Camille's Sidewalk Cafe rolls out flatbread pizzas

January 6, 2011

Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe has announced a systemwide and immediate roll out of its new Artisan Flatbread Pizza.

Opinion: Great expectations in customer service

Penn Station president Craig Dunway discusses the issues that make customer service a win or lose proposition.

Potbelly rolls out Alteryx BI platform

January 2, 2011

Potbelly Sandwich Shop has implemented the Alteryx Geographic Business Intelligence technology platform to manage its sales processes and expansion strategy as…

Firehouse adds first menu addition in two years

December 20, 2010

Firehouse Subs has blazed a path for its new Turkey Bacon Ranch sandwich, the first menu addition for the chain in nearly two years.

Illinois Jimmy John's investigated for salmonella

December 19, 2010

Jimmy John's restaurants in nine Illinois counties are being investigated for salmonella contamination. According to a story in The Examiner, the contamination…

Resolution Salad helps Tossed customers keep the weight off

December 13, 2010

Tossed, home of garden fresh salads, crepe wraps and sandwiches, has announced the debut of its 2011 Resolution Salad, a delicious way for people to keep their…

Saladworks expands to Louisiana

December 13, 2010

Saladworks has announced an agreement with a multi-unit developer for three locations in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La., areas, marking more growth in…

Newk’s Express Café caps year of growth

December 12, 2010

Since opening its first restaurant in Oxford, Miss., in 2004, Newk’s Express Café has grown to more than 30 locations in seven primarily southeastern states.

Which Wich reports record week of growth

December 9, 2010

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches opened four stores in six days, marking the busiest development week in the franchisor’s seven-year history. By the end of 2010…

Schlotzsky’s named in Top 50 franchises for minorities

December 7, 2010

The National Minority Franchising Initiative's (NMFI) has named Schlotzsky's to its list of "50 Top Franchises for Minorities."

Saladworks warms up winter with paninis

December 7, 2010

Saladworks has announced the addition of panini sandwiches to its menu offering. The available selection includes Buffalo Chicken, Turkey Melt, Chicken…

Panera Bread marks California milestone

December 2, 2010

Panera Bread will open its 100th location in California Dec. 7 in Citrus Heights.

Schlotzsky’s beefs up sandwich line

November 30, 2010

Schlotzsky’s has started its holiday season with the launch of the For Goodness Steak winter promotion, offering three new limited-time signature sandwiches…

McAlister’s Deli founders find second-time success

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Nine years after the sale of McAlister's Deli, the Newcomb family gains ground with Newk's Express Café.

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation receives Angel Award

November 17, 2010

Firehouse Subs has announced that its Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is a 2010 Angel Award recipient. The award is given by the South Carolina…

Camille’s to reward 4sq users with holiday contest

November 17, 2010

Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe is rewarding users of the Foursquare networking application with a $100 gift certificate between now and Dec. 15. Winners will be…

Energy Kitchen continues NY expansion

November 15, 2010

Energy Kitchen added new breakfast combinations to its menu in September, now the company has added to its roster its tenth New York City location.

Spicy Pickle focuses on turnaround

November 15, 2010

Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc., the operator and franchisor of Spicy Pickle and BG Urban Cafe Canadian brands, has announced results for its third quarter and…

FastCasual.com seeks Top 100 nominations

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

November 11, 2010

FastCasual.com is seeking brand nominations for this year's Top 100 Movers & Shakers, set to publish in February.

Tossed continues expansion; moves into D.C.

November 9, 2010

Tossed, a fast casual brand known for its fresh gourmet salads, crepe wraps and sandwiches, has announced the signing of a major deal for a more than 20-unit…