Fast casual — page 8

Fast-casual brands are increasingly utilizing CPG partnerships to drive social media buzz and customer acquisition through unique menu collaborations.

With fall just around the corner, JINYA Ramen Bar is celebrating the season with two new Chef’s Specials, bringing together bold flavors and craveable ingredients in two limited-time dishes.

Edible Brands' CEO Somia Farid Silber writes about restaurant growth through portfolios

SAJJ Mediterranean, the Bay Area-born fast-casual restaurant concept known for its fresh, customizable Mediterranean fare, is entering its next phase of growth, doubling down on its home market while laying the foundation for broader franchise expansion.

Executives from Shawarma Press, Chicken Salad Chick, and Firehouse Subs will address the impact of operational complexity on unit-level margins at the upcoming Fast Casual Executive Summit.

Restaurant operators have faced many challenges in recent years, from changing consumer habits to rising costs.

A recent Toast survey of small restaurant operators reveals that fast-casual brands are leaning into technology to maintain confidence despite rising inflation and labor costs.

Jollibee is preparing for significant expansion in San Antonio, with plans to add as many as 15 restaurants in the market by 2031, according to San Antonio Express-News.

The brand has opened two Little Greek Express locations so far in 2026, including the re-opening of a location at Tropicana Field and one within Westshore Pizza, in Clearwater, Florida.

Across the restaurant industry, efficiency has increasingly come to mean doing less inside the restaurant.

Jollibee's Beth Dela Cruz leads global expansion with 109 US restaurants.

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

Newk's Eatery targets Salt Lake City suburbs for expansion with 11 potential locations.

Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken , the 500-unit crispy fried chicken franchise, is building on its Korean roots as it grows across North America.

Why have Asian brands such as Teriyaki Madness done so well of late?

Bonchon , the globally celebrated Korean fried chicken franchise known for its hand-battered, double-fried chicken and signature sauces, is focused on strategic U.S.

The WOWorks fast-casual salad brand is introducing a weekly value promotion at participating locations to celebrate its four decades in business.

The Gyro Project gives away 10,000 prizes on National Gyro Day.

Historically, many thriving Asian restaurants have been local, mom-and-pop shops.

The international quick-service brand has introduced limited-time flavored fries at its U.S. and Canadian locations to expand its side menu and capitalize on snacking trends.

August 18, 2026 — Saladworks today launched $6.99 Tuesdays, a weekly offer letting guests build their own base salad or wrap every Tuesday at participating locations, as the brand’s way of saying thank you to guests who have supported it for four decades.

The global brand has launched its first franchised site in the state under a 24-unit development agreement covering Northern California, Nevada, and Texas.

Existing franchise partners are driving growth for the poke concept, which now operates 85 locations across 22 states following a strong second quarter.

Some of the biggest growth stories at Newk's Eatery are coming from existing operators who are investing in additional restaurants.