The FastCasual.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The fifth annual publication features some surprises as we refine our definition of what it means to be fast casual.

New report tracks dinner's long decline

February 16, 2010

An NPD report reveals that demographic changes and health concerns have cause the supper daypart to drop.  

New report tracks dinner's long decline

February 16, 2010

An NPD report reveals that demographic changes and health concerns have cause the supper daypart to drop.  

Tropical Smoothie Cafe adds dietitian

February 9, 2010

Tropical Smoothie Café, a tropical-themed smoothie and sandwich chain with more than 285 locations, announced in a release that registered dietitian Darcie…

Tropical Smoothie Cafe adds dietitian

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February 9, 2010

Tropical Smoothie Café, a tropical-themed smoothie and sandwich chain with more than 285 locations, announced in a release that registered dietitian Darcie…

NRA performance index highest in nearly 2 years

January 28, 2010

Driven by improvements in both business performance and expectations for future business conditions, the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index…

NRA performance index highest in nearly 2 years

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January 28, 2010

Driven by improvements in both business performance and expectations for future business conditions, the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index…

Under 34 crowd values restaurants' proximity to work, delivery services

January 27, 2010

Restaurants and foodservice establishments serving up convenience are poised to do well in this post-recession economy, according to a release by research…

Under 34 crowd values restaurants' proximity to work, delivery services

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January 27, 2010

Restaurants and foodservice establishments serving up convenience are poised to do well in this post-recession economy, according to a release by research…

NRA forecast: Restaurant sales will stabilize

The restaurant industry will show gradual improvement in 2010 as sales are expected to reach $580 billion.

NRA forecast: Restaurant sales will stabilize

The restaurant industry will show gradual improvement in 2010 as sales are expected to reach $580 billion.

Menu prices and the economic recovery

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How will consumers' need for value intersect with the segment's need to cover cost of goods sold?

Menu prices and the economic recovery

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

How will consumers' need for value intersect with the segment's need to cover cost of goods sold?

The brains behind the brands

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

Fast casual executives are known for blazing new trails. But who are the five to watch in 2010?  

Seven keys to customer experience

True dedication to the voice of the customer will be pivotal for operators looking to improve their customer experience.

Seven keys to customer experience

True dedication to the voice of the customer will be pivotal for operators looking to improve their customer experience.

Fast Casual 2009: Five hits and a miss

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The economy, social media and a nationwide food-system upgrade round out a year filled with ups and downs.

Fast Casual 2009: Five hits and a miss

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The economy, social media and a nationwide food-system upgrade round out a year filled with ups and downs.

Pollo Tropical transforms service model

December 17, 2009

Pollo Tropical locations in the Tampa, Fla., region have added more menu options, silverware and a casual-dining service model to match the company's…

Pollo Tropical transforms service model

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December 17, 2009

Pollo Tropical locations in the Tampa, Fla., region have added more menu options, silverware and a casual-dining service model to match the company's…