Diners are changing. They want new things. They want to be healthier, they want friendship, and they want culture. Essentially, they want a greater connection […]

As we near the end of 2025, the restaurant industry is riding a wave of innovation, adaptation, and renewed consumer passion for dining experiences. The […]

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is expanding its presence in the Central Valley with a brand-new Porterville location featuring a double drive-thru and a Grand Opening Luau […]

Mellow Mushroom is closing out a successful 2025 by modernizing its operations through digital kitchen rollouts and back-office efficiency to pave the way for […]

Mugshots Grill & Bar has named Lauren Brink’s Florence, Alabama location as the 2025 Franchise of the Year, honoring her exceptional leadership and […]

Mountain Mike’s Pizza has secured a top-ten spot on Yelp’s Most Loved Brands of 2025 list, marking a year of record-breaking growth and continued industry […]

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is celebrating its 85th anniversary by expanding its fan-favorite Kids Eat Free promotion to every day of the week from December 26 […]

Onigilly Japanese Kitchen is closing a landmark 2025 with record revenues and double-digit traffic growth as it successfully transitions from a founder-led […]

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream concludes a successful 2025 marked by a 3.5% increase in same-store sales, innovative kitchen automation, and the expansion of its […]

Jollibee is accelerating its North American presence through a successful new franchising program, achieving major milestones in key markets like New York and […]

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Twin Peaks, Pizza Inn, DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go, Field of Greens, Konala, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, The […]

Here’s what’s On The Menu at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, Taco Cabana, Taco Bell, Eddie Merlot’s, Teriyaki Madness, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Whataburger. The post […]

By 2026, AI is expected to transition from an experimental novelty to an operational necessity in the restaurant industry, utilizing “invisible” back-of-house […]

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to […]

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to […]

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to […]

Del Taco has officially begun a new era of growth under the ownership of Yadav Enterprises, joining a premier portfolio of brands while continuing its 60-year […]

Blaze Pizza is celebrating its recognition as one of Yelp’s Most Loved Brands by offering Blaze Rewards members a free two-topping pizza with qualifying orders […]

Twin Peaks is celebrating college football season with the Postseason Bowl Games Sweepstakes, offering fans a chance to win a $200,000 grand prize by […]

Twin Peaks is returning to Omaha with a new 8,000-square-foot sports lodge at Village Pointe, featuring scratch-made food, 64 taps of 29-degree beer, and over […]

Taco Cabana is enhancing its value-driven menu with a new Double Happy Hour across Texas, offering signature margaritas and classic snacks at special prices […]

Local entrepreneurs Arsean and Trish Hooman have launched Kitchen Guard of Delmarva, providing expert exhaust cleaning and fire prevention services to protect […]

The table of the future looks different. Not because of what’s on it, but because of why we gather around it. After years of disruption and adaptation, […]

Taco Bell, California Pizza Kitchen, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, Pizza Inn, and Konala lead RestaurantNews.com’s Top 20 stories for the week ending December 21, […]

Food and beverage brands face evolving federal and local regulations heading into 2026. To learn more key compliance trends and what brands can do to prepare, […]

After two years defined by inflation fatigue and cautious spending, restaurant operators are entering 2026 with challenges and opportunities – consumers […]

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is accelerating its Canadian growth with a new Mississauga location in Erin Mills, offering authentic Texas-style slow-smoked meats and […]

Mountain Mike’s Pizza continues its Arizona expansion with a new family-friendly location in Phoenix, featuring its legendary curly pepperoni, a dedicated […]

PJ’s Coffee is bringing its signature New Orleans flavors to Mississippi with the grand opening of its first Gulfport location on December 20, featuring […]

The report lists 25 pizzerias doing great things as we go into the new year.

Traditional QSRs are losing market share to specialized “monofood outlets” that excel in unique flavor, simplicity and customer experience, and must therefore […]

Layne’s Chicken Fingers has appointed Cuyler Esposito as Vice President of Culture Operations to lead franchisee support and preserve the brand’s unique core […]

Despite ongoing inflation, workforce challenges and the looming effects of tariffs, consumer spending on restaurant fare has continued to edge upward. […]

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is expanding its Orange County footprint with the grand opening of a second Anaheim location on December 19, featuring a modern drive-thru and […]

Twin Peaks Restaurant is set to make its Connecticut debut following a new three-unit franchise agreement with New London Hospitality to develop sports lodges […]

Ruby Slipper is hosting a festive one-day Kids Pancake Brunch on December 22, offering free pancake entrées and holiday crafts for families across all […]

Chipotle Mexican Grill is launching its first-ever High Protein Menu on December 23, featuring a new snack-sized High Protein Cup and curated bowls designed to […]

Konala is set to transform the drive-thru category in the Northwest after signing a 25-unit franchise agreement with Speedy Foods LLC to develop high-protein […]

Whataburger is kicking off the new year by bringing back the fan-favorite Monterey Melt and Chicken Fajita Taco alongside the debut of the all-new Big Ranch […]

Layne’s Chicken Fingers has promoted Alex Camp to Vice President of Operations Services to strengthen corporate infrastructure and franchisee support during a […]

Mountain Mike’s Pizza has appointed industry veteran Sumi Ghosh as President and Chief Operating Officer to leverage his extensive experience at Starbucks and […]

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has officially opened its doors in Lewisville, offering a high-quality menu of authentic family recipes including signature […]

Dominating the landscape is a shift toward “experiential” and “fusion” dining, where classic pepperoni is being challenged by global flavors like […]

Eddie Merlot’s and Teriyaki Madness are kicking off 2026 with exclusive New Year’s Day happy hour deals and specialized catering and delivery offers for […]

Taco Bell is bringing back the iconic Quesarito nationwide starting December 18 and has issued a playful challenge to NBA star Nikola Jokic to finally try the […]

Rock N’ Roll Sushi concluded a record-breaking 2025 by opening 11 new locations and achieving unprecedented sales in Tucson, setting the stage for a massive […]

PJ’s Coffee is expanding its Georgia presence with a new drive-thru location in Statesboro, offering signature New Orleans-style roasts and fresh beignets […]

Teriyaki Madness closed out a record-breaking 2025 by surpassing the 200-shop milestone, achieving $191 million in systemwide sales, and launching its first […]

Savory Fund has announced the strategic promotions of Maryam Chaney to Chief of Supply Chain and Aaron Smith to Vice President of Development to lead the next […]

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is enhancing its seasonal menu with the introduction of a new Greek Salad and the return of its $9.99 all-you-can-eat weekday lunch […]

Field of Greens has appointed three key executives to its leadership team as the chef-driven fast-casual brand prepares to open four new South Florida […]

Taco Cabana is evolving its culinary heritage with the launch of the Bean & Cheese Pie, a handheld pastry that reimagines the brand’s iconic refried bean […]

Here’s what’s On The Menu at Sunny Street Café, TacoTime, Topsail Steamer, Wings and Rings, Polly’s Pies, Stonefire Grill, and Goldbergs Fine Foods. The post […]

Founders are encouraged to anchor their leadership, decision-making and momentum to their “why,” which is presented as their most powerful, zero-cost asset for […]

In our final Founderology podcast episode of the year, Cherryh and I sat down to reflect on the moments that mattered, the shifts that shaped us and the […]