Tasti D-Lite, Planet Smoothie debut in Walmart locations

May 14, 2012

Tasti D-Lite owner/operators Scott Hughes and Benton Tatum are expanding their portfolio to include a co-branded Tasti D-Lite and Planet Smoothie inside…

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.

Fazoli's opens first travel unit

April 8, 2012

Fazoli's has opened its first unit in a travel plaza, marking an additional direction for the Italian restaurant chain.

Columbia-based chain plans US opening

April 3, 2012

Colombia, South America-based restaurant chain Kokoriko, specializing in rotisserie chicken, has partnered with veteran restaurateur and chef Richard Sandoval…

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.

Seattle's Best Coffee introduces drive-thru concept

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, today opened its doors -- and drive-thru window -- of its new coffee drive-thru concept in Northlake, Ill.

Starbucks takes localization approach to Europe

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

In 2009, Starbucks Corp. renovated several Seattle locations to better reflect the neighborhoods in which the coffeehouses were settled. The company is now…

Five Guys franchisee secures two N.J. locations

February 28, 2012

RKF, an independent real estate firm specializing in retail leasing, investment sales and consulting services, recently arranged two long-term retail leases in…

Bruegger's expands to Pittsburgh International Airport

February 28, 2012

Bruegger's is set to open at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) in May, its fifth airport location in the U.S. The brand will serve its oven-baked bagels…

Togo's expands presence in Oregon

February 16, 2012

As part of its plan to open 28 new units in 2012, Togo's Eateries Inc has opened its newest location in Bend, Ore.

Asian Box to debut in San Francisco

February 1, 2012

San Francisco-based FK Restaurants & Hospitality will debut its fast casual Asian Box concept in Palo Alto, Calif., this month. The restaurant, inspired by…

Togo's to open 28 units in 2012

February 1, 2012

Togo’s Eateries Inc. experienced an unprecedented year of growth in 2011 with the signing of 23 agreements for new restaurants and the opening of seven new…

Zaxby's to unveil new store design

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Zaxby’s has unveiled a new comprehensive restaurant design that will be rolled out at two Georgia locations, the first one in Valdosta and a second at Lake…

Concept watch: Melthouse Bistro

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How Milwaukee-based Melthouse Bistro was designed to reflect the "barn to bistro" movement.

Pinkberry to hold 'Design-Over' sweepstakes

January 12, 2012

Pinkberry is giving its customers a unique way to experience its iconic and inspired design aesthetic in their own homes. Now through Jan. 31, Pinkberry fans…

Fresh To Order to build growth on 'fast fine' platform

January 12, 2012

New menu items, re-imaged restaurants, leadership changes and grand openings are just a few of the developments ahead that will drive growth for Fresh To Order…

Steak 'n Shake opens counter-service 'Signature' model

January 8, 2012

Steak 'n Shake will open its first Steak 'n Shake Signature restaurant Jan. 12 next to the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City's Times Square.

Streetsense designs La Madeleine restaurant prototype

December 18, 2011

Bethesda, Md.-based Streetsense has created an all-new interior design scheme for La Madeleine French Country Cafe, which has opened its first newly redesigned…