Fast Casual: Hurricane Grill & Wings franchising fast casual concept
Hurricane Grill & Wings franchising fast casual concept with plans to open 50 locations within four years.
· 1851 Franchise· November 15, 2017
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FastCasual is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 593 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, awarding over 100 franchise units this year, with almost 350 locations in its development pipeline [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * Craveworthy Brands has appointed Keith Kravcik as its new chief financial officer to oversee financial operations and expansion [[2026-11-02 Craveworthy Brands hires industry veteran Keith Kravcik as CFO (401b5b)]]. * Starbucks plans 4% growth in fiscal 2027 with new store formats and technology, including AI that helps baristas take drive-thru orders [[2026-10-30 4 operations moves behind Starbucks' 2027 growth plan (59ac4d)]]. * Rock N Roll Sushi will open its 81st location in Lake Charles, Louisiana on November 2 [[2026-10-30 Rock N Roll Sushi to open in Lake Charles, Louisiana (d58fa1)]]. * Paris Baguette will open its 30th Texas café in Missouri City on October 31, creating 45 jobs [[2026-10-30 Paris Baguette opens 30th Texas café in Missouri City (7886cb)]]. * Urbane Café opened its 46th restaurant in Goleta, California, marking its entry into Santa Barbara County [[2026-10-30 Urbane Café opens first Santa Barbara County restaurant (7662bd)]]. * Starbucks ended its fiscal year with a 7.2% increase in global comparable coffeehouse sales for the fourth quarter, driven by a 5% increase in average ticket and a 2.7% increase in comparable transactions in North America [[2026-10-29 Starbucks closes fiscal 2026 with 7.9% North America comp gain (9a894f)]]. * Chipotle reported a 9.6% revenue growth to $3.3 billion in Q3, despite missing Wall Street's forecast, and is implementing various growth strategies including AI-enabled tools and catering programs [[2026-10-29 From AI to catering 8 ways Chipotle is retooling for growth (4f1b39)]].
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Fast Casual: Launching LTOs? Make Sure to Follow These 3 Rules to Ensure Food Safety
Fast Casual publication provides tips for food safety during limited-time offers, including understanding temperature requirements and separate preparation space.
· 1851 Franchise· November 13, 2017
Fast Casual: Chipotle upgrades mobile app
Chipotle fans can now download an app designed to streamline their experience with the brand.
· 1851 Franchise· November 7, 2017
Fast Casual: Starbucks holiday cups encourage 'doing good'
Starbucks is looking ahead to the next big holiday. According to a recent article in Fast Casual, the brand is rolling out its signature red cups.
· 1851 Franchise· November 2, 2017
Fast Casual: Pret A Manger gives coffee freebies with mobile app launch
Pret A Manger gives free coffee to its mobile app users as an incentive to try the new app.
· 1851 Franchise· October 16, 2017
Fast Casual: Quiznos mobile order, pay app receives half million check-ins
Quiznos' mobile payment app has received over 12,000 orders since its launch, with customization and user feedback incorporated into the design.
· 1851 Franchise· September 26, 2017
Fast Casual: Some fast casuals still pumped for pumpkin, others heating things up: part 2
Pumpkin-flavored dishes bring in $500 million annually for the industry, according to a recent article in Fast Casual.
· 1851 Franchise· September 21, 2017
Fast Casual: Consumers spending $181 billion on beverages
Non-alcoholic drinks are a swiftly growing area of the restaurant industry.
· 1851 Franchise· September 19, 2017
Fast Casual: Has pumpkin peaked? Fall menus embracing innovative ingredients (part 1)
The article discusses the fall menu trends, including the integration of mild spices and ethnic flavors, but it does not have any relevance to the franchise industry.
· 1851 Franchise· September 19, 2017
Fast Casual: Tinder-like app hopes to drive restaurant traffic
A new app called FoodFaves uses a Tinder-like algorithm to help users find nearby restaurants based on their food preferences.
· 1851 Franchise· September 14, 2017
Fast Casual: Queso oozes onto Chipotle menus nationwide
Chipotle is launching its queso nationwide on September 12th, after testing the product at select locations and creating a recipe that does not contain artificial flavors.
· 1851 Franchise· September 6, 2017
Creamistry
Creamistry, an ice cream shop with liquid nitrogen, opens a new location in Downey, CA, and plans to open two more in the next two years.
· 1851 Franchise· August 30, 2017
Fast Casual: MobileBytes intros self-order kiosk app for restaurants
MobileBytes introduces self-order kiosk app for restaurants, designed to improve the ordering process and reduce waste.
· 1851 Franchise· August 28, 2017
Fast Casual: FDA fighting NYC menu labeling law
The FDA delays a NYC menu labeling law, citing a lawsuit challenging the regulation.
· 1851 Franchise· August 21, 2017
Fast Casual: 'Look, Ma. No hands.' Dickey's franchisees using Alexa to track operations
Dickey's Barbecue Pit franchisees use Alexa to track operations, managing inventories, and providing food safety tips.
· 1851 Franchise· August 18, 2017
Fast Casual: Chicago's Aloha Poké Co expanding across the nation
Aloha Poké Co. expands across the nation, opening locations in multiple states including California, Wisconsin, Florida, and Minnesota.
· 1851 Franchise· August 18, 2017
Fast Casual: New tool helps small restaurant brands handle big turnover problem
Snagajob launched a new feature to streamline employee scheduling and shift management for small restaurant owners.
· 1851 Franchise· August 14, 2017
Fast Casual: Flavor Trends Report: It’s Gettin’ Hot(ter) In Here
A new food industry flavor trends report notes that Asian, Middle Eastern, and hot flavors are rising in popularity, with fiery and pepper-packed items leading the way.
· 1851 Franchise· July 31, 2017
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes Infused with Private Equity, Relaunches FDD
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has received private equity investment and relaunched its FDD, signaling a new chapter in the brand's growth and development.
· 1851 Franchise· July 27, 2017
Fast Casual: Shake Shack debuts Android ordering app
Shake Shack debuts its popular mobile ordering app on Android devices, with the help of digital ordering provider Olo and Fuzz, a mobile product agency.
· 1851 Franchise· July 12, 2017
Fast Casual: Summer LTOs Focus on Providing Healthful Options
Fast casual restaurants refresh their menus with new LTOs, focusing on healthy options for the summer season.
· 1851 Franchise· June 26, 2017
Fast Casual: Annual Ranking of the Top 100 Movers & Shakers Released
Zoup! earns 57th spot on Fast Casual's annual list of the franchising industry's Top 100 Movers & Shakers, recognizing strong momentum and industry impact.
· 1851 Franchise· June 5, 2017
Fast Casual: Millennials Love Burger Discounts, Gen X Favors Mexican Fare Price Cuts
Millennials prefer burger discounts, Gen X favors Mexican fare price cuts.
· 1851 Franchise· May 17, 2017
Fast Casual: McAlister’s Deli Continues to Thrive as Fast Casual Industry Becomes More Saturated
Even as the fast casual segment of the restaurant industry continues to be saturated with numerous competitors, McAlister’s Deli is still finding ways to grow.
· 1851 Franchise· May 1, 2017