Loyalty programs: What customers value most

Restaurant loyalty programs work—but only if they deliver value. Explore SMG insights into what customers want and how to overcome common challenges.

Gong cha, Crust Pizza leaders talk franchising in today's modern restaurant world

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will look at franchising dos and don'ts as well as the latest trends and innovations in franchising.

McDonald's releases Special Edition Gold Sauce

August 27, 2025

McDonald's as released a limited edition Special Edition Gold Sauce. The sauce is a blend of North Carolina BBQ sauce infused with notes of honey, smoke and…

Frios Gourmet Pops hires former franchisee as VP of operations

August 27, 2025

Frios Gourmet Pops has appointed former franchisee Alison Groom to VP of operations, according to a press release.

Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery hits Sanford, North Carolina

August 26, 2025

FAT Brands has opened a co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery in Sanford, North Carolina. The new restaurant brings both brands to the…

FAT Brands goes virtual with Great American Cookies

August 26, 2025

FAT Brands, parent company of Great American Cookies, has partnered with Virtual Dining Concepts to launce Great American Cookies as one of as one of VDC's…

Domino's brings back 'Best Deal Ever'

August 26, 2025

Domino's has bought back its "Best Deal Ever" promotion. For a limited time, customers can order any pizza with any toppings for $9.99 each, according to a…

Mooyah VP of operations talks quality of food, consistency and those milkshakes

Beth Stockmoe, VP of operations for Mooyah, discusses the brand's food and operations in our latest Restaurant Operator Podcast.

Loman AI raises $3.5M to transform restaurant operations via voice AI

August 26, 2025

Loman AI, a Voice AI platform for the restaurant industry, has raised $3.5 million led by Next Coast Ventures with participation from TenOneTen Ventures and…

Little Caesars kicks off 'The Real Deal' entering 4th year as NFL sponsor

August 25, 2025

Little Caesars kicks off its fourth year as the NFL's Official Pizza Sponsor, the brand is offering a fans a two large 1-topping pizza deal for just $4.99 each…

Whataburger inks multi-year partnership deal with Carolina Panthers, Charlotte FC

August 25, 2025

Whataburger has signed a multi-year deal to serve as a Proud Partner of both the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC, according to a press release.

Papa Murphy's partners with Mike's Hot Honey on LTO

August 25, 2025

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has a new LTO beginning today. The Ultimate Pepperoni features Mike's Hot Honey. The pizza is available systemwide through…

Taco Bueno modernizing FOH operations

August 25, 2025

Taco Bueno is rolling out PAR Technology's point-of-sale and hardware solutions to all 140 of its locations. The move is intended to modernize the brand's…

White Castle to enter Texas

August 22, 2025

White Castle has plans to enter Texas at the Grandscape in The Colony. The restaurant will be near the the intersection of Destination Drive and Grandscape…

Wetzels Pretzels opens 1st bakery in Kentucky with Walmart partnership

August 22, 2025

Wetzel's Pretzels has opened Kentucky's first bakery in a Bowling Green Walmart, according to a press release.

GoTo Foods takes to skies with multi-brand drone delivery in partnership with DoorDash, Wing

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

GoTo Foods is partnering with DoorDash and Wing on a multi-brand drone delivery pilot in three Texas markets to explore how the technology can improve…

Speaker Spotlight: Claudia Lezcano, Fuku CEO

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Claudia Lezcano, CEO of Fuku, shares a look at her career, her achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Fast Casual Executive Summit 2025.

Celebrating the 2025 Fast Casual Hall of Fame inductees

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Registration is open!

McDonald's teams with TinyTAN for Happy Meal inspired by members of BTS

August 21, 2025

MdDonald's will release the TinyTAN Happy Meal beginning Sept. 3. Inspired by the seven members of BTS, according to a press release.

Whataburger brings on Jessica Reicher as EVP, COO

August 21, 2025

Whataburger has named Jessica Reicher as EVP and COO. Reicher has more than 30 years of restaurant leadership experience, according to a press release.