Togo’s to develop 11 new West Coast locations

May 10, 2011

Togo’s Sandwiches has announced the signing of six agreements with single and multi-unit developers that would bring 11 new locations to California. The…

Top 100: Muscle Maker Grill No. 86

May 10, 2011

86. Muscle Maker Grill

Top 100: Baker Bros American Deli No. 82

May 10, 2011

82. Baker Bros American Deli

Pita Pit to give customers Ultimate Choice

May 3, 2011

Pita Pit turned has turned to its loyal customers to help decide what flavors they want to see spicing up menus across the nation with its newest program…

Charley’s Grilled Subs opens in Brazil

April 19, 2011

Charley’s Grilled Subs is continuing its global expansion with the opening of its first Brazil location. The new restaurant will offer diners the chance to…

Wingstop debuts Glider chicken sandwiches

April 18, 2011

Wingstop is expanding its menu to include its original version of the chicken sandwich – Gliders.

Newk’s signs 24-unit development deal

April 18, 2011

Newk’s Express Café has awarded 24 new franchise locations in the 2011 first quarter. Four separate groups have committed to opening restaurants in…

BBI founder David Rutkauskas to pen book

April 14, 2011

David Rutkauskas, founder and president of Beautiful Brands International (BBI) has announced his plans to write a book in collaboration with well known editor…

Firehouse Subs signs agreement for 429 new locations

April 10, 2011

Firehouse Subs has announced the signing of nine area representative development agreements set to add 429 restaurants to the chain’s growing portfolio. The…

Charley’s Grilled Subs hires first COO

April 6, 2011

For the first time in the restaurant chain’s 25-year history, Charley’s Grilled Subs has hired a chief operating officer to guide the brand into the future.

Spicy Pickle growth prospects sweeten for 2011

No longer sour, the chain will open a new prototype location this month.

Quiznos rolls out new chicken bacon dipper

March 27, 2011

Quiznos has added a Chicken Bacon Dipper to its menu starting March 28. The new sandwich features a signature cheese sauce, developed by chef Zach Calkins…

Top 100: Charley's Grill Subs No. 97

March 27, 2011

97. Charley’s Grilled Subs

2011 Top 100 Movers and Shakers

FastCasual.com's sixth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands and innovations leading the industry.

Schlotzsky’s diner wins Route 66 promo, Chevy Camaro

March 10, 2011

In August, Schlotzsky’s Deli launched a fall promotion offering three new limited-time-only sandwiches and a chance to win a classic American car – a 201…

Parents Magazine rates Jason’s Deli No. 1

March 6, 2011

Jason’s Deli has won the Best Restaurant Chain survey by Parents Magazine. The survey measures where families can get the most nutritious foods for the best…

DSE: WAND shows off new Cosi POP

by Christopher Hall — w, t

March 1, 2011

At this year's Digital Signage Expo in Las Vegas, WAND Corp. showcased its broad array of digital menu board solutions, but also highlighted a…

Schlotzsky’s returns three chee-zy promo

February 28, 2011

Schlotzsky’s has returned its Cheezy Three-zy sandwiches,  -- the Chicken & Bacon Smoke Cheezy, Turkey & Bacon Smoke Cheezy and Ribeye Steak &…

Thanks, Tyler

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

As Firehouse Subs continues to grow (407 restaurants and counting), it is imperative that my HQ team assists our franchisees in their efforts to establish and…

Firehouse pits sub against sub

February 14, 2011

Firehouse Subs is hosting its first sub vs. sub “Chompetition," a nationwide battle for the chain's supreme specialty sandwich.