Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Fazoli's tap ghost kitchens to advance business

August 14, 2020

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is launching virtual kitchens as its latest franchise opportunity and plans to open the facilities in Chicago, Houston, Orlando and…

Pandemic speeds up operational changes at Sweetgreen

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Like so many other restaurants around the world, Sweetgreen shifted into crisis mode COVID-19 hit but is now preparing for its version of the "new normal."

Fresh Stack Burger Co launches in Chicago

May 15, 2020

The Fresh Stack Burger Co concept, a collaboration from Sean Thomas and Chef Fabio Viviani, is up and running in its first location, in suburban Chicago, and…

Buffalo Wild Wings opening 'Go' store model this week

May 12, 2020

Buffalo Wild Wings will open the doors of its first 'Go' restaurant May 13 designed specifically for takeout and delivery orders. The store is located at at…

BurgerFi expanding delivery via Reef Kitchens

May 6, 2020

BurgerFi International will enter several markets by year's end including Seattle, Nashville, Minneapolis and Houston thanks to a licensing agreement with Reef…

Miami Grill launches next-gen franchise model

April 23, 2020

Miami Grill, a South Florida-based fast casual brand, has created a next-generation business model in direct response to what the company believes will be an…

Benefits of Kitchen Displays Systems

The kitchen represents the heart of a restaurant. Of course, the front counter and dining areas play pivotal roles in the operation as well, feeding into the…

Chicken Salad Chick pivots to 'Quick Chick' operations model

April 16, 2020

Chicken Salad Chick has quickly adapted operations to adhere to mandates across the nation suspending restaurant dine-in services by introducing online…

Seafood fast casual casts franchising net

February 17, 2020

Wharf Hospitality Group Inc., a five-unit fast casual seafood concept based in Alabama, has launched a franchising program to help expand its presence via…

Mooyah unveils new look in Alabama

Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes unveiled its remodeled design Monday in Hoover, Alabama.

Dillas Quesadillas founder on the value of following 'Jennifer' while feeding the 'Gator'

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Dillas Quesadillas founder, Kyle Gordon, comes off as the kind of laid-back guy you'd have a beer with. But don't let looks deceive:This one-time college kid…

How to avoid unnecessarily costly construction

by Brie Carlson — AIA, Associate Partner, starrdesign

Brie Carlson, associate partner at Starr Design, discusses why investing in an architect during the construction process could save you thousands.

Newk's reveals new digs

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

After polling guests to learn what they wanted in their hometown Newk's, the brand has revealed its makeover in Jackson, Mississippi.

Delivering a frictionless guest experience: one size doesn't fit all

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Technology allows restaurants to deliver a better guest experience, but companies still need to test new solutions since no one tool meets all companies…

Dave & Buster's to install Diebold Nixdorf’s self-service kiosks offering game cards

October 31, 2019

Dave & Buster's, a national dining and entertainment provider, will install Diebold Nixdorf's self-service kiosk solution at locations nationwide…

Garbanzo Mediterranean debuts enhanced store design

October 25, 2019

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean is debuting an enhanced restaurant design in the city's suburb.

Veggie Grill rolls out farmhouse themed design nationwide

October 23, 2019

Veggie Grill recently opened its new farmhouse-themed store design at locations in Toluca Lake, California, and Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and…

Teriyaki Madness opens corporate shop in downtown Denver

October 14, 2019

Teriyaki Madness is opening the doors this week of a corporate shop in Denver.

Big Boy expanding footprint, dining options in Michigan

August 23, 2019

Warren, Michigan-based Big Boy (not Cincinnati, Ohio-based Frisch's Big Boy) opened a prototype restaurant this week in Southfield, Michigan, at 2640…

Luxury design defines Florida 'fine casual' restaurant

Described by owners Josh Bernstein and Steven Stolberg and Chef Jeremy Shelton as having a "fresh, upscale California vibe," Ovlo Eats in Plantation, Florida…