Mission Burrito rebrands as 'Überrito'

December 19, 2014

The name change is the first step in a three-step process that will include revamping the décor in four existing Houston-area units and developing new markets.

Starbucks China opens new reserve store, rolls out partner exchange program

December 18, 2014

The Chengdu Taikoo Li store features Sichuan-inspired tiles, silk artwork by local craftsmen, and a warm wood tone interior similar to the materials used in…

Feast BBQ opens 2nd location

December 17, 2014

Indiana-based Feast BBQ is jumping the Ohio River to open a second location in Louisville, Kentucky.

Fuddruckers plants flag in Delaware

December 12, 2014

The remodeled 6,430-square-foot space is located at 40 Geoffrey Drive in Newark.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian surfs into West Palm Beach, Florida

December 4, 2014

The location at the Palm Beach Outlets is located on the east side of the shopping center in front of the New York & Company Outlet.

Genghis Grill opens at DFW

December 3, 2014

The new restaurant represents Concessions International's second Genghis location and the franchise's second Dallas airport location.

Secrets to successful restaurant site selection

Tour prospective sites in order from worst to best, which will allow you to become more confident, ask better questions and be more in control of the leasing…

Buffalo's Express added to LA-area Fatburger location

November 26, 2014

Buffalo's Express brings chicken wings with 13 different sauces to the combined location's better burger-based menu.

Sip Savvy, Einstein Bros., Red Mango land at San Jose airport

November 25, 2014

The three new restaurants, operated by airport concessionaire Mission Yogurt, will operate in Terminal A.

Report: Consumers plan to spend more at restaurants in '15

November 19, 2014

According to a new report on the state of the American consumer released today by the National Restaurant Association, although a majority of American…

Fuddruckers builds footprint in Maryland

November 18, 2014

The 3,600-square-foot location accommodates 100 guests, with seating for 20 on a covered patio.

How a hotel became a hot fast casual concept

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marriott transformed its Courtyard food and beverage offerings away from the traditional buffet into a new fast casual format, resulting in a 27-percent jump…

NRA report: Millennials spend higher proportions on food than families

November 14, 2014

The National Restaurant Association has published its newest edition of its Consumer Spending in Restaurants report. The report was last published in 2009 and…

Just Salad opens in flagship Macy's store

November 13, 2014

The New York-based salad chain has 19 locations in New York, New Jersey, Hong Kong and the UAE, with more planned to open in New York and Dubai.

Pitfire Artisan Pizza founder plans expansion, snack and coffee concept

November 11, 2014

Paul Hibler, founder of Pitfire Artisan Pizza and the American Gonzo Food Corporation restaurants, has announced that Pitfire's eighth location will open in…

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill opens redesigned urban store

November 6, 2014

In addition design changes, the new prototype introduces breakfast service, a to-go and online ordering pick-up window, a catering area and inclusion of the…

The Smiling Moose is 'growing up'

The 11-year-old brand is freshening up its look with a new logo and updated store design.

California Tortilla location debuts new design, branding

November 4, 2014

California Tortilla will return to Arlington, Virginia, this month with the re-opening of its original Courthouse location, complete with a remodel, new staff…

Smoothie Factory eyes Arizona expansion with new store design

November 4, 2014

Smoothie Factory Juice Bar has awarded a multiunit development agreement to existing franchisee John Wilfert, of JW Health and Fitness LLC, to open seven more…

Four reasons digital screens are more than menu boards

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Engaging digital signage can be a key differentiator in the customer experience by educating guests about menu items, driving craving, reducing perceived wait…