The line between fast food and fast casual can seem blurry, but fast casual focuses on customizability and in-store dining, ...
Almost 40% of all restaurants reported not being profitable in 2023, according to the National Restaurant Association. Fast-casual restaurants benefit from having a large number of locations ...
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