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Emerging Brands

Roll Em Up Taquitos disputes damaging accusations from franchisees

 By Lisa Jennings on Apr. 14, 2026

The 10-unit fast-casual chain clapped back at a lawsuit filed by five franchisees, saying that they were not good operators.

Financing

Jersey Mike's had another strong year in 2025

 By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 13, 2026

The fast-casual sandwich chain grew its average-unit volumes and added new restaurants in its first year under a new owner and a new CEO.

Financing

A Farmer Boys franchisee declares bankruptcy and blames cash advance financing

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 10, 2026

Geddo Corp., which operates 12 locations of the fast-casual burger chain in California and Arizona, ran into problems when it took out merchant cash advances.

Emerging Brands

Franchisee lawsuit describes Roll Em Up Taquitos as a Ponzi scheme

By Lisa Jennings on Apr. 10, 2026

A group of current and former franchise operators allege fraud, saying the franchisor misrepresented the viability of the fast-casual business, leaving them stuck with hundreds of thousands in losses.

Operations

Firehouse Subs sweetens franchise incentives

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 31, 2026

The fast-casual chain's cash-up-front offers aim to support sustainable growth across North America.

Financing

Dickey's franchise registration expires in several states

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 25, 2026

The fast-casual barbecue franchise, which has come under fire for its franchising practices, did not submit its franchise documents in time. Franchisees also keep closing restaurants.

Technology

AI has arrived in restaurants, but ROI is lagging

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 23, 2026

A majority of limited-service chains are now using AI or plan to soon, but few have seen a major impact yet, according to a new report from tech supplier Qu.

Food

Meet Chipotle's next new sauce

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 18, 2026

A new Cilantro Lime Sauce is scheduled to debut on Thursday for a limited time. It's the third new condiment in about a year.

Financing

Why Sweetgreen is at a crucial point in its history

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 16, 2026

The Bottom Line: The fast-casual salad chain is rethinking its menu pricing after a tough year. But a focus on menu prices above all may create more damage over the long run.

Emerging Brands

Former Legal Sea Foods CEO debuts new concept at Boston airport

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 11, 2026

Six years after selling Legal, Roger Berkowitz is back with Roger’s Fish Co., a fast-casual spinoff of his online retail business. It was built with travelers in mind.

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