Steak and Ale to make long-awaited return in April
Restaurant Business
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
After succumbing to bankruptcy in 2008, the casual-dining pioneer will open in Burnsville, Minn., next year.
How Canyons Fresh Grill Saves 15% on Labor with 7shifts
7 Shifts
APRIL 13, 2021
Canyons Fresh Grill is the definition of a neighborhood spot—nestled just off of Main Street in the town of Woodstock, Georgia, the restaurant has been a mainstay since 2008. Canyons is currently working on franchising to bring Canyons’ friendly brand of fresh, fast-casual burgers, shakes, and salads to a town near you.
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Investing In Digital Technology Is Investing in Food Safety
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 30, 2022
It could mean the closure of your business as evidenced by Chi Chi’s, which was once ranked the number one fast-casual Mexican restaurant in the US. of America, was sentenced to 28 years in prison for his role in the nationwide salmonella outbreak in 2008 and 2009 that killed nine people and sickened 714.
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August Restaurant Performance: Could It Be the Turning Point?
Black Box Intelligence
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In addition, Fast Casual, and Upscale Casual were also successful. On the other hand, the segments with the smallest check growth were those in limited service (quick service and fast casual). So much so that last week the Fed cut the interest rate by half of a percentage point (the highest cut since 2008).
Near, Far, Caviar
EATER
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Illustration by Bea Hayward Once a luxury reserved for posh dinners, fish roe has become the snack du jour at restaurants across the country — and it’s blurring the lines between casual and formal dining Caviar has gone on a journey over the past few years. I started my career in 2008,” Gopinathan says. “It
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The Complicated Legacy of ‘Super Size Me’
EATER
JUNE 6, 2024
Fast-casual” brands like Shake Shack and Sweetgreen have emerged with an eye on higher quality (or “healthier”) food, ethical sourcing, and sustainability. 2008) and Forks Over Knives (2011). But trends in quick-service restaurants have changed significantly.
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MOD Pizza's Takeout, Curbside, and Delivery Technology
Foodable
JULY 22, 2020
The Fast Casual Nation podcast offers exclusive interviews with experts ranging from top chefs and brand makers to executives and restaurateurs who work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the restaurant industry. In this episode, host Paul Barron sits down with Kevin Flaherty, the vice president of digital marketing for MOD Pizza.
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Building a Pandemic-Proof Model
Foodable
JANUARY 22, 2021
The Fast Casual Nation podcast offers exclusive interviews with experts ranging from top chefs and brand makers to executives and restaurateurs who work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the restaurant industry. Founded in 2008, Fajita Pete's specializes in delivering authentic, quality fajitas to your door.
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The Current State of the Restaurant Industry | Season 5, Vol. 10: Informa’s Restaurant & Food Group
Foodable
DECEMBER 7, 2021
I said I got into this industry in the great recession and so I watched firsthand as the fast casual industry emerged back then, added this need to adapt to the state of things back in 2008, 2009, and 2010, you know there was an incredible amount of creativity that came in that season which was primarily I think around culinary and menu and it was (..)
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3 Eater Editors on Their Predictions for the Future of Restaurants
EATER
JUNE 23, 2020
Adam Coghlan, editor of Eater London: I do think there will be, the way that there was after 2008, a re-landscaping of this industry. Kang: Like in 2008 and 2009, in the last recession, you had a lot of innovation — things change and expectations change. Things are going to close.
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A Series of Extremely Scientific Theories on Why Fun Is Fun
EATER
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Between the mid-00s and 2008, restaurants like the spectacular Bazaar by José Andrés in Los Angeles and the gigantic Del Posto in New York emerged. We see the same pattern after the Great Recession in 2008 and 2009. This cycle repeated itself after the 2001 dot-com bust, followed by 9/11. The most recent recession was because of COVID.
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MRM at Five: What Issues Have Impacted Restaurants?
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 16, 2021
Tableside ordering via tablets, tableside payment, POS systems designed with mobility and flexibility in mind have dominated the market growing out of the fast casual. This movement toward more sustainably sourced food in both our fast-casual and fine dining restaurants will continue to expand in the future.
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What Are Crytpo Restaurants Serving Up?
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 5, 2022
Piya has no confirmed locations, but it will have a private omakase dining room and a fast-casual area where NFT holders can access exclusive events. Bitcoin, which was introduced in 2008, has come a long way. Camboflare. Bottom Line.
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Mod Pizza Heading to IPO and Velvet Taco Sale
Foodable
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Mod Pizza is set to go IPO soon and is one of the darlings of the Fast Casual Segment, founded in 2008. Listen to "Weekly Wrap | Mod Pizza Going Public, Restaurant Robots, Velvet Taco, & Self Service Technology" on Spreaker. They have been on a tremendous growth plan.
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5 Ways America’s Restaurant Industry Has Changed Over the Last Decade
Single Platform
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Time-travel back to 2008 for a moment. Between 2007 and 2008, the global financial crisis hit hard and was compared by multiple economists to the Great Depression of the 1930s. A CNN Money report from mid 2008 noted that casual dining chains were taking a major hit as people turned to cheaper food alternatives.
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47 Scaling Restaurants In Scandinavia To Keep An Eye On (Because They Are Awesome)
Apicbase
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
Fast Casual Restaurant. Casual Restaurant. Fast Casual Restaurant. Fast Casual Restaurant. Fast Casual Restaurant. Casual Restaurant. We’ve split the list by country to make it easier to navigate but otherwise the restaurant brands are listed in random order. Restaurants in Denmark. Oli Oli Poke.
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Our Favorite Places to Eat in Ocean City
Restaurant Clicks
JUNE 24, 2021
Opened in 2008, Yianni’s Cafe has been serving delicious food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for quite some time now. This family-owned restaurant is a casual spot serving authentic Greek cuisine. Looking for a casual spot for some food? Housed in a casual yet chic spot, this is the perfect place for any occasion.
Double-Digit Growth and Brand Expansion for Fazoli’s
Foodable
JUNE 10, 2021
Shortly after, Howard had an opportunity to join Fazoli's team in 2008. Eventually Howard moves his way through the ranks at Damon’s Grill, he became a franchisee of the restaurant and later became the Chief Executive Officer.
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5 Ways America’s Restaurant Industry Has Changed Over the Last Decade
Single Platform
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Time-travel back to 2008 for a moment. Between 2007 and 2008, the global financial crisis hit hard and was compared by multiple economists to the Great Depression of the 1930s. A CNN Money report from mid 2008 noted that casual dining chains were taking a major hit as people turned to cheaper food alternatives.
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12 Best Chinese Food Restaurant Chains
Restaurant Clicks
JULY 13, 2021
Chang’s back in 2000 as Asian American fast-casual restaurant, offering a higher quality fast food in a nicer dine-in environment. Named after the owner, a native South Korean man with Chinese parents, Mark Pi’s opened its doors in Chicago in 2008. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pei Wei (@peiweiasiankitchen).
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Where to Go Out for Drinks in Red Hook
Restaurant Clicks
DECEMBER 14, 2021
The lazy, casual neighborhood offered a relaxing but fun vibe as I roamed the streets reminiscent of a seaside village. The Brooklyn Ice House is an affordable bar with walls covered in chalkboards for a casual, local vibe. This place has a casual, seaside vibe that encompasses the spirit of Red Hook well. Brooklyn Ice House.
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Top-Rated Memphis Restaurants to Check Out
Restaurant Clicks
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
This restaurant is the perfect combination of upscale yet casual. It’s a super casual eatery with red and white checkered tablecloths and some of the best customer service you’ll find in the city. It’s a super casual spot to enjoy one of the best meals you’ll eat while in the city.
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How I Got My Job: Running NYC’s Hottest Indian Restaurants and Winning a James Beard Award
EATER
JULY 13, 2022
In addition to these celebrated restaurants, the duo and their team also run fast-casual fried chicken concept Rowdy Rooster , the Biryani Bol delivery operation, and immersive virtual reality dining experience Aerobanquets RMX. In 2008, I quit hotels and took a job as a food and beverage manager at an international airline in India.
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92 40 Iconic Restaurants That No Longer Exist
RGU
OCTOBER 21, 2019
The affordable and casual Mexican dining experience hadn't been done before and people loved it. 2008: Googie's Italian Diner Since the early 2000s, New York City has seen the death of many iconic diners. 2008: Steak and Ale Steak and Ale was ahead of its time.
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German Restaurants Are Expanding: 57 Concepts You Should Know
Apicbase
MARCH 31, 2023
Immergrün 70 Outlets Vegetarian Fast Casual Germany Immergrün is evergreen food for fresh people. Nordsee GmbH 370+ Outlets Seafood Fast Casual Germany, Austria, Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary, Switzerland, Belgium, France Not many modern restaurant chains can claim to have been in the business for more than 120 years.
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Where to Get Mexican Food in Rochester
Restaurant Clicks
NOVEMBER 21, 2021
Bitter Honey is a casual neighborhood restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine. In 2008, Dorado opened and began serving creative Mexican dishes and more than three hundred types of agave spirits, like tequila. Bitter Honey. 127 Railroad St #110, Rochester, NY 14609 Phone: 585-270-4202 Visit Website. Make a Reservation.
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Turning the Tide: The Inspiring Leadership of Geoff Alexander
The Restaurant Times
APRIL 12, 2023
He worked his way up and gained valuable experience in menu development and restaurant design while working at Vong under Jean-Georges Vongerichten, eventually becoming the CEO of Wow Bao, a fast-casual Asian restaurant chain, w here he continued to apply his knowledge and experience in the hospitality industry.
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Where to Get the Perfect Slice of Pizza in Charleston
Restaurant Clicks
DECEMBER 18, 2021
Owners and brothers Nick and Ben D’Allesandro hail from Pennsylvania and use their northeastern and Italian roots to bring Charlestonians a unique taste of family tradition in a friendly, casual atmosphere characteristic of the South.
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Jacksonville Restaurants You Need to Check Out This Week
Restaurant Clicks
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
The business casual dress code fits the standard for the cosmopolitan environment and high-class menu. They’re known for their casual, comfortable, and inviting environment, where they make fine dining accessible. The San Marco Platter makes an excellent dinner for a casual date night. Whatley Memorial Park.
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My Drinks Company Folded. But That Doesn’t Make It a Failure.
EATER
AUGUST 16, 2023
In 2008 I began bartending at Please Don’t Tell. I don’t know how many of you reading this have had the hopes and dreams you built up over years casually cast aside by a panel of strangers, but it f **g sucks. My career in the beverage industry had an extremely auspicious start. The whiplash was completely destabilizing.
How this top Brooklyn restaurant is able to pay teams more than industry average
7 Shifts
MAY 15, 2023
But if you rewind to 2009, 2008 when I started cooking, it was heavily glorified and still is in a lot of places, and was seen as the only really meaningful metric to measure your career by, in gastronomy and this obsession with the chef-celebrity, and the chef is God, an artist, and genius. There's a lot of problems with it.
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MRM Franchise Feed: Frictionless QDOBA and Crisp & Greens Goes National
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 22, 2020
The fast-casual brand continues to grow amid the pandemic and is on track to open more than 30 restaurants this year. Seizing an opportunity to revitalize the restaurant industry, Fazoli’s is encouraging challenged quick-service or fast-casual restaurant operators to convert their existing shells into a Fazoli’s.
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RESTAURANT365® RECOGNIZES NEW CERTIFIED PARTNERS
Restaurant365
DECEMBER 11, 2019
RRFMG”) was founded in Los Angeles in 2008 by two restaurant finance executives. The company has many single unit clients, all the way through hospitality concepts with over 60 units from all segments of the industry, including QSR, fast casual, upscale casual and fine dining. R&R FMG) – Platinum Certified Partner.
Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part One
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 28, 2020
I see flat-fee QSR, hybrid or fast casual restaurants with fixed-price approachable menus of typically unattainable offerings, such as Burger Lobster (lobster) and Sugarfish (sushi, omakase) becoming more popular. For now, it's just a matter of figuring out how we're going to survive. Vegan and Veggie forward will continue to grow.
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The Ultimate Guide to the Midtown Bar Scene
Restaurant Clicks
DECEMBER 2, 2021
The atmosphere in Beer Culture is casual and a little lively when they have live music. Even though most people associate wine bars with upscale dining, this is a very casual space with an inviting atmosphere. Since 2009, Bill’s has been a bustling and casual bar to enjoy a great drink and burger.
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In ‘My Everyday Lagos,’ Yewande Komolafe Searches for Home
EATER
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
In that time, she moved around constantly, cooking in restaurants in Baltimore, Atlanta, and New York, casually gathering her belongings and starting her life over again the way some people might change outfits. “It It made me feel like, since home was nowhere, I could literally move anywhere,” Komolafe says.
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‘The Community Still Makes Me Feel We All Belong to Each Other’
EATER
MAY 24, 2021
Ruhel Islam, a Bangladeshi immigrant, opened his Minneapolis restaurant Gandhi Mahal in 2008. The team has opened a temporary fast-casual spot , Curry in a Hurry, in a new neighborhood and is planning on rebuilding a restaurant and community center where Gandhi Mahal stood.
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How Restaurant Dessert Menus Shaped Our Sweet Tooth
EATER
OCTOBER 17, 2023
2008: Cereal Milk launches an empire Christina Tosi invented or popularized a number of household-name desserts — Compost Cookies, Crack Pie ( now Milk Bar Pie ), naked cakes — but her Cereal Milk, which she initially developed at Wylie Dufresne’s wd~50, reshaped the dessert world.
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East Passyunk Pizzerias to Try Tonight
Restaurant Clicks
MAY 30, 2021
Hoping to find a casual spot to grab some pizza? This family-owned restaurant has been operating since 2008 and is all about homemade food. Stogie Joe’s Tavern. 1801 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148 Phone: (215) 463-3030 Visit Website. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stogie joes tavern (@stogiejoestavern).
Top Restaurants with Private Dining Rooms in Seattle
Restaurant Clicks
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
The vibe is casual but classy. Opened in 2008, The Corson Building offers a unique dining experience. I enjoyed the tofu pad thai and the cashew nut chicken, and I would definitely add the papaya salad to any meal! The restaurant is in a converted house, so the private dining areas feel comfortable and homey. The Corson Building.
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The Ultimate Guide to Rochester Happy Hour
Restaurant Clicks
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
This upscale restaurant is decorated beautifully, but it also has a very calming and casual feel. This popular restaurant opened in 2008 and has since become a staple for locals and a hot spot for visitors. While it’s a little off the beaten path if you stay downtown, you can’t miss popping in here for their happy hour.
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What’s Next for Shared Kitchens? Getting Ready for the New Normal
The Food Corridor
MAY 22, 2020
The effect is more sudden compared with the 2008 crisis, where more claims were filed but over a longer period. With unemployment at such alarming levels, there will be a larger pool of workers looking for gig or casual work. This should help you and the industry make longer-term plans to secure your future.
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Top Restaurants with Private Dining Rooms in Austin
Restaurant Clicks
DECEMBER 5, 2021
The vibe of the restaurant is casual, comfortable, and chic. Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile is a casual eatery serving up creative and delicious food. In 2008, Chef and owner Shawn Cirkiel began serving “farm-to-table” seasonal meals in the modern upscale setting at Parkside.
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How Coronavirus is Impacting Restaurants
Aaron Allen & Associates
MARCH 19, 2020
March 9, 2020 Darden launches paid-sick leave for hourly workers The parent company of casual dining brands Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen and others announces that employees can accrue one hour of sick pay for every 30 hours worked. March 11, 2020.
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