Outstanding Operator: El Torito
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,...
Olo Debuts its First Consumer Digital Ordering App
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...
Can Robots Help Pizza Franchises Stay Competitive?
This article was originally published in Franchise Times, a sibling publication to Food On Demand Most pizza franchises emphasize three operational aspects: ordering, food preparation in the kitchen and delivery. In all three phases of the pizza game, brands large and...
Outstanding Operator: Bushfire Kitchen
A solid and diverse foundation of tech partners is at the center of Bushfire Kitchen’s approach to streamlining operations and, ultimately, expanding the family-owned brand’s footprint. A 2026 Food On Demand Outstanding Operator, the restaurant chain surpassed the...
Outstanding Operator: Houston TX Hot Chicken
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,...
Outstanding Operators
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