Restaurant Dive
7 Brew outbids Dutch Bros in $143M offer for 73 Salad and Go units
7 Brew has made a $143 million offer to acquire 73 Salad and Go locations in bankruptcy, outbidding Dutch Bros for the assets.
63 stories · last 7 days by relevance
7 Brew has made a $143 million offer to acquire 73 Salad and Go locations in bankruptcy, outbidding Dutch Bros for the assets.
Chipotle opened its first Asian location in Seoul, South Korea, through a partnership with Sangmidang Holdings, signaling an expansion beyond North America.
Chipotle is simultaneously launching two limited-time offerings—a reformulated Pollo Asado and new Chili Lime Chips—marking the first time the chain has run dual LTOs at once, suggesting a bid to driv
Evergreens, a Seattle-based fast-casual chain founded in 2012, has launched a franchise program targeting 12 Western states, signaling a shift from company-operated growth to franchisee-led expansion.
Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity have completed their acquisition of Bonchon, the Korean fried chicken chain.
Former fitness entrepreneur Steele Smiley exited his 900+ franchise fitness business to launch CRISP & GREEN, a healthy fast-food brand now operating 53 locations; the move signals entrepreneur convic
WOWorks, which operates six restaurant brands including Saladworks and Zoup!, has opened 23 locations year-to-date with 15 more in development, signaling continued momentum in its multi-brand expansio
Original ChopShop is launching a dinner-focused promotion called 'Feel Good Nights' featuring new bowl options and a loyalty offer to drive weeknight traffic.
Panera modified its rewards program structure, signaling an effort to deepen customer retention through revised earning mechanics.
Fast Casual Executive Summit (Oct. 4-6 in Arlington, Texas) will explore how integrating fragmented tech systems into a unified customer view can improve returns for fast casual brands.
Chipotle has opened its first location in Seoul, marking the start of its expansion into Asia.
Fast-casual operators from Hot Head Burritos, Smoothie King, and Kraft Heinz are sharing insights on executing brand collaborations successfully at an industry conference.
Commercial real estate dynamics are shifting the restaurant landscape, with industry experts discussing how operators should adapt to changing lease and location strategies.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers signed an eight-unit franchise agreement to expand in Arkansas and Texas, continuing its franchise growth strategy in the South.
CAVA is targeting 75–77 net new restaurant openings in 2026, supported by strong performance from recent vintages and broad-based demand signals.
Mo' Bettahs promoted Kylee Arreaga to VP of Marketing after two years leading efforts that strengthened the brand's marketing organization during its national expansion.
Chipotle launched a reformulated Pollo Asado and new Chili Lime Chips (inspired by a viral fan trend) as limited-time offerings, signaling the chain's responsiveness to social media-driven consumer pr
Crisp & Green is accelerating franchise expansion, with existing franchisees planning to open 15+ restaurants by year-end as the wellness-focused chain targets density in priority markets.
Chipotle Mexican Grill was downgraded to Neutral by an unnamed analyst with a $40 price target.
Sweetgreen is rolling out its Fall Harvest menu nationwide, featuring returning and new seasonal items including a Maple Glazed Salmon plate and Roasted Bacon Brussels side.
Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop added a pulled pork sandwich called the Pit Boss to its menu across all locations, combining barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and pickle chips on brioche.
Beyond Juicery + Eatery's Senior Director of Brand and Product Innovation Elliott Disner, who joined the brand nearly two decades ago, is transitioning to franchise owner and plans to open his first l
Brooklyn Water Bagel has opened its first location on a college campus at Nova Southeastern University.
Salad & Go's bankruptcy resulted from multiple pressures including a Cyclospora outbreak, rising costs, rapid expansion, weak consumer demand, and declining fast-casual traffic—suggesting that single-
A NAYA restaurant founder, after a single location nearly became insolvent, is now seeking to open 200 additional locations.
HB Protein Smoothies appointed Tyler Doolittle to lead real estate and expansion efforts.
Pokeworks is running September-long promotions including tiered bonus points for loyalty members and Labor Day offers, signaling continued focus on member engagement and seasonal traffic drivers.
la Madeleine introduced a $9.99 weekday breakfast deal featuring Classic French Toast, signaling an effort to drive weekday traffic during a traditionally slower daypart for casual dining.
A 20-year-old founder built a fast-growing grazing-box franchise after gaining hands-on experience across multiple foodservice operations during high school, signaling that early operational exposure
Sweetgreen has relaunched its Fall Harvest menu nationwide, featuring returning and new seasonal items; the move signals continued reliance on limited-time offerings to drive traffic during seasonal t
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is opening a location in Indianapolis on September 1, marking another expansion for the island-inspired fast-casual chain.
Chipotle launched a '100 Creators' campaign with an apparent openness theme, suggesting the brand is emphasizing accessibility and inclusion in its creator partnership strategy.
Huey Magoo's is running a September fundraising campaign with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation to support Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, allowing guests to contribute at point of sale.
Chipotle's stock has declined 9.8% over the past year, yet valuation metrics suggest shares remain overpriced relative to intrinsic value and peer multiples.
Limited-time menu item at sub-$10 price point — routine promotional tactic without strategic insight into category or brand positioning.
Menu refresh with returning protein — routine LTO execution with no visibility into traffic or margin impact.
SAJJ Mediterranean is expanding its Bay Area presence following a 10% year-to-date sales increase, signaling confidence in the fast-casual Mediterranean segment's local market appeal as the chain prep
Chicken Salad Chick has been ranked as a top emerging restaurant chain while expanding its presence in Kentucky.
Case study of a regional chain's loyalty marketing leadership — useful for peer benchmark, but limited to vendor audience context.
Menu change triggered social backlash — signals risk of consumer alienation in fast-casual innovation, though details are missing.
Panera has launched a tiered points loyalty program called MyPanera Points.
Two-location opening in one market — routine expansion announcement with no chain strategy or multi-location operator insight.
Huey Magoo's is expanding into Pennsylvania through a three-unit franchise deal with local operators, marking the brand's first entry into the state.
Single celebrity-backed delivery brand adding dine-in is not a multi-location chain story — no operator takeaway for a 25+ unit brand.
A comparison analysis of Chipotle's Q2 performance relative to peers in the modern fast-food sector.
JINYA Ramen Bar is introducing two limited-time Chef's Specials for fall (Sept. 1–Nov. 30) at participating locations, signaling seasonal menu rotation as a tactic to drive repeat visits during slower
Seasonal menu rotation at one major chain—routine LTO execution with no broader operator insight.
A restaurant operator argues that improving profit through operational culture and employee execution represents an underutilized strategy compared to pricing or cost-cutting approaches.
Monthly limited-time burger promotion — routine product marketing with no operator takeaway on pricing, positioning, or traffic impact.
