Bojangles to implement Genesis redesign in 25 South Carolina stores

October 5, 2022

Bojangles will modernize more than 20 of its restaurants in the Columbia, South Carolina market, according to a press release.

Remodeled Taco Bell opens in Texas

September 14, 2022

Taco Bell has reopened its restaurant at 15208 Montfort Drive in Dallas, Texas. The restaurant is owned and operated by franchisee North Texas Bells, according…

Burger King commits $400M for major brand overhaul

September 12, 2022

Burger King has released the details of a plan, dubbed "Reclaim the Flame," designed to accelerate sales growth and drive franchisee profitability. The brand…

Wendy's unveils next-gen concept

August 17, 2022

Wendy's has unveiled a new global restaurant design dubbed Global Next Gen. The design will enhance customer, crew and digital experiences and is set to roll…

Hidden Burger King found behind Delaware mall wall

July 5, 2022

A fully intact Burger King has been found behind a wall in a Wilmington, Delaware, mall and it's been untouched for years. The Burger King has gone viral for…

Tim Hortons US debuts 2 updated models

June 7, 2022

Tim Hortons U.S. has announced the redesign of two next generation restaurants in the U.S. — a 900-square-foot drive-thru only model and a 1,600-square-foot…

KFC opens 'The Crystal Bucket' next-gen design

May 11, 2022

KFC has opened its latest design, dubbed "The Crystal Bucket," in Painted Post, New York, according to a press release.

Hardee's, Carl's Jr. to get digital, physical overhaul

May 11, 2022

CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., parent company for Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, has announced a digital and physical transformation for its restaurants over the…

KFC opens 1st Green Pioneer Stores in China

April 22, 2022

Yum China Holdings Inc. has launched KFC's first Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing, aiming to further integrate innovative solutions for building…

Taco John's Manhattan location reopens after fire

April 13, 2022

Taco John's International has announced the reopening of its Manhattan following a year's closure due to fire damage. The remodeled restaurant is located at…

3 Tips for Opening Your First Drive-Thru

We know how challenging it is to open a restaurant on time, especially when it’s your first time. We are here to make the drive-thru menu boards selection as…

SC Dunkin’s will be brand’s 1st drive-thru only store

April 4, 2022

A Dunkin' location, in Conway, South Carolina, marks the brand's first drive-thru-only location.

Restaurant seating is more than just a place to sit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Seating plays an important part in a restaurant's overall design and aesthetic.

DSA Signage Reveals New Website

This striking new website features a streamlined, modern design and easy access to all their new drive-thru and interior menu board solutions. It’s a great…

QSR restaurant design changing for speed, service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

QSR restaurant design is changing. Brands are rethinking their overall dining rooms and drive-thrus to increase speed and service.

Del Taco opens Fresh Flex prototype in Orlando

January 20, 2022

Del Taco has opened its Fresh Flex prototype at 5260 US Hwy. 192 in Orlando, Florida. The move is part of the brand's "Menu of Venues" strategies, which allows…

How top brands are tackling kitchen design, third-party delivery challenges

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Two panel discussions at the recent Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit focused on modern kitchen design and third-party delivery services. Experts…

KFC pretty busy the second part of 2021

August 9, 2021

Coming off very positive Q2 earnings, Kentucky Fried Chicken is pushing forward big time in the second half of the year to expand its footprint in more urban…

Why and how QSR kitchens are going green

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Veteran restaurant designer Michelle Bushey explains the why and the how behind the QSR category's growing trend toward greener kitchens.

Atmosphere Adds Premium Sports with New FITE Channel

Deal with the top sports PPV platform brings premier boxing, MMA, wrestling and more to Atmosphere programming slate.