Nextbite launching Packed Bowls by Wiz Khalifa

May 18, 2022

Extending its partnership with multi-platinum selling, Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa, Nextbite is rolling out a delivery-only…

Yodeck survey says restaurants see gains with digital signage

May 18, 2022

In Q2 of 2022, Yodeck Digital Signage ran a survey to evaluate the impact of digital signage in the restaurant industry, according to a company press release.

Stayntouch teams with Tabit on contactless hospitality platform

May 18, 2022

Stayntouch, a provider of hotel property management systems and contactless technology, has introduced a direct integration with Tabit, a mobile-first…

Café Rio Mexican Grill digital concept drives volume gains

May 18, 2022

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill, featuring digital kiosk ordering, drive-thru, curbside ordering and mobile app ordering, recently reported stellar sales at its…

QSR Automations Steps into a New Era

With new leadership and a new look, the industry leader in kitchen technology is poised to take on the next 25 years.

Coca-Cola Freestyle 8100 improves variety and speed for drive-thrus

May 17, 2022

Coca-Cola has launched its Freestyle 8100, a back-of-house dispenser developed specifically for the crew-serve occasion, according to a press release. The…

Jack in the Box Selects Jolt as Exclusive Food Safety Software Vendor

Jack in the Box Inc. has selected Jolt, the leader in digital food safety and operations execution software, to be their exclusive vendor for digital food…

US Foods renews Toast partnership

May 16, 2022

US Foods, a foodservice distributor, has renewed its partnership with Toast, a provider of a digital platform for restaurants, according to a press release.

Cutting the POS Cable: POS Reporting from the Comfort of Your Couch

Moving to a cloud-based POS reporting and analytics system opens up a whole new world of deeper insights into your business and increased job satisfaction.

Germicidal light: New tools in the war against restaurant pathogens

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A panel of experts weigh in on what tools are available to ensure a facility is safe from dangerous pathogens

Wing Zone on mission to 'fully automate' restaurants

May 11, 2022

Wing Zone is getting into the automation business thanks to its partnership with Wavemaker Labs, the product development incubator behind Miso Robotics, which…

Why Thermal Printers Have A Place In Today’s Modern Kitchens

Last week, I had a chat with John Maieli, Channel Partner Executive at Star Micronics America. He had a vision: thermal printers in professional kitchens…

Fat Straws goes big with digital menu boards

by Kevin Damask — Editor, Digital Signage Today

Dallas-based Fat Straws Bubble Tea Co. has deployed digital menu boards to facilitate campaigns, feature LTOs and announce special offers.

Adopting an Ecosystem Approach to Restaurant Technology

Relying on multiple vendors to implement a digital transformation can be a challenge. Working with a core technology ecosystem provider can simplify the…

Sweetgreen launching digital model

May 6, 2022

As Sweetgreen's digital business is growing, accounting for 67% of its 2021 total revenue, it is piloting its first digital-only pickup location in Washington…

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop to open automat store in Queens

May 3, 2022

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, a quick serve dumpling franchise that uses an Automat concept, is coming to Queens, New York after franchisees Jose Marrero and…

Star Micronics Cloud Services: Revamped for an Evolving World

Star Micronics Cloud Services allows developers and business owners to monitor devices in real-time, collect crucial data, and create customized receipts…

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill expanding digital stores

April 29, 2022

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill has opened a location in Buckeye, Arizona, which offers curb-side delivery, in-store pickup, drive-thru and a digital kiosk experience.

Digital Technologies Reshaping Restaurant Operations

Operators are increasingly using digital devices to improve service, help manage labor challenges and gather insightful analytics.

Using technology to pump up online ordering on Cinco de Mayo

by Graham Campbell

With some customers still uncomfortable eating out, restaurant owners need to have the capabilities to manage an influx of online orders for carryout, curbside…