Restaurant Design / Layout News & Media

How pizza drive-thrus can help pizzerias thrive

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizza drive-thrus can help restaurants improve order accuracy and increase overall sales.

Layne's Chicken Fingers finds success with various models

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Layne's has seen consistent store sales with various real estate models. Eric Reed, the brand's chief development officer, explores how different models can…

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Whataburger partners with Russo Modular for Arizona prototype

June 24, 2024

Whataburger has partnered with Russo Modular to build a 3,000-square-foot modular prototype for Whataburger's modular program. It will be the brand's first…

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Burger King to invest $300M for restaurant updates

April 30, 2024

Burger King is investing $300 million to modernize its U.S. restaurants, aiming for 85% to 90% of locations to have a new look by 2028, according to a press…

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Best Practices When Seeking New Restaurant Locations

Although there are no guarantees that a new location will be a success, choosing the right location can increase the chances dramatically. Download this white…

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Long John Silver’s, Blaze Pizza, Slim Chickens execs talk expansion, real estate

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Restaurants executives from Long John SIlver's, Moxie, Slim Chickens and Blaze Pizza talked about expansion and the state of restaurant real estate at the…

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TikTok a powerful call-to-action tool for restaurant operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three TikTok experts led a panel discussion on using the social media platform at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Kansas City.

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Little Caesars efficient POD Program attractive to franchisees

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Little Caesars has launched a modular unit program that is eco-friendly and attractive to potential franchisees. The inaugural POD location in Keokuk, Iowa…

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Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken launches prototype to roll out this year

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has launched a prototype that will begin rolling out in stores in 2024. With dual drive-thru lanes and an online ordering pick-up…

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Taco Bell opens renovated restaurant in Kansas

December 15, 2023

Diversified Restaurant Group, one of the largest Taco Bell franchises, has reopened a newly renovated Taco Bell restaurant in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. A ribbon…

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Taco John's opens Nebraska unit after large-scale remodel

November 17, 2023

Taco John's has reopened a restaurant in Beatrice, Nebraska, after a large-scale remodel, according to a press release.

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Brentwood, California Taco Bell reopens after remodel

November 1, 2023

Taco Bell has opened a newly renovated unit in Brentwood, California. The restaurant is owned and operated by the Diversified Restaurant Group, according to a…

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Taco John's reopens Rapid City, South Dakota location

October 26, 2023

Taco John's is reopening its Rapid City, South Dakota, restaurant today. The Campbell Streete location was the brand's first franchisee-owned location…

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Southern Classic Chicken opens updated prototype in Louisiana

October 16, 2023

Southern Classic Chicken, a fried chicken brand based in Louisiana, has opened a restaurant prototype in Bossier City, Louisiana, according to a press release.

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Transforming your old restaurant: Expert insights on nailing the perfect makeover

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

When a QSR starts to feel tired and out of touch with contemporary dining trends, it's essential to implement a well-thought-out strategy to breathe new life…

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Jack in the Box opens 2nd location with Craved imaging

September 20, 2023

Jack in the Box Inc. has opened its first drive-thru-only location featuring its updated Craved redesign. It is also the second opening this summer in the Salt…

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Why remodeling is a top investment opportunity for restaurants

by Jim Balis — Partner, CapitalSpring

Remodeling is not just about giving a restaurant a fresh coat of paint. It's about rethinking and redefining a brand's physical space to meet the changing…

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Del Taco expands Mississippi footprint with Fresh Flex location

August 24, 2023

Del Taco has opened a Fresh Flex location in Philadelphia, Mississippi. The location is the first within the state. The brand signed a deal with franchise…

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