Fast Casual Franchise News
The latest Fast Casual franchise news.
Hot Head Burritos today announced that founder, president and CEO Ray Wiley died. He was 60.
May 27th, 2026
HB Protein Smoothies is deepening its roots in Arizona with franchisees who believed in the brand before they ever signed a deal.
May 26th, 2026
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October 14th, 2025
The Great Greek Mediterranean GrillĀ®, announced today that it has signed a master franchise agreement with the Beharry Group to establish the brandās presence in Guyana and seven countries throughout the Caribbean.
May 14th, 2026
Big Daveās Cheesesteaks is continuing its rapid rise from breakout regional favorite to national fast casual contender.
May 14th, 2026
Foodtastic, one of Canadaās leading restaurant operators, today announced it has signed a master franchising agreement with Inspire Brands to open hundreds of Dunkinā locations across Canada.
May 12th, 2026
Firehouse SubsĀ® is heating up development in Texas.
May 12th, 2026
HB Protein Smoothies is going global.
May 11th, 2026
HB Protein Smoothies has secured three coast-to-coast multi-unit deals in a significant expansion push.
May 5th, 2026
Starbird is recognizing educators this spring with a special in-restaurant offer in honor of Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 5.
April 30th, 2026
Starbird has appointed Stefanie Lee as chief financial officer.
April 28th, 2026
HB Protein Smoothies locked in two Florida multi-unit deals in one month.
April 28th, 2026
Hot Head Burritos is celebrating Cinco de Mayo all month long with thousands of giveaways, surprises and nonstop offers.
April 28th, 2026
Chili Shack has opened its first franchisee-owned restaurant in Brighton, Colorado.
April 27th, 2026
To celebrate Earth Day, BurgerFi is proud to announce the return of its fan-favorite plant-based Beyond Burger.
April 20th, 2026
Big Daveās Cheesesteaks has secured its entry into the Tampa market.
April 15th, 2026
Pickleman's Gourmet CafƩ, the Midwestern fast-casual brand known for its uncompromised food standards and deep-rooted community connections, has officially opened its newest location at 8448 Parkwood Blvd, Suite #300, in Plano, Texas.
April 13th, 2026
Starbird, the San Francisco-based premium chicken concept, announced the appointment of industry veteran Hoyt Jones as advisor to the board of directors.
April 7th, 2026
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June 24th, 2025
Jasonās Deli is continuing its 50th anniversary celebration with a season centered on fresh flavors and giving back to the communities it has served for five decades.
March 31st, 2026
Starbird is introducing its newest culinary chapter: a limited-time Chimichurri lineup inspired by Argentinaās iconic herb-forward sauce.
March 24th, 2026
Bonchon, the globally celebrated Korean fried chicken brand known for its hand-battered, double-fried method and signature sauces, today announced that Blas Escarcega has joined the company as Chief Development Officer.
March 19th, 2026
HB Protein Smoothies has signed its first franchise development agreement.
March 17th, 2026
Chili Shack has expanded its senior leadership team with the addition of Elizabeth Orona as Chief Operating Officer.
March 11th, 2026
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.
March 4th, 2026
A new era of fast-casual dining is coming to Fort Wayne, Indiana as Savvy Sliders and Fat Boyās Pizza join forces to announce the Grand Opening of their first ever co-branded restaurant in Indiana.
February 25th, 2026
At Dunkinā, weāve got a soft spot for the guests who love their iced coffee no matter what the weatherās doing.
February 19th, 2026
Starbird today announced the appointment of Greg Levin as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member, effective immediately.
February 11th, 2026

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