BojAngler returns to menus nationwide for Lent
Seafood QSR, Bojangles’, offers popular Lent-Season LTO The Bojangles’ BojAngler Fish Sandwich returned just in time for the start of […]
Visit San Jose appoints Michael Riddell executive chef
He’ll lead culinary efforts at McEnery Convention Center, cultural theaters The marketing organization of the City of San Jose, Calif. […]
United Center begins offering Lightlife Burger, Field Roast Frankfurter
United Center Chicago joins Soldier Field in offer Lightlife United Center in Chicago now offers Lightlife and Field Roast Grain […]
Pie Five drags down Rave Restaurant Group results: 2Q
Pizza Inn expands in North Carolina, Oklahoma Rave Restaurant Group finished its second quarter of 2020 in much the same […]
Quiznos debuts Cajun Lobster Sub, returns classic lobster sandwich
Fast casual also returns Lobster and Seafood Sub for limited time Quiznos Lobster and Seafood Sub sandwich is back on […]
Warm weather heats up January restaurant sales: Black Box
Restaurants posted a 2.3-percent comparable sales increase There’s a bright spot in January 2020 restaurant industry sales, but according to […]
Starbucks grows revenue, transactions on strength of digital, innovation: 1Q 2020
Traffic growth boosts U.S. comp by 6 percent Starbucks had an impressive quarter to start the fiscal year, capitalizing on […]
Roti names Justin Seamonds new CEO
Seamonds brings diverse background to fast-casual chain Roti has chosen Justin Seamonds to lead the chain as its new chief […]
Pizza trends: Roman-style, Detroit, emerging ingredients
Pizzerias adapt to changing consumer preferences Affordability and taste profile make pizza a top food choice in America. Pizza is […]
sbe, Simon, Accor partner to jump into ghost kitchen game
Venture plans 200 virtual kitchens by end of 2021 sbe, a major hospitality developer, operator and management company, jumped into […]
Resurgent pizza chain introduces Papadia, piadina-inspired flatbread, to menu
Four, new, flavor options hit menus Papa John’s launched its own version of a flatbread sandwich, the Papadia, priced at […]
Chipotle financial results skyrocket on digital sales growth, loyalty, carne asada
Chipotle Mexican Grill reported impressive sales growth during its final quarter of 2019. Sales surged 17.6 percent to $1.4B supported […]
QSR News ›
Del Taco names Tim Hackbardt CMO
27-year industry veteran to lead marketing at Mexican QSR chain Del Taco Restaurants appointed Tim Hackbardt chief marketing officer. As […]
Starbucks grows revenue, transactions on strength of digital, innovation: 1Q 2020
Traffic growth boosts U.S. comp by 6 percent Starbucks had an impressive quarter to start the fiscal year, capitalizing on […]
Resurgent pizza chain introduces Papadia, piadina-inspired flatbread, to menu
Four, new, flavor options hit menus Papa John’s launched its own version of a flatbread sandwich, the Papadia, priced at […]
Krispy Kreme to add six new shops in New York City, including Times Square
Remodeled Penn Station shop re-opens Krispy Kreme will open its flagship Times Square, New York City shop in May, the […]
Fast Casual News ›
Pie Five drags down Rave Restaurant Group results: 2Q
Pizza Inn expands in North Carolina, Oklahoma Rave Restaurant Group finished its second quarter of 2020 in much the same […]
Quiznos debuts Cajun Lobster Sub, returns classic lobster sandwich
Fast casual also returns Lobster and Seafood Sub for limited time Quiznos Lobster and Seafood Sub sandwich is back on […]
Roti names Justin Seamonds new CEO
Seamonds brings diverse background to fast-casual chain Roti has chosen Justin Seamonds to lead the chain as its new chief […]
Boston Market promotes Eric Wyatt to chief executive officer
Wyatt succeeds former CEO Frances Allen Boston Market promoted Eric Wyatt to CEO from his position as chief operating officer. […]
New Restaurant Menu Items ›
Noodles and Company debuts Grilled Orange Chicken Lo Mein
Fast-casual chain returned popular Shrimp Scampi Zoodles, also Noodles and Company debuted Grilled Orange Chicken Lo Mein on its menu. […]
Quaker Steak and Lube launches winter menu enhancements, new Eat Heat sauce
More steak choices, larger Thunderbird cut, new Beyond Meat option add choice for guests Quaker Steak and Lube launched a […]
Smokey Bones menu revamp brings new dishes, including Tenderloin Medallions
Pork Sliders, Burnt Ends also added to barbecue-focused menu Smokey Bones Fire and Grill rolled out new menu items at […]
Elevation Impossible Burger rolled out across U.S.
Elevation Burger also adds Daiya Cheddar Style Slices to menu Elevation Burger is adding Impossible Burger to the menu nationwide. […]
Coastal Companies acquires Lancaster Foods, expanding produce empire
Lancaster Foods becomes fourth subsidiary of The Coastal Companies The Coastal Companies acquired Lancaster Foods, a retail produce distributor, from […]
Pizzeria operators navigate a changing restaurant landscape
As consumer preferences evolve, pizzerias adapt The pizza category is showing much resilience as consumers preferences change and evolve. There’s […]
Village Inn parent files for Chaper 11, secures DIP financing
Bankruptcy court filing to help reset Village Inn, Bakers Square chains American Blue Ribbons Holdings, parent of Village Inn, Legendary […]
Noodles and Company debuts Grilled Orange Chicken Lo Mein
Fast-casual chain returned popular Shrimp Scampi Zoodles, also Noodles and Company debuted Grilled Orange Chicken Lo Mein on its menu. […]
Quaker Steak and Lube launches winter menu enhancements, new Eat Heat sauce
More steak choices, larger Thunderbird cut, new Beyond Meat option add choice for guests Quaker Steak and Lube launched a […]
Dutch Bros Coffee names Charley Jemley CFO, readies next-stage growth
With new CFO, Dutch Bros primed for expansion Dutch Bros Coffee named Charley Jemley as its new chief financial officer. […]
QA with Susan Crystal-Mansour, NRAEF: HOPES Rehabilitation Program
Largest grant in NRAEF history helps provide second-chance jobs in restaurant industry The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) was […]
Best Cities for BBQ in America: Apartment Guide report
Some suprises reported in findings Analysis from ApartmentGuide.com helped establish a list of “Best Cities for BBQ” in America by […]
Winsight publication names Brian Niccol 2020 Restaurant Leader of Year
In two years, Niccol modernizes Chipotle without changing its uniqueness The editors of a respected trade publication from Winsight have […]