
Woworks targets 40 openings this year
Saladworks’ parent has already debuted 23 units, nearly half of which are co-branded, and is on pace to double its new restaurant openings this year.
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Saladworks’ parent has already debuted 23 units, nearly half of which are co-branded, and is on pace to double its new restaurant openings this year.

Growth in fast casual has been scarce enough lately that any chain posting positive traffic gets attention.

Scooter’s Coffee announced the appointment of Anna Faktorovich as Chief Marketing Officer, effective September 8.

CAVA is turning one of its most recognizable pieces of packaging into a limited-edition accessory.

The U.S.-Iran conflict that began in late February has created a chokehold on oil exports, driving up fuel costs significantly.

Dutch Bros was one of the top-performing public QSRs in the second quarter, with an 8.3% increase in same-store sales.

The diner-inspired format is designed to foster meaningful guest connections through hospitality and differentiate the brand from transactional QSR dining rooms.

Chains like Cava and Long John Silver's add shrimp to menus as a cost-effective protein option

Every year, the QSR 50 offers a snapshot of the brands generating the most business across the U.S.

The shift to points-based loyalty with premium tiers offers consumers more consistent value and greater control of redemption.

Cava posted an incredible Q2, bucking the trend of many other franchises and chains right now.

The fast-casual giant taps the former Cava and El Pollo Loco executive to lead brand strategy, digital loyalty, and marketing innovation during its ongoing business transformation.

The fast-casual Mediterranean chain reported a 9% increase in same-store sales and continued traffic growth, beating analyst expectations through brand resonance and unique marketing.

By maintaining value perception and optimizing supply chain efficiency, the fast-casual brand is successfully expanding into lower-income trade areas while outperforming industry benchmarks.

The Mediterranean fast-casual chain reported a 31.3% revenue increase and 9% same-store sales growth, driven by rising traffic and high average unit volumes.

With cyclospora and salmonella tied to fresh produce, it has been a rough summer for salad-heavy concepts like Sweetgreen and the now-defunct Salad and Go — not to mention Taco Bell.

The fast-casual Mediterranean chain reported a 9% increase in same-store sales and a 5.3% jump in traffic despite temporary industry-wide headwinds in the salad category.
For years, guests have been flooding Cava’s inboxes with requests to add seafood as a protein choice on the menu.

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CAVA Group, Inc., the category-defining Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant brand that brings heart, health, and humanity to food, announced the appointment of Amiee Bayer-Thomas, Chief Retail Officer of Ulta Beauty, In

Wingstop launches Club Wingstop loyalty program with 22% higher enrollments.

Restaurant brands are shifting away from aggressive price hikes toward transparent value strategies as rising costs begin to negatively impact guest traffic and comparable sales.

CAVA is testing a new Braised Beef protein at participating restaurants in Philadelphia and Atlanta.

Chipotle gains value with 70% of brands ranking modestly above average