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Atomic Wings Adds Drive-Thru Prototype

By Matthew Liedke | December 20, 2023

New York-based Atomic Wings is adding a drive-thru format to its design lineup.

ParTech Partners Up with DoorDash

By Tom Kaiser | December 20, 2023

ParTech announced a new technology partnership with DoorDash, the largest U.S.-based third-party delivery provider.

Wow Bao Steams into 2024 with Giant Eagle Partnership

By Tom Kaiser | December 20, 2023

Wow Bao’s new partnership with Giant Eagle will bring the non-traditional brand to 84 new grocery stores.

Outstanding Operator: Handcraft Burgers & Brew

By Tom Kaiser | December 18, 2023

Handcraft Burgers & Brew is recognized for its creative approach to building customer relationships, and a trimmed-down tech stack that prioritizes email collection.

Outstanding Operator: PLNT Burger

By Bernadette Heier | December 14, 2023

The vegan burger chain is being recognized for its operational savvy, growth in non-traditional locations and work in innovating the fast-food sector. 

Meal Outpost Scaling its Catering-First Marketplace

By Tom Kaiser | December 13, 2023

Meal Outpost is a fast-growing, catering-first marketplace that’s entering new markets.

CardFree Launches Revised Loyalty Platform

By Tom Kaiser | December 13, 2023

CardFree has launched a new, revised loyalty platform.

SoundHound Acquires SYNC3 Voice AI Platform

By Tom Kaiser | December 13, 2023

SoundHound is acquiring SYNC3 Restaurant Solutions, another provider of voice AI.

Nude Dude Food Catering Startup Wins Pitch Competition by The Hatchery and Grubhub

By Bernadette Heier | December 13, 2023

Catering startup wins a rent-free year, private kitchen inside Chicago’s The Hatchery.

Winning Back Control: Third-Party vs Restaurant-Generated Orders

By Peter Backman | December 13, 2023

For restaurants, the quest to win back control from third-party providers continues.