Taco Cabana, Mugshots Grill & Bar, Via 313 Pizzeria, Angry Chickz, and Happy Joe’s lead RestaurantNews.com’s Top 20 stories for the week ending February 9, 2025.
1) Taco Cabana Ignites National Expansion With Franchise Growth and Bold New Prototype
Known for its signature handmade tortillas, breakfast served all day and bold Mexican-inspired flavors, Taco Cabana’s 2024 initiatives have set the stage for its evolution from a Texas favorite, with close to 150 locations and growing, to a rising national chain.
2) Mugshots Grill & Bar Welcomes Shane Waller as Director of Franchise Operations
With extensive experience in the restaurant industry, spanning both Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and full-service dining, Shane brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Mugshots.
3) Via 313 Pizzeria Raises $32.5 Million to Double Footprint in Three Years
Savory Fund partners with Asilia Investments and Brightwood Capital Advisors to continue expansion of the award-winning Detroit-style pizzeria in five major markets.
4) Angry Chickz Brings the Heat to Pennsylvania With Massive Expansion Deal
This expansion into Pennsylvania is a significant milestone, introducing the bold flavors of Angry Chickz to a fresh audience while positioning the brand for continued growth across the U.S.
5) Happy Joe’s Hits Industry Milestones With Record Growth, Franchise Wins and Global Expansion
Fueled by meaningful partnerships, industry recognition and key market expansions, the brand continues to advance its mission of bringing families and communities together over great food and dining experiences.
6) Konala Opens in Former Carl’s Jr. to Bring Healthy Fast Food to Washington
Konala, the healthy drive-thru brand known for protein bowls and salads, opens its first franchise in Spokane, WA, expanding beyond corporate locations.
7) Red Lobster Launches Ocean Sustainability Challenge to Inspire Young Minds to Protect and Preserve Marine Ecosystems
Rooted in Red Lobster’s long-standing Seafood with Standards initiative, the challenge reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to ocean protection and preservation.
8) Twin Peaks Ups the Ante with Fresh Beverage Innovations
The revamped menu brings bold flavors and high-end ingredients to the forefront, delivering expertly crafted drinks that make every visit feel like a celebration.
9) Poor Delivery Experiences Threaten Restaurant Reputations, Chatmeter Report Finds
Chatmeter, a leader in multi-location customer intelligence, used its generative AI platform, Pulse Ai: Signals, to analyze more than two million customer reviews and understand why most consumers are opting for pick up or cooking at home.
10) Rich Products Reveals Top Three Foodservice Trends Influencing Consumer Behavior in 2025
Conducted by Rich’s Strategic Insights team to help industry professionals respond to rapidly evolving market shifts, the trends outlook dives into everything from how consumers are redefining value to key growth drivers across the category.
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