FastCasual is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 592 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)]].
Also known as Fast Casual
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream has signed its first-ever multi-unit franchise agreement in Illinois, marking the brand's debut in the state with three locations planned for the Chicago suburbs.
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Yelp's 2026 growth data shows fast casual brands like 7 Brews and Chipotle dominating.
The fast-casual chain has appointed two industry veterans to its executive leadership team to spearhead a strategic 1,500-unit expansion plan.
The Mediterranean concept has signed a development deal with an existing franchisee to open 30 new locations across Florida over the next decade.
Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken ranked No. 17 on Fast Casual’s 2026 Movers & Shakers list, highlighting standout brands in the fast-casual restaurant segment.
Barberitos named a top mover with 32 restaurants in development.
The Utah-based beverage brand has signed a multi-unit agreement with an experienced restaurant operator to develop six locations across South Texas.
The plant-based fast-casual brand is expanding its footprint in the Capital Region and Atlanta through new multi-unit development agreements.
"As we celebrate our 50th anniversary this year, this recognition is a reminder of the tremendous opportunity ahead."
Multi-unit Jersey Mike's operators JM Foods have signed an 18-unit development deal to bring the emerging San Diego-based birria concept to Los Angeles and Orange County.
The New York-based chicken wing chain plans to nearly double its current 24-unit footprint with over 20 new openings scheduled.
Bubbakoo’s Burritos has once again been named to Fast Casual’s Movers &Shakers ranking.
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Hawaiian Bros ranks #18 on Fast Casual's Top 100 list
Slim Chickens has been named #11 on Fast Casual’s 2026 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list, marking a major leap from its #66 ranking just one year ago and reinforcing the brand’s growing influence within the fast casual restaurant industry.
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The annual report serves as a pulse check for the industry, spotlighting brands that are keeping pace with the evolving fast casual landscape and helping define where it is headed next.
The sandwich brand is dropping 'East Coast Subs' from its name as it shifts focus toward aggressive franchise expansion and improved operational consistency across its network.
Cava has been named the top brand on the 2026 Fast Casual Top 100 list following a year of 22.5% revenue growth and expansion.
The annual report highlights 100 fast-casual brands and 25 executives leading the industry through sustainable technology and digital-first customer experiences.
The Atlanta-based cheesesteak brand is expanding into the District of Columbia through a new multi-unit development agreement with franchise group BIG DMV.
The Portland-based better-burger concept has entered the Houston market, signaling a shift toward national franchise expansion while maintaining a strict, non-localized menu strategy.
The upcoming gala in Chicago will celebrate top-performing brands and industry leaders within the resilient fast-casual restaurant segment.