concepts

9 new concepts we’re watching

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 19, 2017

From a major brand's fast-casual spinoff to a DIY ramen concept to vegan falafel, here are the ones to keep an eye on.

2017 Top 500: Sandwich

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 08, 2017

The sandwich category increased sales by 2.9% and units by 0.3%, despite category heavyweight Subway's 1.7% sales decline and 1.3% unit decline.

Leadership

Leadership changes at Lettuce Entertain You

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 20, 2017

The transition to the second generation of Melmans took a big step forward.

Emerging Brands

5 predictions for emerging concepts

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 01, 2018

Emerging chains, with their innovative spirit and potential for nimble execution, are excellent predictors of changing winds in the restaurant industry. Here are some of our predictions for emerging concepts for 2018.

Food

Concepts to Scout in Phoenix, Expansion Edition

By Sara Rush Wirth on Mar. 23, 2015

As thousands of operators flock to Phoenix for this year’s Restaurant Leadership Conference, we looked at restaurateurs who are expanding their already-successful portfolios. Here are four places to consider visiting.

Emerging Brands

Inside Philly’s 24-hour mixed-service spot

By Lauren Hallow on Jan. 13, 2017

Chef Jose Garces—named one of RB’s Power 20 operators last year for his local empire—switched gears with an Italian concept in Philadelphia called 24 Wood Fired Fare.

Technology