Buffalo Wild Wings parent invests in ItsaCheckmate digital ordering integration platform
Roark Capital implemented solution at 1,100 Arby’s restaurants Inspire Brands has invested in digital-ordering integration platform ItsaCheckmate and become a preferred customer. The Roark Capital-controlled restaurant company, which operates Arby’s, […]
Bojangles adds Carolina-style BBQ, returns Pork Chop Griller Biscuit
Rollout comes days before National Pulled Pork Day Bojangles added a Carolina-style, pulled-pork BBQ, prepared with a blend of tangy vinegar and slow-cooked smoky flavors, to the menu. The new […]
IHOP rolls out IHOPPY Hour value menu in select restaurants nationwide
Everyday Meals for $5, $6 headline limited-time promotion IHOP launched a new IHOPPY Hour promotion, reducing prices on many items from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. With the special offer […]
Restaurant industry sales continue to improve in August: NPD Group
Share of digital transactions decrease Restaurants continue to experience a recovery, with August sales posting a decrease of only 9 percent compared to last year, reflecting a 10 percent year-over-year […]
Sonic unveils Halloween Trick or Treat Blasts featuring three mix-ins
A DIY costume kit for the Blasts arrives in October Sonic Drive-In announced it will feature Halloween Trick or Treat Blasts that combine three mix-ins for the holiday. The unveiling […]
California Pizza Kitchen marks Manila, Daegu, Salt Lake City restaurant openings
New franchise restaurants open in high-profile global markets California Pizza Kitchen opened three new restaurants in high-profile markets recently, with international renown: Manila, Philippines; Daegu, South Korea; and Salt Lake […]
Growing number of consumers expect restaurants to adopt safety measures: Technomic
Ongoing popularity of takeout also solid call to action for restaurants Consumers continue to embrace the convenience and safety of food for takeout. Recent findings also reveal more consumers are […]
Chipotle Mexican Grill returns Carne Asada to restaurants nationwide
Rewards members will have first taste of steak protein Chipotle Mexican Grill returned Carne Asada to its menu nationwide in the United States, available to rewards members only September 22 […]
Fat Brands completes purchase of Johnny Rockets chain of diners
Burger-centric franchisor becomes big industry player with $700M in systemwide sales Fat Brands announced it had completed the acquisition of Johnny Rockets from an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners for […]
Denny’s offers free delivery in fall promotion
Family-dining chain adds enticement to order fall favorites to go Denny’s activated a free delivery offer for the remainder of the month of September. The limited-time offer—valid for orders of […]
O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar introduces Family Meals for school season
Family-style meals geared toward back-to-school season O’Charley’s Restaurant and Bar introduced new family-style meals to appeal to busy patrons as the school year returns. Four recently-unveiled options make up the […]
