Readers Expect Design Costs to Remain Steady in 2026
Most readers expect per-project design spend to stay the same (28%) or increase modestly (42%) in...
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Love & Honey Flies South
Philadelphia-born fast-casual concept Love & Honey Fried Chicken is expanding into Florida thanks to the signing of a 20-unit development agreement.
Chicken Salad Chick Signs 25-Unit Development Deal in New York
Chicken Salad Chick signed its largest franchise development agreement to date, securing a 25-unit deal set to introduce the brand's made-from-scratch chicken salad to communities across upstate New York.
Stoner's Pizza Joint Signs 10-Unit Deal in DFW
Stoner's Pizza Joint signed a 10-unit development agreement in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, marking a major step in the brand's strategic expansion further into Texas.
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza Refreshes Five Walmart Stores with Buffets, Gaming
Mr Gatti's Pizza has renovated five of its Walmart locations across Texas and Oklahoma. The upgraded stores will feature expanded buffet sections and new gaming areas.
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How to Design Bars That Work for Everyone
Tobin Ellis believes that designing a stunning, immersive, right-sized, well-placed, highly functional bar should not be that hard. What makes it hardest is the mindset that pervades nearly all design and development: bars are afterthoughts. Here he expands on these thoughts in an excerpt from his book “Bar Design Essentials: How to Design Bars That Work for Everyone.”
Sushi Concept’s First-Ever Brand Refresh
Ohio-based FUSION announced its first brand refresh in the chain’s 16-year history.
Historic Buffalo Trace Distillery Unveils Its First Permanent Dining Space
Historic Buffalo Trace Distillery is opening its first permanent dining destination, the John G. Carlisle Cafe, expanding the guest experience beyond tours and tastings. Housed in a renovated 1935 clubhouse, the concept blends heritage and hospitality into a new, public-facing experience.
goop Kitchen Makes First Launch Outside California
goop Kitchen, a chef-crafted restaurant takeout concept founded by Gwyneth Paltrow, made its New York City debut and marked the brand's first expansion outside of California.
Fresh Designs
Inside Claudie: A Riviera-Inspired Restaurant Blending Art, Architecture and Hospitality
Claudie captures the spirit of “Carpe Diem” through Riviera-inspired design, artistic details and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor dining.
Fleming’s Unexpected Turn
With its new flagship location in Tampa, Fla., the chain is embracing the opposite of what guests expect. Brighter lighting, lighter tones and a variety of experiences under one roof is just some of what they offer.
KFC Gets Saucy
Saucy isn’t just about the sauces, despite the investment Yum! made in developing flavors like spicy mango chutney and jalapeno pesto ranch. Instead, Saucy is about the experience and the feelings it evokes in guests.
Form Meets Function
Buffalo Wild Wings GO Expands Footprint
Buffalo Wild Wings GO opened its latest location in Hurricane, W.V.
Peer to Peer: Brian Seitz, Director of Store Design & Construction, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken
As a long-time retail branding and design guy, Brian Seitz felt strongly that Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken had a great story to tell, as well as solid growth potential.
Form + Function: Implementing Automation
With a tight labor market and minimum wage rising in some states, new technology can be a game-changer for food and beverage brands, particularly in the QSR space.
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Readers Look Ahead with Trepidation
In a survey fielded in March, 39% of restaurant development + design readers say they are...
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