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Outstanding Operator: Houston TX Hot Chicken

By Bernadette Heier | February 25, 2026

Drive-thru optimization, digital ordering, and tech-driven operations are at the heart of Houston TX Hot Chicken’s off-prem investments, elevating the guest experience beyond the restaurant.

Brew Madness Tips Off This March 

By Hans Lammeman | February 25, 2026

7 Brew brings back sweepstakes promotion for the NCAA Division I basketball tournament this March. 

Outstanding Operator: Clover

By Hans Lammeman | February 25, 2026

Vegetarian fast-food concept Clover uses tech to streamline off-prem operations for the growing chain with a proudly atypical approach to menu curation.

Partnerships Spell Potential Trend for 3PD Platforms and Temporary Housing Marketplaces

By Hans Lammeman | February 25, 2026

Instacart and Airbnb launched a “kitchen-stocking” pilot program in January. Airbnb and Landing followed with a partnership in February. The efforts take different approaches to incentivizing orders.

Domino’s Reports U.S. Growth, Potential to Double Retail Sales

By Bernadette Heier | February 24, 2026

Domino’s drives strong growth with a 3.7 percent same-store sales increase fueled by carryout orders and value-packed promotions.

US Foods Launches AI-Powered Menu Management Tool

By Hans Lammeman | February 24, 2026

Menu IQ offers AI recipe management, profitability tracking, and integrated data. The new tool is designed to help restaurant operators optimize menu profitability.

Outstanding Operator: PJ’s Coffee

By Bernadette Heier | February 19, 2026

The growing coffee brand is investing in drive-thru, third-party delivery, mobile apps, technology, and data-driven insight to streamline off-prem and keep menus fresh.

Potbelly Partners with Flybuy to Elevate Off-Prem Operations

By Hans Lammeman | February 18, 2026

The sandwich chain rolled out Flybuy across more than 450 shops to streamline off-prem capabilities and leverage targeted marketing.

Loman AI Expands POS Partnerships with SpotOn

By Hans Lammeman | February 18, 2026

The voice AI platform sees POS integrations as key to increasing accessibility and value for restaurant clients. 

Wonder Buys Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken, Eyes Growth 

By Bernadette Heier | February 17, 2026

Wonder makes its first full restaurant acquisition, bringing Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken into its portfolio with plans to grow the brand across the East Coast.