Operator of Chuy’s Tex Mex reports comp sales nearly 70 percent of 2019 levels
74 restaurants now open for dine-in service Chuy’s Tex Mex comparable restaurant sales are now nearly 70 percent of what […]
Rodizio Grill opens new steakhouse at Dania Pointe, Florida
Dania Pointe is fifth restaurant for chain A new Rodizio Grill Brazilian steakhouse opened its doors in greater Fort Lauderdale […]
With U.S. comp sales above 40 percent, Popeyes pivots to new design, new chapter of growth
Brand, store refreshes point to chicken chain’s ‘Modern Renaissance‘ Popeyes is going through an evolution in design, culinary approach and […]
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill names Greg Willman new CEO
Willman succeeds interim chief, Gary Beisler Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill named Greg Willman its new chief executive officer, effective […]
Fast casual Fruitive begins franchising plant-based concept
Fruitive expanding beyond Washington, D.C., Virginia Washington, D.C.-based Fruitivie began franchising to expand its plant-based concept across the United States. […]
sbe launches its third delivery-only C3 concept, Plant Nation
C3 continues to grow its curated, virtual restaurant brands As part of its Creating Culinary Communities (C3) virtual kitchen enterprise, […]
Starbucks accelerates convenience-centric real estate strategy
Executives plan to make order-ahead, drive-thru stores more ubiquitous In a Starbucks COVID-19 update, Kevin Johnson, its president and chief […]
After reopening, what does the future hold for restaurants?
Has the business of restaurants been permanently transformed? What does the future hold for restaurants after dining rooms begin reopening? […]
Saladworks launches ghost-kitchen delivery service with REEF Technology
Fast casual expands capacity, delivery perimeter in new deal As ghost kitchens become more popular, restaurant chains like Saladworks are […]
IHOP parent company, Dine Brands Global, searches for new CEO
Dine Brands looks for Steve Joyce replacement Dine Brands Global, which franchises and operates Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill and […]
Papa John’s North American franchised stores post 35.1 percent comp sales in May
Pizza chain continues to rebound after lackluster years Papa John’s comparable franchised sales in North America topped 35 percent in […]
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Rodizio Grill opens new steakhouse at Dania Pointe, Florida
Dania Pointe is fifth restaurant for chain A new Rodizio Grill Brazilian steakhouse opened its doors in greater Fort Lauderdale […]
IHOP parent company, Dine Brands Global, searches for new CEO
Dine Brands looks for Steve Joyce replacement Dine Brands Global, which franchises and operates Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill and […]
Hooters reopens 150+ restaurant dining rooms as more than half of consumers avoid eating out
Breastaurant chain adopts safety guidelines to welcome back diners Hooters opened up more than 150 of its locations for in-restaurant […]
Outback parent opens more than 300 of its restaurants: COVID-19 business update
Outback restaurants that opened down just 17 percent The parent of Outback Steakhouse, Fleming’s, Carrabba’s Italian Grill and Bonefish Grill […]
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Starbucks accelerates convenience-centric real estate strategy
Executives plan to make order-ahead, drive-thru stores more ubiquitous In a Starbucks COVID-19 update, Kevin Johnson, its president and chief […]
Taco Bell launches At Home Taco Bar meal kits, Cinco de Mayo recipes
As the fiesta stays home, Taco Bell promotion timely Taco Bell unveiled its At Home Taco Bar, complete with a […]
Steak n’ Shake adds seasonal decadence to menu with Pork Belly Steakburger, spring milkshakes
QSR burger chain aims to beef up sales with LTOs Steak n’ Shake serves up decadence this spring with the […]
Jollibee partners with DoorDash to launch delivery nationwide, feeds frontline workers
QSR chicken chain to feed hospital workers with 5,000 meals Quick-serve chicken chain Jollibee began offering delivery during the current […]
Nashville, Tenn.-based fast casual launches Father’s Day Grilled Shrimp special
Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe to offer special family meal Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe debuted a new special for Father’s Day Weekend. For […]
Not all customers will return to restaurants post-pandemic: MRA survey
25 percent of consumers also worried about takeout food safety As restaurant operators prepare for the tough fight ahead as […]
The Cheesecake Factory Happy Hour Menu To-Go LTO debuts for curbside and pick-up
New promotional menu includes beer, wine to-go specials The Cheesecake Factory debuted a limited-time Happy Hour Menu online for pick-up […]
Outback parent opens more than 300 of its restaurants: COVID-19 business update
Outback restaurants that opened down just 17 percent The parent of Outback Steakhouse, Fleming’s, Carrabba’s Italian Grill and Bonefish Grill […]
Paycheck Protection Program tips for restaurant owners, operators
By Matt Hettrick, CPA Eats If you received the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, the decision to keep the loan […]
La Madeleine supports local charities with Help in a Cup program
$70K in donations will be directed to community partners The La Madeleine Help in a Cup program has made great […]
Restaurant industry jobs plummet to 30-year low: National Restaurant Association
Industry loses three times more jobs than any other industry According to a new labor market report from the National […]
US Foods hits charitable milestone in donated product for hunger relief
Distributor donates $10M in food and supplies to fight food insecurity As food banks across the country are challenged to […]
SevenRooms launches Contactless Order and Pay solution
As diners’ concerns about safety increase, solution timely Technology company SevenRooms released a new solution, known as Contactless Order and […]