A roundup of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk in the last month, including Wendy's underground autonomous robot system and how PJ’s Coffee will

A roundup of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk in the last month, including a bunch of international development deals and more.

Development gurus from five brands spoke to rd+d about how the market is looking for them, currently and looking forward.

Despite a widespread labor shortage and supply chain concerns, 58.76% of rd+d readers surveyed said they are able to find qualified contractors and subcontractors to

“This year will be a significant one for Tous les Jours,” says Sam Hong, business development manager.

Dallas-based Layne’s Chicken Fingers plans to open 8 new locations and sign 45 new franchisees by the end of 2022. 

Results from a December 2021 subscriber pulse survey.

Acquisition is the route to the company’s growth, believes BBQ Holdings CEO Jeff Crivello, and here he offers up some best practices for other restaurant companies

Smaller footprints, drive-thrus, outdoor seating — all trending previously have become pandemic-proofing prerequisites for many. 

Q&A with TCBY's President of Franchising, Betsy Schmandt.

Marco’s Pizza signed 2 development agreements that will bring 22 new stores to the Denver metro market by the end of 2024.

In June, the City of Berkeley Environmental Health Division approved its inspection of the first “Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation” (MEHKO) in the San Francisco Bay

Between them, these development professionals have more than 70 years of experience and have helped to grow some of the industry’s top brands. Read on for insights from

Moving out: here are 4 best practices for moving a brand into suburban locales.

Frozen yogurt chain Yogurtland debuted a new fast-casual concept, Holsom By Yogurtland.

Creating and developing a new restaurant is an exciting time, but one of the biggest hurdles operators need to overcome is finding sufficient financing — and it has to

Just two months after launching its franchising program, Presotea, an international Bubble tea brand, announced the sale of 10 new locations on the West Coast.

Opening a new restaurant is extremely stressful at any time but the COVID-19 pandemic has made nearly everything exponentially more difficult.

Wingstop opened its first ghost kitchen in the chain’s hometown of Dallas.

Black Bear Diner opened 4 new locations across 4 states at the end of 2019, marking 19 new locations in total for the year. The bear-themed restaurants opened 3

Developing a custom steamer allowed Firehouse Subs to streamline its kitchen workflow and improve the customer experience.

Plano, Texas-based MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast-casual, better-burger chain, plans to add 26 locations across greater Houston by the end of 2021.

Fast-casual teriyaki concept Teriyaki Madness opened a new corporate-owned location near Denver’s Union Station and its own headquarters.

Every time you open a new restaurant, you’re taking a risk. Is the site good for business? Will there be sufficient customers? Will sales be high enough? There are two

The Brass Tap signed a five-unit development deal in Modesto, Calif.

Family-dining concept Black Bear Diner plans to open 12 new units across California, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas. Earlier this

Millennials and Gen Z consumers view dining as social experiences that should be celebrated and shared on social media, according to the 2018 Culinary Visions Panel’s

Fast-casual, build-your-own-pizza chain The Pizza Press plans to open 20 new locations in Florida. 

What is the current state of restaurant real estate, and what should restaurateurs consider when looking for locations this year?