Wendy's opens 118 restaurants in first half of 2025

September 3, 2025

Wendy's opened 118 restaurants in the first half of 2025, according to a company statement.

Domino's Pizza intros 2 flavors of Bread Bites

September 3, 2025

Domino's Pizza is launching two Bread Bite flavors: Cinnamon and Garlic, according to a press release.

Robust growth ahead for digital signage restaurant market

September 3, 2025

The global restaurant digital signage market is projected to be worth approximately $1.6 billion by 2034, boasting a compound annual growth rate of 7.7%…

White Castle to open in Daytona Beach

September 2, 2025

White Castle will open a location in Daytona Beach. A grand opening is slated for later summer 2026, according to a press release.

Toppers Pizza launches catering menu

September 2, 2025

Toppers Pizza is debuting its catering menu nationwide. The brand is able to cater any event with just 90 minutes' notice, according to a press release.

Breaking boundaries: Derrick Hayes on purpose, power, building Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

In this episode of Founderology – Built to Breakthrough, Derrick Hayes opens up about the decisions, setbacks, and breakthroughs that shaped his path. He…

White Castle to launch in Texas

August 29, 2025

White Castle will open its first restaurant in Texas at the Grandscape in The Colony, according to a press release.

Gen Z’s dining obsession and how LTOs can drive QSR success

by Samir Zabaneh — Chief Executive Officer, TouchBistro

Limited-time offers (LTOs) are a key strategy for QSRs to attract and engage Gen Z consumers, who are driven by digital trends, a fear of missing out and a…

How AI can help in operational efficiency, labor productivity, productized compliance

August 28, 2025

In a recent webinar "Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI," presented by Deputy and hosted by Networld…

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken appoints Brian Seitz as director of store design, construction

August 28, 2025

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has added Brian Seitz as its director of store design and construction. Seitz brings over 30 years of extensive experience in…

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

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

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.