by Bernadette Heier | Mar 5, 2026 | News, Outstanding Operators
El Torito has served bold Mexican flavors since 1954, when founder Larry J. Cano opened the first location in Los Angeles, pioneering sit-down Mexican dining with mainstream appeal. Over the decades, the brand became known for sizzling fajitas, table-side guacamole,...
by Bernadette Heier | Mar 4, 2026 | News
Technology platform Olo has unveiled its first consumer-facing digital ordering app as part of the newly introduced Olo Network. The app operates as a “second-party” solution, positioned between third-party delivery marketplaces and traditional first-party restaurant...
by Bernadette Heier | Feb 25, 2026 | News
Founded in Las Vegas in 2020 Houston TX Hot Chicken has grown from a single location to a 30-unit operation with a strong franchise footprint. A 2026 Food On Demand Outstanding Operator, the concept built a reputation for high-quality chicken with a refined,...
by Bernadette Heier | Feb 24, 2026 | News
On the company’s Q4 2025 earnings call, CEO Russell Weiner said Domino’s has the opportunity to double its retail sales over time. The chain reported 3.7 percent U.S. same-store sales growth in the fourth quarter and 5.5 percent U.S. sales growth for the full year....
by Bernadette Heier | Feb 19, 2026 | News, Outstanding Operators
Founded in New Orleans in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan, PJ’s Coffee has grown from a local favorite into a nationally recognized brand. A 2026 Food On Demand Outstanding Operator, PJ’s Coffee is expanding in the South and emerging markets in New Jersey and Maryland, and...