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Wendy’s, Dutch Bros, restaurant optimism
Wendy’s had a very rough quarter, Dutch Bros is open to acquisitions, and the National Restaurant Association feels cautiously optimistic about the i…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
The Grinch, Spongebob and Popeyes.
The Grinch did wonders for McDonald’s, Spongebob did wonders for Burger King, and nothing did wonders for Popeyes.
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Jobs numbers, Red Lobster, Chili’s margaritas
Jobs numbers were unexpectedly rosy in January. Is Red Lobster continuing to close restaurants? And Chili’s is launching a margarita club.
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Chipotle prices, Wonder acquisition, Jack in the Box
No, Chipotle is not raising prices because it’s seeing an uptick in higher-income consumers. Wonder is making its first restaurant acquisition. And J…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Minneapolis restaurants, delivery, Fat Brands
Minneapolis restaurants are struggling amid a federal immigration enforcement action in the city. Restaurant delivery keeps growing. And Fat Brands l…
5 months ago
Bob Evans, Fogo, Starbucks
Bob Evans has a new owner. Fogo has some AI. And Starbucks is going on offense.
5 months ago
Jack in the Box, Noodles & Company, Zaxbys
Jack in the Box is playing defense in another proxy battle with activist investor Sardar Biglari. Noodles & Company is attempting to get back into co…
5 months ago
Chipotle, Yum earnings, Cracker Barrel
Chipotle’s same-store sales continue to dip. For Yum Brands, Taco Bell soared while Pizza Hut keeps struggling. And Cracker Barrel is making headline…
5 months ago
Bahama Breeze, Starbucks strawberries, new CEOs
Darden Restaurants is shutting down Bahama Breeze. Starbucks picks strawberries to flavor its newest beverages. And two chains have appointed new ch…
5 months ago
Subway, Burger King-China, Chipotle traffic
A Subway franchisee with dozens of locations has filed for bankruptcy. Burger King is getting ready to grow in China. And new research sees some posi…
5 months, 1 week ago