Whataburger Responds to Fan Demand by Bringing Back the Monterey Melt and Chicken Fajita Taco

Whataburger is kicking off the new year by bringing back the fan-favorite Monterey Melt and Chicken Fajita Taco alongside the debut of the all-new Big Ranch Wrap.

December 18, 2025 · ·

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Promotes Alex Camp to VP of Operations Services Amidst Record Growth

Layne's Chicken Fingers has promoted Alex Camp to Vice President of Operations Services to strengthen corporate infrastructure and franchisee support during a period of rapid national expansion.

December 18, 2025 · ·

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Proudly Welcomes Restaurant Industry Executive Sumi Ghosh as President and Chief Operating Officer

Mountain Mike's Pizza has appointed industry veteran Sumi Ghosh as President and Chief Operating Officer to leverage his extensive experience at Starbucks and Nike for the brand's rapid national expansion.

December 18, 2025 · ·

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Brings Authentic Family Recipes and Customizable Bowls to Lewisville

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has officially opened its doors in Lewisville, offering a high-quality menu of authentic family recipes including signature gyros, customizable souvlaki plates, and house-made dips.

December 18, 2025 · ·

Eddie Merlot’s and Teriyaki Madness Announce Exclusive Dining Deals for New Year’s Day and College Football Fans

Eddie Merlot’s and Teriyaki Madness are kicking off 2026 with exclusive New Year’s Day happy hour deals and specialized catering and delivery offers for the College Football Playoff National Championship.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Taco Bell Reintroduces the Fan-Favorite Quesarito and Challenges Nikola Jokic to a Bite

Taco Bell is bringing back the iconic Quesarito nationwide starting December 18 and has issued a playful challenge to NBA star Nikola Jokic to finally try the item that famously shared his 2014 draft-day spotlight.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Rock N’ Roll Sushi Caps 2025 With Strong Growth and High-Voltage Momentum

Rock N' Roll Sushi concluded a record-breaking 2025 by opening 11 new locations and achieving unprecedented sales in Tucson, setting the stage for a massive 2026 expansion into major markets like Dallas, Las Vegas, and Nashville.

December 17, 2025 · ·

PJ’s Coffee Expands Georgia Presence with New Statesboro Drive-Thru

PJ's Coffee is expanding its Georgia presence with a new drive-thru location in Statesboro, offering signature New Orleans-style roasts and fresh beignets beginning December 19.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Teriyaki Madness Closes Out 2025 with Record Growth, National Recognition and a Whole Lot of Madness

Teriyaki Madness closed out a record-breaking 2025 by surpassing the 200-shop milestone, achieving $191 million in systemwide sales, and launching its first international location.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Savory Elevates Maryam Chaney to Chief of Supply Chain; Promotes Aaron Smith to VP of Development

Savory Fund has announced the strategic promotions of Maryam Chaney to Chief of Supply Chain and Aaron Smith to Vice President of Development to lead the next phase of growth for its 13-brand restaurant portfolio.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Expands Fresh Menu With New Specialty Salad and Brings Back Popular All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet Promotion

Mountain Mike's Pizza is enhancing its seasonal menu with the introduction of a new Greek Salad and the return of its $9.99 all-you-can-eat weekday lunch buffet throughout January.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Field of Greens Poised for Rapid Expansion, Four New Locations to Open in Early 2026 with Additional Markets on the Horizon

Field of Greens has appointed three key executives to its leadership team as the chef-driven fast-casual brand prepares to open four new South Florida locations throughout early 2026.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Taco Cabana Introduces Bean & Cheese Pie as a Portable Evolution of a Brand Favorite

Taco Cabana is evolving its culinary heritage with the launch of the Bean & Cheese Pie, a handheld pastry that reimagines the brand’s iconic refried bean recipe for modern consumers.

December 17, 2025 · ·

Pizza Inn Celebrates Fastest Growth in 18 Years with Successful Triple-Store Launch

Pizza Inn achieves its fastest growth in 18 years, opening three new locations in three weeks as it expands into Indiana, Virginia, and North Carolina.

December 16, 2025 · ·

California Pizza Kitchen Acquired by Consortium Brand Partners Led Group to Fuel Global Growth

California Pizza Kitchen is set for a new chapter of global expansion and retail growth following a definitive acquisition agreement by Consortium Brand Partners and Convive Brands.

December 16, 2025 · ·

The Bagel Hole Expands Georgia Footprint With Highly Anticipated Opening in Alpharetta

Get ready to nosh, because The Bagel Hole is officially bringing its award-winning colorful bagels and authentic New York-style craftsmanship to its brand-new location in Alpharetta, Georgia.

December 16, 2025 · ·

FUSIAN Strengthens Leadership Team With Strategic Marketing Hire To Support Next Phase of Development

FUSIAN appoints Tyson Yirak as Marketing Director to drive brand expansion and enhance the fast-casual sushi experience through data-driven strategy and storytelling.

December 16, 2025 · ·

Potbelly Sandwich Works Marks Breakout Year of Growth as It Prepares for Major 2026 Expansion Surge

Your favorite neighborhood sandwich shop, Potbelly Sandwich Works, is gearing up for a major expansion surge in 2026, aiming for its 500th shop milestone and driven by strong sales, digital ordering success, and a major acquisition by RaceTrac.

December 16, 2025 · ·

Nékter Juice Bar Fremont Family-Friendly Celebration: $5 Smoothies, Free Protein Waffles, Face Painting & More

Join Nékter Juice Bar Fremont for its grand opening on Jan 3! Enjoy $5 smoothies, free protein waffles, raffles, and family fun at Warm Springs Plaza.

December 16, 2025 · ·

POS USA Launches Free POS System for Small Restaurants

POS USA has launched a completely free POS system tailored for small restaurants and businesses, eliminating typical monthly fees and hardware costs to support operational efficiency.

December 16, 2025 · ·

Teriyaki Madness Marks 200th Shop Milestone with Grand Opening Celebration in San Antonio

Teriyaki Madness is celebrating the grand opening of its milestone 200th shop in San Antonio on December 19th with $6 Chicken Teriyaki Bowls, special prizes, and free bowls for a year for the first five lucky fans.

December 15, 2025 · ·

Hat Creek Burger Company Rewards Texas A&M Fans with Free Little Hat Cheeseburgers

Hat Creek Burger Company is celebrating the Aggie spirit and the Texas A&M vs. Miami matchup by giving away a free Little Hat Cheeseburger to every guest wearing A&M gear this Friday, December 19th.

December 15, 2025 · ·

DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go Celebrates Grand Opening At The Mall At Millenia In Orlando, Florida On Thursday, December 18

DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go, the super popular, fast-casual fresh pasta concept from Venice, Italy, is celebrating its grand opening at The Mall at Millenia on December 18th, bringing easy, delicious Italian food to Orlando.

December 15, 2025 · ·

Park City’s Vibrant Après Destination, the Clear Vintage Room at St. Regis Deer Valley Opens December 17, 2025 with Elevated Bites, Champagne, Libations, DJ’s, Expanded Dance Floor and Two VIP Areas. Best People Watching this Season!

Park City skiers, prepare for the ultimate après-ski destination as The Vintage Room at The St. Regis Deer Valley reopens on December 17th with an expanded dance floor, elevated bites (hello, caviar and sushi!), and signature Champagne service.

December 15, 2025 · ·