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Emerging Brands

New brands and soon-to-open concepts worth watching

Emerging Brands

Wow Bao to add 100 locations via partnership with Franklin Junction

 By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 04, 2021

The Asian fast casual will bring its menu to Franklin’s network of host kitchens for delivery only.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Sixty Vines

 By Heather Lalley on Dec. 22, 2020

How a kegged wine-focused concept is finding its sweet spot during the pandemic.

Emerging Brands

Emerging chains see opportunity amid the pandemic

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 10, 2020

Leaders of BurgerFi and Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux are optimistic about their continued growth and said operational changes made during this crisis will become table stakes going forward.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Organic Krush

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 08, 2020

How a health-driven fast casual is cooking up new revenue streams during the pandemic.

Emerging Brands

Robert Earl is creating a virtual restaurant with Mario Lopez

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 02, 2020

The "Saved by the Bell" actor is lending his name to a tortas concept, and DJ Pauly D is partnering for an Italian subs venture.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Mission Taco Joint

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 24, 2020

How a full-service burrito-and-margarita concept is staying true to its mission and focusing on internal growth during the coronavirus crisis.

Emerging Brands

POS provider Square unveils kitchen display system

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 17, 2020

The new product will streamline orders flowing in from multiple channels.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Starbird

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 09, 2020

How a tech-focused chicken concept is revving up real growth with virtual brands.

Emerging Brands

P.F. Chang’s bets big on its To Go format

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 04, 2020

With more than 15 locations planned for 2021, the polished casual brand intends to challenge mom-and-pop joints.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Green District

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 23, 2020

How a fast-casual salad chain is navigating real estate decisions during an uncertain time.

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