concepts

4 fast-casual restaurants investors love

By Lauren Hallow on Jan. 13, 2017

While fast casual’s collective sales may be slowing due to segment maturation, money is still going into the segment. These four concepts are rising above the slowdown.

Topolobampo, Stephen Starr named industry's best at Beard Awards

By Patricia Cobe and Heather Lalley on May 03, 2017

Here are the 2017 winners in top restaurant and chef categories.

Emerging Brands

Inside Sam Fox’s new growth brand

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 13, 2017

Will Doughbird land Fox in the henhouse with high-stakes chain investors again?

Operations

Can axing the back of house boost sales?

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 09, 2017

Some operators are moving all storage and prep to be customer-facing.

Operations

10 years after bankruptcy filing, Bennigan’s plots 2nd act

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 24, 2018

The nostalgic brand reports growth with its modern prototype.

Captain D's: Sea change

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 16, 2015

The new beach-theme design sports a brighter color scheme inside and out. Seating options also have changed.

Consumer Trends

6 ethnic pork concepts capitalizing on consumer demand

By Lauren Hallow and Jill Failla on Jan. 25, 2017

Here are six ethnic pork concepts to watch out for as consumers look to order more Asian and Mexican pork dishes at restaurants, according to new Technomic data.

Consumer Trends