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Wahlburgers Makes Expansion Plans
The new Wahlburgers location finds a home in the newly renovated Comanche Cache Casino in Cache, Okla.
Out of the Shark Tank, into the Frying Pan
Buena Papa Fry Bar, which was featured on ABC's Shark Tank, has entered the New York market with its new franchise location.
A Family-Friendly Pizza Joint, but Make it Luxe
Throughout all five of its locations, Homegrown Tap & Dough combines a cozy ski-lodge-inspired atmosphere with elevated casual dining. After three years in development, the Parker location carries on this tradition.
new + notable: Mr. H, Boston
A modern Chinese restaurant and Shanghainese cocktail lounge in Boston's Seaport neighborhood. The splashy and dramatic space also offers a dedicated kitchen window for those seeking elevated Chinese takeout.
The Latest
Peer to Peer: Kyle Gordan, CEO and Co-founder, Dillas Quesadillas
Founded in 2013, Dillas (pronounced “dill-uhs”) Quesadillas specializes in quality quesadillas served fast alongside french fries (regular or loaded), chips and other sides.
Whimsy Abounds at Swingers Las Vegas
A whimsical and unexpected eatertainment space opens in Las Vegas.
Meltwich Opens First U.S. Location
Meltwich Food Co. opened its first location in the United States.
Modern Texas Vibes, Complete with Party Barn
Haywire Houston, which opened in June of this year, has added a private event space the restaurant has dubbed the Party Barn.
Fresh Designs
new + notable: Mr. H, Boston
A modern Chinese restaurant and Shanghainese cocktail lounge in Boston's Seaport neighborhood. The splashy and dramatic space also offers a dedicated kitchen window for those seeking elevated Chinese takeout.
Project Profile: Pokeworks
This fast-casual concept is cutting costs and construction time with a new value-engineered prototype.
What’s Moving the Needle on Restaurant Design Projects?
What's working for our readers right now? The classics.
Form Meets Function
Peer to Peer: Kyle Gordan, CEO and Co-founder, Dillas Quesadillas
Founded in 2013, Dillas (pronounced “dill-uhs”) Quesadillas specializes in quality quesadillas served fast alongside french fries (regular or loaded), chips and other sides.
bite-sized buzz for February 2025
Looking for some last-minute Valentine's Day plans? White Castle offers tableside dining and the MGM Grand seeks to reinvent Netflix + chill. As for where our editors will be? Patiently awaiting a newly franchised cat cafe, of course.
Project Profile: Pokeworks
This fast-casual concept is cutting costs and construction time with a new value-engineered prototype.
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