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The Point of Sale Cloud Launches as Post-Pandemic Solution for Multi-Unit Restaurants

by Katie Lee

Cincinnati — The Point of Sale Cloud, an easy-to-use, fully integrated cloud platform for multi-unit restaurants, recently launched as a new competitive advantage for the restaurant industry. The Point of Sale Cloud allows restaurants to take control of their technology while streamlining the way restaurateurs manage all aspects of their business including customer facing transactions and back-of-the-house operations. As a response to the challenges faced by the restaurant industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Point of Sale Cloud assists restaurants in deploying their own guest service experience for dine-in, delivery …

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Free & Fair Air

by Katie Lee

— By Ramez Naguib, P.E. — Effect of air filter rating on energy consumption in restaurants during COVID-19.   This we know: COVID-19 is primarily transmitted from person to person through respiratory droplets, which are then released when someone with COVID-19 sneezes, coughs or talks. Infectious droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Current data do not support long range aerosol transmission of SARS-CoV-2, such as seen with measles or tuberculosis. Short-range inhalation of aerosols is a …

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BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. Plans Senior Management Transition

by Katie Lee

Huntington Beach, Calif. — Gregory A. Trojan, chief executive officer of BJ’s Restaurants, Inc., will retire effective September 1, 2021, at which time BJ’s current president and chief financial officer, Gregory S. Levin, will be appointed president and chief executive officer. Trojan is expected to continue to serve on the board of directors following his retirement, and Levin is expected to be appointed to the board. In addition, the company’s vice president of strategy and financial planning and analysis, Thomas A. Houdek, will be appointed senior vice president and chief …

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The Halal Guys Redesigns Restaurants, Inspired by Pandemic Pivots

by Katie Lee

New York City — The Halal Guys, the fast-casual restaurant famous for pioneering American halal food, is unveiling its newly designed restaurant concept. The new design pays tribute to the brand’s roots as a New York City street cart and incorporates new, innovative safety precautions for customers during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The Halal Guys selected Rubber and Road Creative, a San Francisco-based brand strategy and retail design firm, to work together on a design that could elevate the customer experience and brand identity for its growing international franchise …

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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Opens First New Jersey Location

by Katie Lee

Linden, N.J. — In a transaction arranged by CBRE, fast-casual restaurant Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will be opening its first New Jersey location this month in Linden. The Wichita, Kan.-based chain has committed to a pad lease for its 3,200-square-foot prototypical building and double drive-thru at Legacy Square, Cypress Development’s new open air shopping center along Linden’s primary retail corridor. Co-founded in 2002 by Scott Redler and Bill, Randy and Freddy Simon, Freddy’s opened its first location in Wichita, Kan. The brand was acquired by private equity firm Thompson …

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New Farm-Fresh Concept, Naked Farmer, Expands into South Florida

by Katie Lee

Miami — As its nears its first anniversary, Naked Farmer will be expanding its operations and opening two new locations, one of which will mark the concept’s entrance into the South Florida market. Naked Farmer has signed leases in Miami’s Coral Gables neighborhood and Water Street in downtown Tampa. The farm-to-fork restaurant concept opened its flagship location last June amidst the pandemic with great success and plans to expand and open 15 to 20 additional locations throughout the state over the next 3 to 4 years. “This is a Florida …

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Slim Chickens Inks 23-Unit Franchise Agreement in Tampa DMA

by Katie Lee

Tampa, Fla. — Slim Chickens has signed a 23-unit agreement with investment group Florida Slims to bring the brand to Tampa. The first located is slated to open in the Wesley Chapel area in early 2022. Florida Slims is experienced in real estate development and multi-unit restaurant operations. The group’s background is expected to well equip them to open the new locations. “Florida Slims is the perfect group to help us expand in Florida’s Gulf Coast. Their portfolio proves that they will do amazing work,” says Jackie Lobdell, vice president …

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London-based Flight Club to Debut Immersive Bar/Restaurant in Houston

by Katie Lee

Houston — Flight Club will bring its immersive bar and restaurant concept to Houston later this year, marking the third location for the British import that has revolutionized the traditional game of darts. The Houston location is set to open in late 2021 in the newly developed Regent Square and will feature semi-private game areas, an eclectic bar program led by award-winning Peter Vestinos, and menu curated by acclaimed Chicago Chef Rich Gresh. “Houston is an incredibly diverse city with vibrant food and drink scene; we are so thrilled that …

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FAT Brands Inc. Agrees to Acquire Global Franchise Group for $442.5 Million

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. has agreed to acquire Global Franchise Group, which franchises and operates a portfolio of five quick-service restaurant concepts — Round Table Pizza, Great American Cookies, Hot Dog on a Stick, Marble Slab Creamery and Pretzelmaker — from Serruya Private Equity, Inc. and Lion Capital LLP, for $442.5 million in cash and stock. The transaction is expected to close by the end of July 2021. With the acquisition of GFG, FAT Brands will have more than 2,000 franchised and company owned restaurants …

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Papa Murphy’s Launches New ‘Kitchen Delite’ Store Design

by Katie Lee

Vancouver, Wash. — Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza has launched two major rebranding initiatives: the new ‘Kitchen Delite’ store design — an open-kitchen concept that enhances the in-store experience for consumers and employees alike — and a new primary brand logo. This is Papa Murphy’s first introduction of a new store design since 2014 and its first logo update in more than a decade. “The ‘Kitchen Delite’ store remodel program is available for all stores nationwide, and we are so excited to showcase its many benefits,” says Victoria Tullett, senior vice …

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