Denver — Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant, plans to add additional casino locations across the country. The following restaurants are scheduled to open in spring and fall 2016, bringing the brand’s casino-based location count to four restaurants.
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Tampa, Fla. — Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. has appointed Mike Kappitt as president of Carrabba’s Italian Grill. In this role, Kappitt will be responsible for leading the operations and development of the Carrabba’s brand in the United States. Kappitt most recently served as the senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Bloomin’ Brands.
Indio, Calif. — Dickey’s Barbecue Pit plans to open its 100th California location and has begun rolling out new eco-friendly initiatives. Dickey’s already has more than 530 locations in 43 states. After Texas, the state of California has the most Dickey’s locations with new stores opening every week across the state.
Richardson, Texas — Crest Foods Inc., the franchisor of Nestle® Toll House® Café by Chip®, has promoted Patrick Hummel to the role of vice president of franchise development, effective immediately. He replaces Scott McIntosh, who left to pursue a similar role with another restaurant chain.