Small restaurants, big impact: Why mom-and-pop eateries still matter

Despite the presence of national restaurant chains, research consistently shows diners form their most-lasting and meaningful memories in independently owned…

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Speaker Spotlight: Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is one of dozens of panelists participating in the upcoming Fast Casual Executive Summit.

Five Guys has continued its partnership with CloudKitchens - Opening at Lake Union Eats in Seattle

Five Guys is now serving their world renowned burgers, fries, and milkshakes to their fans in Seattle

Krystal launches pulled pork lineup

June 16, 2025

Krystal has released a smoky Pulled Pork lineup and Onion Rings available at participating locations while supplies last, according to a press release.

Five Guys and CloudKitchens Launch New Partnership

Starting June 3rd, Five Guys will be serving their handcrafted burgers and fries in a ghost kitchen in San Francisco, CA.

Whataburger brings back Pico de Gallo Burger at fans' behest

May 29, 2025

Whataburger has received four years and fan requests begging for the return of the Pico de Gallo Burger. The brand has brought back the burger for a limited…

Jollibee adds premium burgers to menu

March 31, 2025

Chicken chain Jollibee has added cheeseburgers to its menu using 100% Certified Angus Beef, according to a press release.

McDonald's launching McValue platform in 2025

November 22, 2024

McDonald's is giving customers more value choices in 2025. Starting Jan. 7, the Chicago-based burger brand is launching its new value platform, McValue, in…

Wendy's celebrates 25 years of Spongebob Squarepants with 'Krabby Patty Kollab'

October 2, 2024

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of "Spongebob Squarepants," Wendy's and Paramount are partnering to launch Wendy's Krabby Patty Kollab, which features a…

Digital Signage Pilots Travel Center Giant to Stronger Customer Connections

DEEL, specializing in dynamic digital signage for convenience stores and gas stations, outfitted a small number of Pilot’s stores as part of a test to…

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Savvy Sliders becomes sponsor of Detroit Lions

September 5, 2024

Michigan-based Savvy Sliders has inked a deal with The Detroit Lions to become an official sponsor of the football team. The day following each Lions win…

Carl's Jr. adds bagel seasoning menu only in Palm Springs

July 18, 2024

Carl's Jr. is spicing things up this summer with an "audacious" lineup featuring a flavor many wouldn't expect: everything bagel seasoning, according to a…

Checkers & Rally's releases brisket line

May 29, 2024

Checkers & Rally's has released a line of brisket menu items, including the BBQ Brisket Melt, Brisket Bosswich and Brisket Loaded Fries, according to a…

Cubby’s Expands Restaurant Tech Stack and Continues Expansion.

Controlling food costs is always top of mind for Cubby’s, a Utah-based multi-unit restaurant brand committed to fresh, high-quality ingredients. The concept …

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Carl's Jr. makes El Diablo burger permanent menu addition

April 26, 2024

The spicy El Diablo burger is back at Carl's Jr. — and this time it's a permanent addition to the menu. The burger features two charbroiled all-beef patties…

Checkers & Rally's franchisee has nearly 4 decades of experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Sam Chand owns 31 Checkers & Rally's locations. Finding real estate to accommodate a double drive-thru is his biggest challenge.

Smalls Sliders franchisees to bring 5 units to Kansas

March 12, 2024

Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with development group Slidin' Thru ICT to open five units across Kansas, according to a press release.

Hardee's brings back Philly Cheesesteak Angus Burger, Philly Cheesesteak Breakfast Burrito

March 6, 2024

Hardee's is bringing back the Philly Cheesesteak Angus Burger and Philly Cheesesteak Breakfast Burrito, according to a press release.

Wendy's won't use surge pricing

March 4, 2024

Reports Wendy's would test "dynamic pricing" or "surge pricing" hit the media last week but the brand said it never intended to utilize fluctuating prices like…

Checkers & Rally's opens in Indianapolis

March 4, 2024

Checkers and Rally's has opened a double drive-thru in Indianapolis at West 10th Street. It's co-owned by Fred Kaufman and Don Tharp, according to a press…