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Year 4 of the QSR Evolution Conference: What to Know, and Who’s Coming

The early vision of QSR Evolution was originally written as QS-Revolution. That was my attempt at something clever nobody understood. Every email or message I sent out, people would reply, “tell me more about QSR Evolution.” So, I pretended I meant that all along and slid the color over a space. But what this suggested […]

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Beverage, Emerging Concepts, Fast Casual, News, Story

Growing Black Rock Coffee Bar Stays the People-Driven Course

Black Rock Coffee Bar ended fiscal 2025 with 181 stores after opening 32 across the year. It’s pacing toward 1,000 by 2035. There are a bevy of reasons to lend CEO Mark Davis confidence in the projection. But there’s one he often returns to. Ninety-eight percent of the 2008-founded brand’s employees above the barista level […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Buffalo Wild Wings GO Opens in Hurricane, West Virginia

Buffalo Wild Wings GO is bringing bold flavor to Hurricane on Wednesday, March 4, with the official opening of its newest location — a fast, order-ahead destination built around the brand’s legendary wings, crave-worthy sauces and fan-favorite shareables. Owned and operated by Little General Stores, a well-established franchise group serving communities across West Virginia, Virginia and Ohio, […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Largest Freddy’s Franchisee JRI Hospitality Acquires 43 More Restaurants

Salina-based JRI Hospitality, a leading restaurant group focused on quality, consistency, and building memorable experiences, announced today that it has acquired the restaurant operations of HCI Hospitality, a multi-brand company providing homegrown Midwest hospitality out of Manhattan, KS. JRI Hospitality is the largest franchisee of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Most notably, this acquisition includes HCI’s Freddy’s restaurant […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Veggie Grill by Next Level Reopens in Tustin, California

Veggie Grill by Next Level’s new Tustin location is now open. Located at The Market Place outdoor shopping center, this Veggie Grill (NLVG) is the first to offer Next Level’s award-winning vegan shakes.  The original Veggie Grill Tustin shuttered in May of ‘24 due to a building demolition by its landlord. The new NLVG Tustin […]

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Fast Casual, Food, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Pokeworks Introduces Black Garlic Aioli

This March, Pokeworks, the fast-casual poke brand known for its fresh, customizable bowls and burritos, introduces its new limited-time Black Garlic Aioli. Available starting today, March 3, the rich, savory sauce brings deep umami flavor to guest favorites. Made with roasted black garlic, the creamy aioli delivers layered umami notes with a smooth, mellow finish. Rich but […]

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Fast Casual, Menu Innovations, News

BurgerFi Debuts Szechuan-Inspired Menu for Limited Time

BurgerFi is turning up the heat with a bold, indulgent Szechuan inspired limited-time menu that brings a craveable balance of spicy, tangy, and mouth-tingling flavor to every bit. Starting Tuesday, March 3, 2026 guests can enjoy these electrifying new creations at participating BurgerFi locations nationwide. This limited-time lineup features four standout items designed to deliver […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

MEZŌ Mediterranean to Open in Dedham, Massachusetts

MEZŌ Mediterranean, a modern Mediterranean restaurant rooted in Greek culinary traditions, will open in the historic Dedham Square on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026. Located at 551 High Street, the new 1,400-square-foot counter-service concept introduces a refined “fast-fine” dining experience that blends speed and accessibility with quality, authenticity, and true hospitality. Inspired by the Greek word Μεσόγειος (Mesógeios), meaning “Mediterranean,” […]

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Fast Casual, Food, Marketing & Promotions, Menu Innovations, News

Nick the Greek Launches Spanakopita Pastry

Nick the Greek, a national chain serving up authentic Greek street food, is expanding its menu with the launch of Spanakopita, a savory pastry that celebrates the bold flavors of Greece. Available at all locations nationwide, the new dish features buttery, flaky phyllo layered around a flavorful filling of spinach, feta cheese and fresh herbs, […]

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Fast Casual, Marketing & Promotions, News, pizza

Blaze Pizza Once Again Honors Pi Day with $3.14 Pizzas

Blaze Pizza, the nation’s leading fast-casual, artisanal pizza brand, is once again honoring its most iconic holiday, Pi Day, with a craveable deal that rewards pizza lovers with serious value. On March 14, guests can purchase one 11-inch pizza and get a second 11-inch pizza of equal or lesser value for just $3.14 at participating […]

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