1+ hour, 58+ min ago  (471+ words) fastcasual. com Deliverect AI debuts autonomous workforce to manage menus, protect digital revenue Deliverect, a global restaurant technology platform serving more than 95, 000 locations across 78 countries, has launched Deliverect AI: a digital workforce of autonomous agents and smart assistants designed to…...

21+ hour, 58+ min ago  (161+ words) Toronto-based franchisor Fuwa Labs LLC has partnered with Boston-based Franchisor Advisory Partners to expand Fluffy Fluffy Caf's Japanese souffl fast-casual concept across the United States. Since its 2018 launch, Fluffy has opened 16 US locations and also has units in the UK…...

2+ day, 2+ hour ago  (705+ words) In 2025, fast-casual brands outperformed despite challenges. Predictions for 2026 include sector expansion with a focus on health, pricing, and competition. Expert insights detail growth factors and expectations for the fast-casual industry moving forward. April 7, 2026 by Amy Sorter " Writer and Editor, Networld…...

3+ day, 3+ min ago  (181+ words) fastcasual. com Gregorys Coffee partners with Craveworthy to perk interest in franchises Gregorys Coffee has joined forces with Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of Shaquille O'Neal-founded Big Chicken, Bd's Mongolian Grill and 16 other concepts, to promote franchise opportunities for its…...

3+ day, 3+ min ago  (133+ words) fastcasual. com Playa Bowls launches 1st Canadian location Playa Bowls is opening its first Canadian location as part of a cross-country expansion plan. As part of a master franchise agreement, Newmarket, Ontario-based Eat Up Canada signed a 1, 700-square-foot lease at The…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago  (152+ words) Ziggi's Coffee, headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, has hired restaurant veterans Darren Spicer and Betsy Hamm to help fuel the brand's ongoing expansion. Spicer and Hamm will work with Ziggi's leadership team to provide strategic insight and operational guidance as the…...

6+ day, 2+ hour ago  (185+ words) In an effort to protect its income streams from errors tied to third-party platforms, MOD Pizza has integrated PAR Technology Corp's Recovery and Delivery Operations modules into its delivery operations, according to a company press release. The additions have been…...

6+ day, 44+ min ago  (815+ words) April 3, 2026 by Jim Knight " Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker You've got a killer product, a powerful vision, and a rockstar team " but something's missing: the story. That's your secret sauce. Storytelling is how you go from "good" to unforgettable. It's the…...

1+ week, 15+ hour ago  (162+ words) San Francisco-based The Melt is seeking experienced multi-unit restaurant operators to help expand its presence in California and Arizona, where it owns and operates 20 locations. "We took a very thoughtful approach to franchising The Melt," Greg Vojnovic, the company's head…...

1+ week, 3+ hour ago  (492+ words) The initiative, part of the company's "Back to Starbucks" transformation, introduces quarterly bonuses, expanded digital tipping, and a transition to weekly pay. April 2, 2026 by Cherryh Cansler " Publisher, Fast Casual. com Starbucks Coffee Company has created an incentive rewards program for…...