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Chili’s, Taco Bell and Chick-fil-A
Chili’s hot streak continues. Taco Bell leans into Tajin. And Chick-fil-A is tapping waffles.
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Cava, Domino’s, Jimmy John’s/Buffalo Wild Wings Go
Cava had a pretty strong second quarter. Domino’s new product is targeting solo diners. And Jimmy John’s and Buffalo Wild Wings Go are opening a rest…
4 weeks, 2 days ago
Papa Johns, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Fireman Hospitality Group
Papa Johns is working on its marketing approach. A Moe’s Southwest Grill franchisee files bankruptcy. And so does a prominent operator of some iconic…
1 month ago
Wendy’s, El Pollo Loco, Sweetgreen
Wendy’s sales took another big hit last quarter. El Pollo Loco’s tenders might become permanent. And Cyclospora has thrown a wet blanket over Sweetgr…
1 month ago
Burger King, Outback Steakhouse, Papa Johns
Look at Burger King go. Outback Steakhouse continued its comeback in the second quarter. But Papa Johns’ Toy Story promotion was a bit of a disappoin…
1 month ago
Salad and Go, McDonald’s, Dine Brands
Salad & Go has said its final goodbyes. McDonald’s journey to 50,000 restaurants will take longer than expected. And Dine Brands had a mixed Q2.
1 month ago
McDonald’s, Dave & Buster’s, food safety
McDonald’s is bringing in new leadership for its now-struggling U.S. market. Dave & Buster’s is also making changes at the top. And another food-safe…
1 month ago
Domino’s, Red Lobster, Popeyes
Domino’s is offering incentives for feedback on its app. Red Lobster’s former owner says Endless Shrimp was not its fault. And Popeyes’ upgraded chic…
1 month, 1 week ago
Starbucks development, tariff fatigue, Yum’s new strategy
Don’t expect a lot of new Starbucks shops in the U.S. next year. A new round of tariffs is here. And Yum has a new strategy now that Pizza Hut has be…
1 month, 1 week ago
Domino’s, Red Lobster, Popeyes
Domino’s is offering incentives for feedback on its app. Red Lobster’s former owner says Endless Shrimp was not its fault. And Popeyes’ upgraded chic…
1 month, 1 week ago