Fast Casual Trends for 2026

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Restaurant Masterminds Podcast

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51 episodes

1 week ago

Are you a restaurant owner or operator looking to navigate the chaos of the ever-changing hospitality industry? Look no further than the Restaurant Masterminds Podcast - "Journey Of Success"

Hosted by industry experts with decades of combined experience in leadership, marketing, technology, and operations, this podcast is your ultimate guide to overcoming challenges and achieving success in the restaurant business.

Hosts
Rudy Miick - Culture Guru
Paul Barron - Futurist and Tech Fortune Teller
Anna Tauzin - Branding Brainstormer
Paul Molinari - Go To Market Ring Master
Stacey Kane - The Brand Maker

Each episode dives deep into a critical aspect of running a hospitality business, from adapting to changing consumer behaviors and leveraging technology for growth to building a resilient brand and cultivating a winning culture. The hosts provide the insights and strategies you need to thrive in the face of adversity through engaging discussions, real-world examples, and practical tips.

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Fast Casual Trends for 2026

Restaurant Masterminds Podcast

44 minutes

1 week ago

Fast Casual Trends for 2026

Join Paul Barron and the Restaurant Masterminds team—Paul Molinari, Anna Tauzin, and Rudy Miick—as they dive deep into fast casual trends shaping 2026. From Dave's Hot Chicken's billion-dollar valuation to Cava's impressive 28% growth, discover why only some of the 3,500+ fast casual brands will survive the coming consolidation. The team explores the chicken wars, international expansion strategies, AI integration, rising labor costs, and the critical "fourth dimension" of experiential dining that's redefining customer expectations. Plus, get insider picks on emerging brands to watch including Mendocino Farms, Tatte, and Brazilian newcomer Tap. Don't miss their predictions on which concepts will achieve escape velocity and why McDonald's departure from the NRA signals major industry shifts ahead.

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