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Lightspeed Reimagines How U.S. Customers Run Front-Of-House Operations

by Katie Lee

Montréal — Lightspeed Commerce Inc., a one-stop commerce platform for merchants and restaurateurs around the world, has released the latest version of its powerful restaurant solution: the Next Generation of Lightspeed Restaurant. This update, now available in the United States, revolutionizes restaurant operations by offering faster ordering and payments options on smartphones and by leveraging the power of data. New functionalities include: ‘Pay at Table’: Uniquely designed by Lightspeed, this simplifies group dining with smart and easy check splitting ‘Tap to Pay’ on iOS: Increases table turns by transforming every …

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Mutts Canine Cantina Expands to Arizona with 6 Locations Planned Near Phoenix

by Katie Lee

Gilbert, Ariz. — MUTTS Canine Cantina®, a fast-growing pet ‘eater’tainment brand from Texas, finalized the lease for a new franchise location in Gilbert, Ariz., marking its first location in the state. Slated to open in early 2023, the unique concept of an off-leash dog park with an outdoor bar and grill will reside within Gilbert’s SanTan Village, an open-air shopping center located 30 miles southeast of Phoenix. Ricardo Martinez of CF Group Investments and Ilse Calderon (pictured) executed the lease early this year. The two franchisees from Mexico currently boast …

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A Pea in the Pod Opens New Concept Stores in Chicago and NYC

by Katie Lee

Moorestown, N.J. — A Pea in the Pod, the well-known designer and specialty retailer of luxe maternity apparel and accessories, is returning to its retail roots with the recent opening of two new concept stores in Chicago and New York City, in partnership with Leap. The new stores, which mark the company’s first physical retail presence since before the pandemic, also offer some of the most popular styles from Motherhood Maternity, sister brand of A Pea in the Pod. “We are excited to announce we will be opening a handful of …

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Carl’s Jr. Celebrates 80th Anniversary

by Katie Lee

Nashville, Tenn. — Carl’s Jr.® is turning 80 years old this year. Since Carl Karcher opened his first hot dog cart in Los Angeles in 1941, Carl’s Jr. has since grown into an innovative brand with an international footprint. “As a team member who has been with CKE Restaurants for more than 30 of Carl’s Jr.’s extraordinary 80-year history, I have had the honor to hold a front row seat to many iconic milestones this brand has achieved thanks to Carl Karcher’s dream,” says Ned Lyerly, CEO of CKE Restaurants …

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Taco Bell Opens Digital-Only Location in Times Square, Continues Ambitious Growth Pipeline

by Katie Lee

Irvine, Calif. — On April 14, 2021, Taco Bell® opened a new Cantina in the heart of Times Square. Built with the energy and on-the-go vibrance of the city in mind, the newest restaurant embraces technology in a whole new way to serve the demands of New Yorkers. Features of the new space include: Digital-only ordering with prominent menu kiosks inside the restaurant. The restaurant’s 10 kiosks replace traditional analog menu boards. Order ahead pickup cubbies, located in a separate double-door entrance, allow customers to skip the traditional restaurant experience …

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New Air Purification Company, Boston Air Solutions, is Formed

by Katie Lee

Boston — The founder of EarthSafe Chemical Alternatives® and its EvaClean® system, RJ Valentine, is now launching a new company: Boston Air Solutions (BAS). Valentine recognized the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) improvement, particularly as a strategic weapon against COVID-19, to restore building wellness and re-instill confidence as the world returns to work, school and life in the new normal. As CEO, Valentine tapped a team of highly experienced business leaders with Steven Wilson as chief operating officer and Alex Biljic as executive vice president of strategic partnerships. Together, …

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Show Me State

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— By Patrick Scheb —   Keeping customers safe and happy: It all starts with a clean restroom.     Does anyone know a restaurant that is following social distancing?” “Are there retailers that are taking safety precautions seriously?” “Which businesses are offering outdoor experiences?” Social media conversations like the ones on Facebook above are a telling sign of how customer actions and decision-making are drastically different in 2020. We know that customers’ motivations and challenges changed in the past 5 months and retailers and business owners need to tackle …

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Konover South LLC Begins Vertical Construction on Miramar Park Place

by Katie Lee

Deerfield Beach, Fla. – Deerfield Beach, Fla.-based Konover South LLC is set to begin the vertical construction of Miramar Park Place, a 56,600-square-foot upscale retail center in Miramar, Fla., on October 19, 2020. Tenants, which include Flannigan’s, World of Beer, Jersey Mike’s, Starbucks and more, are expected to open in summer 2021. Konover South LLC, in partnership with Master Development Partners of Dania Beach, Fla., purchased the property in October 2019. R.A. Rodgers Construction Company, based in Altamonte Springs, Fla., will be the general contractor, and a $20 million construction …

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“Challenges in Restaurant Facilities Management: How are Restaurant Facilities Maintenance Teams Responding to COVID-19?”

by Katie Lee

The “Challenges in Restaurant Facilities Management: How are Restaurant Facilities Maintenance Teams Responding to COVID-19?” webinar, hosted by Retail & Restaurant Facility Business, delves into importance issues of cleanliness, technology, layout and protocols. In a new reality where restaurant operations have suddenly become a visible part of the customer experience and level of satisfaction, restaurant leaders and service providers weigh in on what the restaurant industry needs to take on the challenges of COVID-19 and keep staff and customers safe. See a list of some topics covered below: Evolving cleaning …

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A&W Convenience Store Sales Surge in June; Plans 8 New C-Store Restaurants

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Lexington, Ky. — Same-store sales at A&W Restaurants’ franchised gas and convenience store locations jumped by double digits in June, although Americans were driving fewer miles and buying less gas than usual. Sales at A&W’s more than 90 C-store locations were up 10.5%, following an 8.3% increase in May. They were an average of 11% higher during the January-February period before falling off in March and April, the result of the coronavirus pandemic. The strong performance comes as the iconic brand prepares to expand its convenience store and travel center …

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