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Jun 11, 2019

Sweetgreen Buys Galley, A Dinner Delivery Service

The acquisition is the latest proof of just how much Sweetgreen has grown since it was founded by three Georgetown University graduates in 2007

May 22, 2019

Sweetgreen Will Offer Five Months Of Paid Parental Leave

“This move is rare for our industry and we hope this creates a conversation for other companies to join in,” said the founders of the homegrown salad chain.

Apr 25, 2019

After Two Years, Sweetgreen Will Start Taking Cash Again

Cashless policies have faced criticism for shutting out customers who don’t or can’t use credit or debit cards

Jun 26, 2018

D.C. Councilmember Wants To Do Away With Cashless Restaurants

At-large councilmember David Grosso argues that refusing to accept cash is a form of discrimination against young people and low-income individuals.

Jun 27, 2017

Sweetlife Returns To Its Roots As A Dupont Block Party

Blood Orange will headline. For some reason, there will also be a group meditation.

Sep 08, 2016

Sweetgreen Gets Rid Of Its Reusable Bowls

For health reasons.

May 24, 2016

Sweetgreen Launches A New Menu That Bans Sriracha And Bacon

The changes are part of the company’s Make American Healthy Again campaign.

Mar 03, 2015

Salad Fest Sweetlife Festival Announces Lineup, Expands To Two Days

Here it is, your 2015 Sweetlife Fest lineup.

Apr 04, 2014

The Weekly Feed: Getting Grainy Edition

A look at grain salads. Plus: National Beer Day, a spring drink menu, and more.

Dec 04, 2013

Sweetgreen Receives $22 Million Investment From Revolution Growth

Sweetgreen wants to be “kind of like the Starbucks or Chipotle of salads.”

 
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