony Packo's launches rebrand

May 29, 2018

Tony Packo's, the iconic restaurant chain known for its link to the TV show M*A*S*H, has reinvented itself since its fallout in 2011, due to a family conflict…