Back Yard Burgers to redesign stores

November 2, 2015

Back Yard Burgers has unveiled a new push for market share in 2016 through a contemporary redesign of its restaurants.

The Chickery hires former Panera Bread leader; sales increase 200%

October 30, 2015

The Chickery hired Amjad Hantash last year as it launched an aggressive corporate growth and worldwide franchise program and the results have been stellar.

Yogurtland opens new store in Canoga Park, Calif.

October 28, 2015

Yogurtland announced the opening of its newest location at The Village at Westfield Topanga in Canoga Park, California.

Freebirds World Burrito to debut new design in Dallas

October 27, 2015

Freebirds World Burrito will open its newest location on Nov. 12 in Lewisville, Texas, in the area known as The Colony at 6225 N. Josey Lane. The new…

Franchising and growth: Expanding into non-traditional spaces

When entering into non-traditional restaurant formats like food courts, universities & airports, re-developing a concept to fit these new operational…

FCES15: Why design is key to customer engagement

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

Design is a key aspect for the customer experience and plays directly into the "corporate soul" and building a relationship with customers.

Roti Modern Mediterranean rebrands as Modern Mediterranean

October 15, 2015

Roti Modern Mediterranean is debuting its new look and new name next month when it opens in Modern Mediterranean in Chicago.

How outdoor seating can increase your revenues by 30%

No matter what kind of establishment you run, a simple deck or patio can increase revenue by up to 30 percent, according to Jeff Caldwell of Superior Shade.

Robeks unleashing new design

October 6, 2015

As it celebrates its10th year in business with a grand re-opening Oct.17 at its Ashburn franchise, the location will be the first in the metro area to undergo…

Restaurant design: How to be 'on trend, not trendy'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Being on trend with décor is great until the trend is over and an operator is left with a restaurant that shows its age. The best way to keep that from…

Johnny Rockets to debut fast casual concept

September 25, 2015

Although Johnny Rockets has dabbled in the fast casual space with counter-service prototypes of the brand, it’s now launching a separate fast casual concept…

Penn Station celebrates 30th birthday with new design

September 17, 2015

Penn Station East Coast Subs is celebrating 30 years in business this year and will launch a new restaurant design this fall.

The name game: Why one CEO rebranded his 'new' burger concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Bo’s Steak & Grill closed its doors for several days and re-opened last month as Cole’s Backyard Grill.

Cheeseburger Bobby's hopes makeover will attract Millennials

July 14, 2015

Cheeseburger Bobby’s is trying to attract and retain the newest wave of consumers — the coveted and discerning millennials — with a redesign.

Salata unveils restaurant makeover

July 9, 2015

Salata founder releases details about the restaurant’s renovation.

Restaurant branding expert to launch bagel concept in Florida

July 8, 2015

Tim Holcomb, one of Florida's restaurant branding and marketing consultants, and his agency, TCreative, are developing a prototype for a new fast casual…

2015 Fast Casual Top 100

FastCasual.com's tenth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands, marketing campaigns, menu trends and…

Presented by FastCasual.com

Garden Fresh announces best monthly sales in the last six years

February 26, 2015

The increase includes and 8 percent bump from refreshed restaurants located in southern California.

Fazoli's hits refresh with menu overhaul and elevated service

With guest frequency below where he wants it to be, Fazoli's CEO Carl Howard asked his customers what it would take to get them in the door more often. The…

HMSHost to open Starbucks Reserve Evenings at LAX

December 23, 2014

HMSHost has signed an agreement with Westfield to bring four new restaurants to Los Angeles International Airport's Terminal 6.