Pizza Brands to Watch in 2023

We are honored to introduce the 2023 class of “Pizza Brands to Watch” and we look forward to finding out who makes future lists.

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Restaurants to lean on marketing while facing competition from coffee chains, c-stores

by Emil Davityan — CEO and co-founder, Bluedot

QSRs are grappling with fast-emerging competition from coffee chains luring customers away with faster drive-thrus and convenience stores offering an enticing…

Tony Roma's, Duck Donuts, Tropical Smoothie among CEOs closing Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit attendees will learn about Tony Roma's transition into the fast casual market, Duck Donuts' growth strategy and…

Brand that took over Russian McDonald's to enter Kazakhstan?

January 18, 2023

The Russian company that bought out McDonald's in its homeland may be headed for Kazakhstan. Vkusno & Tochka (which translates to "tasty and that's it"…

Pizza market to increase by $51B

January 17, 2023

The global pizza market will increase by $51.28 billion from 2021 to 2026 and will accelerate at a compound annual growth rate of 6.11%, according to a…

Mr. Gatti's expands Texas footprint

January 17, 2023

Mr. Gatti's sold 24 units in 2022 and celebrated the opening of several new restaurants in Texas, according to a press release.

Tim Hortons opens 600th unit in China

January 17, 2023

Tim Hortons has opened its 600th coffee shop in China, according to a press release.

A Tale of Two McDonald’s: How Different Locations Impact Visitor Patterns

To understand more about the impacts of location, Near looked in depth at the two most popular McDonald’s for Javits Conference Center visitors. We looked into…

Krystal unveils smaller prototype

January 16, 2023

Krystal has unveiled a smaller prototype in Center Point, Alabama. The 1,700-square-foot drive-thru features the first company store opening in more than …

Jollibee to open in Orlando

January 13, 2023

Jollibee will open its Orlando storefront on Jan. 18, according to a press release.

Subway considering sale?

January 13, 2023

Subway is considering a sale of its business, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal. The privately owned brand is in the early stages of attracting…

Taco John’s unveils new store design

January 13, 2023

Taco John's has revived its Drive Thru Olé concept as its newest store design, according to a press release.

Roast beef leads the menu at Lion's Choice

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Missouri-based Lion's Choice brings the beef - roast beef, that is - to St. Louis. The legacy brand has 32 units and has opened eight in the last four years.

Chick-fil-A awards $5M to 46 recipients

January 12, 2023

A total of 46 recipients — a increase of 12 over last year — were the recipients of the 2023 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards program, according to a press…

In-N-Out Burger to open in Tennessee

January 11, 2023

In-N-Out Burger will open locations in Tennessee after insisting for years it would not traverse east, according to a press release.

Burger King parent company commits to being cage-free by 2030

January 11, 2023

Restaurant Business International, parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes, has committed to being 100% cage-free in 92% of global markets by…

White Castle's Valentine's Day event returns after two-year break

January 11, 2023

White Castle restaurants will once again transform its dining rooms into fine dining establishments with hostess seating, tableside service and holiday décor…

Burger King hires on CMO

January 11, 2023

Burger King has tapped Patrick O'Toole as chief marketing officer for Burger King U.S. and Canada.

SoundHound joins Toast Partner Ecosystem

January 11, 2023

SoundHound, a voice AI provider, is joining the Toast Partner Ecosystem.

Philadelphia thieves snatch Popeyes ATM

January 10, 2023

Police in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania are on the lookout for four suspects who allegedly stole an ATM from a Popeyes location. The crime took place just before…