Chipotle, Fazoli's, Smokey Bones share drive-thru, AI insight

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Top fast casual brand leaders offer valuable insight on how AI is driving a more robust digital drive-thru experience.

DoorDash top focus when it comes to food delivery coupons

December 14, 2022

Consumers seeking food takeout coupons hit DoorDash the most and Papa John's is the single most searched for restaurant when it comes to discounts.

The Tech You Need To Create Connected Workstations In Your Industry

Connected workstations that feature terminals or tablets and stands, printers, scales, and online ordering integration increase productivity and efficiency to…

Marco's Pizza inks deal for 8 stores in Virginia

December 13, 2022

Marco's Pizza has announced a multi-unit development deal to bring eight new stores to Northern Virginia by the end of 2023, according to a press release.

Romeo's Pizza opens in Millersburg, Ohio

December 13, 2022

Romeo's Pizza has opened in Millersburg, Ohio, according to a press release.

Fast Casual accepting 2023 Top 100 nominations

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Nominations close Feb. 1

Domino's $3 tip back for carryout customers

December 12, 2022

Domino's Pizza is bringing back carryout tips for guests who opt to carryout their pizzas rather than have them delivered, according to a press release.

Little Caesars store donates proceeds to National Guardsman, assistant school principal

December 12, 2022

The Michalak family will donate all sales from their Radcliff, Kentucky, Little Caesars store Dec. 12 to Kentucky National Guardsman and Jefferson County…

Chuck E. Cheese earns Ecolab seal for commitment to cleanliness

December 9, 2022

Chuck E. Cheese has earned the Ecolab Science Certified Seal for its commitment to cleanliness across more than 400 locations nationwide. The seal signifies…

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings acquisition sets it up for franchising

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Anthony's Wood Fired Pizza & Wings was acquired by BurgerFi international in Nov. 2021. A year later, the integration has given Anthony's the support of…

North American Kitchen Solutions sold to Valesco

December 8, 2022

Dallas-based private equity group Valesco Industries is purchasing North American Kitchen Solutions Inc., a factory-direct manufacturer of commercial kitchen…

Pizza Top 100 nomination deadline extended

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Nominations close Dec. 16.

MOD Pizza to expand Kansas footprint

December 8, 2022

MOD Pizza will open in Lenexa, Kansas, on Dec. 14. The unit is owned and operated by MOD franchisee Paceline Partners, who own 13 other MOD Pizza locations in…

Domino's Pizza introduces jackfruit pizza in Germany

December 8, 2022

Veganuary, the month-long celebration of vegan foods and recipes, is in January, and Domino's Pizza Germany is celebrating with the creation of a jackfruit…

Grimaldi's opens to-go location in Frisco, Texas

December 8, 2022

Grimaldi's Pizzeria To-Go is opening a carryout and delivery only location at Kitchen United Mix in Frisco, Texas, according to a press release.

Mozzeria names Richard Horrell as CEO

December 7, 2022

Mozzeria has named Richard Horrell as its CEO. Horrell has served as interim CEO since June 2022, according to a press release.

Chipotle, Jason's Deli, Ampex Brands talk AI role in customer experience

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Artificial intelligence, from data gathering efforts to robot creation, is gaining ground with restaurant brands. Top leaders share insight on AI innovation…

California Pizza Kitchen board member takes over as CEO

December 6, 2022

California Pizza Kitchen has announced that board member Jeff Warne will assume the role of CEO effective immediately. Warne joined CPK's board in November…

Little Caesars ad campaign offers discount on Detroit-style Pizza

December 6, 2022

Detroit-based Little Caesars has a limited time offer for customers who have tried other restaurants' Detroit-style pizza, according to a press release.

Restaurant owners collect 1M signatures to fight California wage law

December 5, 2022

Save Local Restaurants, a restaurant and industry group focused on upending a California law that will set wages for fast-food workers, has garnered 1 million…