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Outstanding Operator: Via 313

By Hans Lammeman | February 17, 2026

The Detroit-style pizzeria headquartered in the Lone Star State is reaping the benefits of significant investments into its off-prem operations. From an AI voice agent to 3PD partnerships, Via 313 looks to tech to service customers beyond the restaurant.

Outstanding Operator: Buona

By Bernadette Heier | February 12, 2026

With 78 percent of orders off-prem, Buona puts convenience, quality, and personalized experiences at the center of its strategy.

Grubhub CEO Reveals Strategy Behind Cutting Large Order Fees

By Hans Lammeman | February 11, 2026

The food delivery platform will absorb delivery and service fees on orders over $50, a revenue stream that brought in more than $1 billion across the category last year.

The Pure-Play Playbook: What DoorDash’s Deliveroo Acquisition Will Likely Reveal About a Maturing Model

By Peter Backman | February 11, 2026

As DoorDash expands into new markets, its strategies for subscriptions, advertising, and merchant tools could reshape how restaurants connect with customers worldwide.

Outstanding Operator: FUSIAN

By Hans Lammeman | February 11, 2026

Fast-casual sushi concept tailors tech stack around guest experience. With seven locations across Ohio, FUSIAN relies on guest feedback to guide off-prem operations.
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Toast Unites Forces with Instacart through Strategic Partnership

By Hans Lammeman | February 10, 2026

Collaboration enables retailers to sync brick-and-mortar inventory with Instacart Marketplace, and Instacart Business becomes a procurement partner for Toast restaurant locations.

Just Salad Breaks from Norm with Gamified New Loyalty Program

By Hans Lammeman | February 10, 2026

The brand’s new loyalty program intentionally strays from the standard points-and-tiers model, instead offering mystery rewards and monthly freebies. Brand leaders say the approach reduces friction for customers.

Outstanding Operator: Teriyaki Madness

By Hans Lammeman | February 4, 2026

The brand surpasses 200 locations, riding the momentum of a decade-old bet on technology. TMAD anticipates another year of expansion in 2026, with 54 restaurants slated to open.

Love on the Menu: Restaurant Brands Serve Valentine’s Day Promos 

By Hans Lammeman | February 4, 2026

From McNugget Caviar kits to free weddings at Denny’s, restaurant brands are thinking outside the box to attract lovebirds this Valentine’s Day. 

Outstanding Operator: Olga’s Kitchen

By Hans Lammeman | February 4, 2026

Michigan restaurant chain leans on tech to expand off-premises operations while maintaining 55-year-old legacy.