Restaurants News
Pull up a chair to consume what’s new in the operation of restaurants, diners, taverns, pubs, nightclubs, banquet halls, snack bars, food carts and trucks and food service contractors. This news digest includes information about new chefs, openings, menu offerings, industry trends, restaurant design, technology, operation and management aimed at foodies and industry professionals alike.
BJ’s Wholesale Club the First to Replace Coffee Can with Innovative Fres Bag™ Package
Citing enhanced flavor preservation and logistical cost savings, BJ’s Wholesale Club is replacing its 40 oz canned ground coffee with a new, flexible package designed by Fres-co System USA, Inc. - January 07, 2012 - Fres-co System USA, Inc.
Paul Martin’s American Bistro Supports Local Farms and Purveyors
"Eat organic. Believe in sustainable. Buy local. Love fresh." is the mantra of Paul Martin's back-to-the-farm American Bistro. This top California restaurant, with locations in Roseville, Irvine, and El Segundo, takes its commitment to local farmers seriously. Simple yet delicious farm-to-table foods are the heart and soul of the Bistro and Grill. - January 06, 2012 - Paul Martin's American Bistro
Rocky Top Hospitality Features New Year’s Eve Specials
The Red Room Tapas Lounge, Tribeca Tavern, The Twisted Fork and The Mash House Offer Unique Fare to Ring in 2012. - December 31, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
WST Signs Deal with Revel Systems iPad POS
Wave Secure Technologies signs deal with Revel Systems iPad Point Of Sale to distribute Revel with remote eyes. WST has also released an API which Revel Systems iPad POS has now integrated into allowing for remote eyes capabilities for the Revel iPad POS which now has a line of security camera... - December 30, 2011 - Remote POS Eyes
Grimaldi's Pizzeria in Clearwater is Open
The restaurant group, headed by CEO Joey Ciolli, is in a major expansion mode for Florida and many other states. The company currently operates over 20 restaurants in Texas, Arizona, New York, and Nevada. Grimaldi’s Pizzerias’ expansion plans for 2012 include Las Vegas, Grape Vine, Texas and various other sites TBA. - December 30, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
National Computer Corporation, Inc. (NCC) Announces Integration with MenuDrive Online Ordering System
Online Ordering now available for Reflection POS. - December 29, 2011 - National Computer Corporation
The Red Room Tapas Lounge Marks New Year’s Eve Closing with Special Menu and Celebration
Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant Ends Seven-Year Run In Raleigh With Four- Course Meal, Champagne Toast And Party Favors, Final Week Of Charity Donations - December 29, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Digital Menu Me Units with Revel POS
Digital Menu Me contracts with Revel Systems, leading iPad Point of Sale company to deliver Cloud based Digital Menu Boards to all of its customers. - December 28, 2011 - Digtial Menu Me
Arizona's Bungalow Bar & Grill Rings in the New Year with Live Music, Free Champagne
Bungalow Bar & Grill is ringing in 2012 with live music, a free champagne toast and party favors this New Year’s Eve. Local band, Bloom will provide the music and Bungalow, the must-visit staple of the Scottsdale dining scene, will provide a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. - December 22, 2011 - Bungalow Bar & Grill
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Honolulu's New Nightlife Destination "The Standard"
The Standard offers an exclusive club setting for guests 21 and older, bringing the nightlife vibes of similar hotspots in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York to Honolulu. - December 21, 2011 - The Standard
Arrowhead Grill Rings in 2012 with Free Delmonico Steak, AG Burger
Arrowhead Grill is celebrating the arrival of 2012 by offering a free signature Delmonico steak with the purchase of one on New Year’s Eve and a free burger on New Year’s Day 2012. From 9 p.m. until 10 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Arrowhead Grill will serve the 10-ounce sirloin steak... - December 21, 2011 - Arrowhead Grill
Rocky Top Hospitality Offers $25 Complimentary Certificates for Gift Card Purchasers
Triangle Restaurant Operator to Provide Bonus Discount for Anyone Buying $100 Worth of Rocky Top Gift Cards Between Dec. 19-24 - December 21, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Chicago Prime Steakhouse's Hospitality Dazzles Celebrity "It Girls"
Chicago Prime Steakhouse's hospitality dazzles actress Carly Foulkes, better known as the "T-Mobile Girl" and celebrity makeup artist Amy Oresman. - December 19, 2011 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
The Chef’s Academy Appoints Eric Gephart as Lead Instructor
Top Wilmington, N.C., Chef Joins Staff of Culinary Institute - December 18, 2011 - The Chef's Academy
Thelonious Monkfish & Christopher Hope Ministries Unite to Feed Cambridge's Hungry & Homeless This 2011 Holiday Season
Thelonious Monkfish, a Sushi & Asian-Fusion restaurant in the heart of Cambridge's Central Square, in coordination with Christopher Hope Ministries, is sponsoring the “Hope the Hungry” food drive that runs now through December 24 and is also catering a Christmas Eve Asian-Fusion dinner to benefit the Harvard Square Homeless Shelter. - December 16, 2011 - Thelonious Monkfish LTD.
Big Al’s Steaks Becomes the First Zagat Rated Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant in Florida
Big Al’s Steaks, South Florida’s only authentic Philly Cheesesteak chain, has earned the distinction of becoming the first Philly Cheesesteak restaurant to be Zagat rated in the State of Florida. “We have worked diligently to bring a True Philly Cheesesteak Experience to South... - December 16, 2011 - Big Al's Steaks
Rocky Top Hospitality Debuts Rockwell’s American Grill
Rocky Top Hospitality Brings Newest Restaurant to Cary with Modern American Comfort Food. - December 14, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Arizona’s Bungalow Bar & Grill Hosts Stellar Adventures, Toys for Tots Drive
Bungalow Bar & Grill is hosting a “Toys for Tots” toy drive for underprivileged children this holiday season, kicking it off during an upcoming holiday party for Scottsdale-based Stellar Adventures. The toy drive, which will begin with the Stellar Adventures party on Dec. 14 and... - December 10, 2011 - Bungalow Bar & Grill
Moondance Remembers Family - and Makes It Easier for Them to Make Memories This Winter
Local dance and dining restaurant in Suwanee, GA remembers family this winter and makes it easier for busy shoppers to slow down and enjoy the things that really matter this holiday season. Things like family, good food, and good entertainment. - December 09, 2011 - Moondance Lounge
Yats Restaurant Unveils 2011 Christmas Dinner Menu for Food and Wine Lovers from Pampanga and Manila
Fine dining Yats Restaurant is a popular restaurant for residents of Subic, Pampanga and Manila to enjoy their Christmas and annual dinners. Clark is also highly recommended by travel agencies for holidays in Philippines. - December 09, 2011 - Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar
CityCenter of CityNorth Welcomes Mellow Mushroom to High Street
Eclectic Restaurant Provides Venue for Local Musicians and Artists in Addition to Mouthwatering Pizza and an Extensive Beer Selection - December 08, 2011 - CityCenter of CityNorth
Sassy Scrubs’ Product Moves Into the Kitchen
Scrubs manufacturer Sassy Scrubs announces the release of the first item in their new “Chef & Home Cooking” line. Their new plus-sized Apron (for sizes up to 9XL) is the first step in moving their custom-made products out of the doctor’s office or hospital, and into the kitchen. - December 08, 2011 - Sassy Scrubs
Santa Visits with Fort Worth's Furriest Companions During Santa Claws Pup Party at Baker St. Pub & Grill
Humane Society of North Texas to Host Pet Adoption Drive in Conjunction with Festive Event - December 08, 2011 - Baker St. Pub & Grill
Iflexion Helps International Restaurant Chain Integrate with Smarter Takeout™ 2.0
Iflexion, a dynamic full cycle web app development company, has helped a multi-brand international restaurant chain integrate with the new refined Smarter Takeout™ 2.0, the market leading solution for online takeout ordering developed by IT Problem Solver Inc. The service allows tech savvy... - December 07, 2011 - Iflexion
Restaurant Equipment from Gen2 Arrives at Short Order
Gen2 restaurant equipment – including commercial ranges, fryers and char broilers – is now available at leading restaurant retailer ShortOrder. - December 07, 2011 - ShortOrder
Restaurant Tables and Chairs Merchandiser Fashion Seating Promotes Its Line of School Furniture
Fashion Seating, known primarily for its vast array of restaurant furniture, has recently begun promoting its line of school products. - December 07, 2011 - Fashion Seating
Pierce Street Deli Announces New Online Food Ordering
Online Ordering Expected to Meet Customer’s Needs During the Holiday Season and Beyond - December 07, 2011 - Pierce Street Deli
Intelaplay Launches a Best-In-Class Online Travel Experience
Intelaplay launches www.intelaplay.com, an immersive and intuitive online travel website, providing a differentiated experience for travelers and advertisers alike. The online platform offers an educational, easy to use, yet richly contextual experience. Developed by Junction Creative Solutions,... - December 06, 2011 - Intelaplay
Dean Ogan of Rocky Top Hospitality Named to the Chef’s Academy North Carolina Advisory Board
Owner of Rocky Top Hospitality Appointed to Advisory Board of Local Culinary Institute. - December 04, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Blu.Wood.Studio Manufactures Custom Pieces for Sheraton Orlando
Multi-talented custom manufacturer, Blu.Wood.Studio of Orlando, FL has won the contract to build more than a dozen custom furniture pieces for the new Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Hotel in the Orlando. The job was originally headed to China. - November 28, 2011 - Blu Wood Studio
Restaurant Furniture Supply Company Fashion Seating Urges Businesses to Take Advantage of Selection on European Wooden Side Chairs
Fashion Seating, a commercial restaurant furniture company, recently revealed a large selection of European crafted wooden chairs and is urging business owners to take advantage of the products’ affordability and comfort. - November 26, 2011 - Fashion Seating
Finalists Announced for Toque 2011 Food App Awards
Finalists were announced for Toque 2011 Food App Awards. Judging will take place between now and early December to decide the winners in 15 categories, with an additional Best Overall app award. Awards will be announced at a Twitter event on December 8, 5:30 p.m. PST. - November 23, 2011 - Toque Magazine
Wine Train New Year’s Eve to Support Breast Cancer Patients
Black, White, and Pink Ball: Party to raise funds; Wine Train New Year’s Eve party will donate to Queen of the Valley Medical Center Foundation. - November 23, 2011 - Napa Valley Wine Train
Give the Gift of Wisconsin Dining with CityTins from Wisconsinmade.com
Wisconsinmade.com now offers CityTins, retro-style gift tins filled with discounts to local Wisconsin restaurants. - November 23, 2011 - Wisconsinmade.com
Allen + Associates Announces Launch of An American Story
Allen + Associates, a nationally recognized retained Executive Search firm, has launched An American Story, a quick-read literary series that pays homage to the American brands, companies, and inspirational individuals that mold the American marketplace. An American Story is a daily desktop read... - November 21, 2011 - Allen Associates Executive Search
South Jersey Residents Urged to #OccupyRestaurants by Startup BigSweetDeal
"Occupy Restaurants: because they have empty tables to fill, and need your help," claims BigSweetDeal. While launching their new #occupyrestaurants campaign, featuring 99 cents off your first purchase, for "the 99%." - November 19, 2011 - BigSweetDeal
Rang Mahal Indian Restaurant is Nominated for Chef of Chefs Award
One of the best Indian Restaurants in Thailand, the Rang Mahal, has been selected as a finalist for the Miele Guide, Asia’s first truly independent and authoritative restaurant guide, launched in 2008 in order to celebrate Asia’s best chefs and restaurants. - November 18, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
The Twisted Fork Restaurant & Bakery Offers Free Desserts for Thanksgiving Holiday
Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant to Offer Free Pumpkin Pie with Each Twisted Fork Dessert Purchased. - November 18, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Restaurant Furniture Supply Company Fashion Seating Reveals Large Selection of Indoor and Outdoor Products
Commercial furniture supply company Fashion Seating is spotlighting its selection of indoor and outdoor products and encouraging restaurant owners to upgrade their current supplies. - November 18, 2011 - Fashion Seating
Arizona's Arrowhead Grill Offers Variety for Thanksgiving 2011 Dinner
Arrowhead Grill and Valley chef Charles Wade Schwerd are serving Thanksgiving Day dinner this year with Thanksgiving recipes and non-traditional alternatives. Reservations are required for Thanksgiving dinner and are expected to go quickly. The cost is $49.99 per person for the prix fixe meal and... - November 17, 2011 - Arrowhead Grill
Orlando Catering Company Bubbalou’s BBQ Provides Smoked Turkeys for the Holidays
Whether it’s a small, intimate gathering or a large group of family and friends, Orlando catering and BBQ restaurant Bubbalou’s BBQ has everything needed to plan a memorable Thanksgiving dinner this year. Let a smoked turkey be the main attraction at the dinner table or enlist the help... - November 16, 2011 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant
RediHEAT Extends Warranty for Heated Pizza and Food Delivery Bags
RediHEAT, Inc, maker of durable and the most cost-effective heated food-delivery bags, now offers the industry's best warranty to support them. - November 16, 2011 - RediHEAT, Inc
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Coming to the Las Vegas Strip
In the world of pizza, Grimaldi’s is an institution that has garnered more awards than any other pizzeria in the country. Using only the freshest ingredients, Grimaldi’s serves traditional pizza (as it began in Naples, Italy) in an upscale yet casual, family oriented pizzeria. - November 13, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Status Solutions Features Differentiation at the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show (IHMRS) 2011
Members of international hotel and lodging associations and IHMRS attendees will have the opportunity to learn how SARA and CATIE can help their facilities prevent loss of life, property, business and convenience, while at the same time offering an amenity and communication tool to their guests. - November 12, 2011 - Status Solutions
British Open Pub Announces Extended Happy Hour, New Ladies’ Night on Saturdays
Ladies’ Night and extended happy hours are coming to the British Open Pub, beginning in November. The British Open Pub, which was voted a Top 5 English Pub in Arizona in the Phoenix New Times “Best of Phoenix 2011” readers’ poll, is celebrating the fall season with a new... - November 11, 2011 - British Open Pub & Grill
Peroni’s Joint, Latest Offering from Metin Durmus, Delivers Specialty Comfort Food to Bridgeport
Grand Opening on November 15th at 2804 Fairfield Avenue. - November 10, 2011 - Peroni's Joint
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria at Quarry Village is Now Open
The restaurant group, headed by CEO Joey Ciolli, is in a major expansion mode for Texas and many other states. The company currently operates over 20 restaurants in Nevada, Arizona, Nevada, New York, and Florida. Grimaldi’s Pizzerias’ expansion plans for 2011 include Las Vegas, Clearwater Florida, and various other sites TBA. - November 09, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Boutique Marketing Agency Wins International Design Award for Olenjack’s Grille Website
Adapt Marketing & Design Receives W³ Silver Award from International Academy of the Visual Arts. - November 04, 2011 - Adapt Marketing & Design
Keeping Up with Trends: Updating Outdoor Nightclub Furniture with FashionSeating.com
Fashion Seating, a family based commercial restaurant furniture company, is encouraging both established and newly started restaurants, bars, and nightclubs to keep up-to-date with current hospitality trends by updating their restaurant furniture. - November 04, 2011 - Fashion Seating
San Diego Home Cooking Offers Half Off to All Military Personnel, Friends and Family on Veteran’s Day
San Diego Home Cooking, the restaurant group known for its comfort food with locations in Mission Valley, Escondido, Carmel Valley, La Mesa and Lakeside, announced today it will honor all active duty and retired military veterans with a 50% off special on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2011. In... - November 02, 2011 - San Diego Home Cooking