Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Wings removes AI ordering platform

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Wings first established an AI ordering platform in 2022, but just a year later the brand decided to remove the program, dubbed…

Smashburger, Woworks, Craveworthy leaders revealing menu optimization tips

October 5, 2023

Optimizing menus across channels is one of the most important tools restaurants have when it comes to increasing customer satisfaction. Happy customers equal…

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings celebrates National Pizza Month, National Pasta Day with new menu items

October 5, 2023

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings will launch Chicken Alfredo and Artichoke Pizza, Anthony's Fettuccine Alfredo and the old-world classic, Spaghetti and…

Pizza Guys kicks off Raising Dough for a Cure campaign

October 4, 2023

Sacramento, California-based Pizza Guys has kicked off its Raising Dough for a Cure campaign, which runs through the end of October. The brand has partnered…

Mountain Mike's Pizza opens in San Jose, California

October 4, 2023

Mountain Mike's Pizza continues to expand its reach with a restaurant in San Jose. The restaurant is owned and operated by franchisees Asmeet Singh and Vipan…

How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes (and Why You Should)

Leave with a better understanding of key areas where consistency is king in the restaurant industry, and gain some helpful tips for implementing repeatable…

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Papa Murphy's launches EBT pilot program in 3 states

October 3, 2023

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has entered into a pilot partnership with Providers by Propel, an app for EBT users, according to a press release.

Chuck E. Cheese extends frozen pizza line to Walmart stores

October 2, 2023

CEC Entertainment LLC, parent company to the Chuck E. Cheese brand, has expanded its frozen pizza line to Walmart groceries across the U.S. in conjunction with…

Wiseguy Pizza shaped by worldly inspiration, dedication to quality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Wiseguy Pizza, launched by Nuri Erol and now owned by Thompson Hospitality, had five locations in the D.C./Maryland/Virginia region. The brand has grown with…

Mr Gatti's opens unit in Oklahoma City

September 29, 2023

Mr Gatti's Pizza has opened a location in Oklahoma City under the helm of franchisee Brent Swadley, according to a press release.

California Pizza Kitchen adds Korean BBQ Steak Pizza for LTO

September 29, 2023

California Pizza Kitchen will launch a limited time-only Korean BBQ Steak Pizza just in time for National Pizza Month, according to a press release.

Domino’s, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital unveil The Domino’s Village

September 28, 2023

Domino's Pizza and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have unveiled The Domino's Village, which has 140 furnished units in connection with the hospital. The…

Red's Savoy Pizza offers free pizza to kids on Mondays in October

September 28, 2023

Kids eat free at Minnesota-based Red's Savoy Pizza on Mondays during the month of October, according to a press release.

Fat Cousins opens 2nd unit

September 27, 2023

Fat Cousins has opened a second pizzeria, located in Norton, Massachusetts, according to a press release.

Riko's Pizza to support breast cancer awareness in October

September 27, 2023

Riko's Pizza has partnered with the Breast Cancer Alliance, supporting both the fundraising and awareness efforts of BCA throughout Breast Cancer Awareness…

Mr Gatti's Pizza expands Alabama footprint

September 27, 2023

Mr Gatti's Pizza has opened a location in Dadeville, Alabama, under the helm of franchise owners Mark Weeks and Kurt Hayley, according to a press release.

How Burattino Brick Oven Pizza is redefining the concept of neighborhood pizzerias

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Burattino Brick Oven Pizza has three locations and has become a destination location for diners in L.A. and Toronto. The neighborhood pizzeria doesn't have…

Pizza Factory expands California footprint with unit in Turlock

September 26, 2023

Pizza Factory has opened a restaurant in Turlock, California, under the helm of franchisee Luis Marquez and Sandy Perez, according to a press release.

AI won't replace restaurant employees, it will make CX better

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

A panel at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte from Sept. 11 to 13 tackled AI head on and how its real benefit is to improve the customer…

The Power Of VARs: A Candid Conversation With POSGuys.Com

Colton Kaltenfeldt from POS Guys offers insights into the advantages of working with a VAR that benefit businesses in the long run.