Moe's Southwest Grill Welcome Back to Franchise Interviews

Today, we will discuss the restaurant industry's state in the new economy. Over the last several years, restaurants suffered their most significant declines in a generation, according to Technomic, a Chicago-based restaurant consultancy. While many restaurant industry sectors continue to struggle, the fast-casual segment drives the industry's growth. Leading fast-casual dining chains have grown in sales during the last three years, and total visits have increased, according to RestaurantsNews.com.

Moreover, fast casual is expected to remain the fastest-growing segment of the restaurant industry in 2011. We are meeting with Paul Damico, President of Moe's Southwest Grill. Moe's is the fast-casual franchise known for fresh, made-to-order burritos, quesadillas, and more.