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Chili’s, Flynn Group, Taco Bell nostalgia
Chili’s is finding success by thinking a bit like a fast-food chain. The world’s largest franchise group is getting a bit bigger. And Taco Bell is tu…
1 year, 10 months ago
Starbucks’ CEO, Chipotle, multiconcept operators
Starbucks is getting a new CEO - can he save the coffee chain? Chipotle is looking for a new leader now as well. And, we take a look at the country’s…
1 year, 10 months ago
Topgolf, tip tax, Tamara Murphy
Topgolf may be spun off from its relatively new owner. The two presidential candidates appear to be aligned on the topic of taxing tips. And Seattle …
1 year, 10 months ago
Earnings challenges, Dutch Bros, Sweetgreen
It has been a challenging earning season for many restaurant chains. Dutch Bros, though, reports strong sales in California. And Sweetgreen is seeing…
1 year, 10 months ago
Papa Johns, Dutch Bros, Noodles
Papa Johns sales took a hit in the second quarter. Noodles could close up to 20 restaurants. And Dutch Bros did good, but not good enough for Wall St…
1 year, 11 months ago
McDonald’s, Portillo’s, KFC
McDonald’s is embracing nostalgia. Portillo’s is leaning into a technology trend. And KFC is getting saucy once again.
1 year, 11 months ago
Taco Bell, Buca di Beppo bankruptcy, First Watch
Cantina Chicken performed well for Taco Bell last quarter. Buca di Beppo blames the pandemic for its bankruptcy. And First Watch reported sluggish tr…
1 year, 11 months ago
More bankruptcies, outdoor dining, Massachusetts happy hour
Two more restaurant companies have filed for bankruptcy. Cities continue to look for outdoor-dining solutions. And happy hour will remain illegal in …
1 year, 11 months ago
Jobs, Starbucks, junk fees
Friday’s jobs report sent stocks plunging. Is there an easy fix for Starbucks? And a trade group is taking up the flight on junk fees.
1 year, 11 months ago
Papa Johns, Rubio’s, Shake Shack
Papa Johns has a new CEO, and he may seem familiar. Rubio’s has been sold to its lender. And Shake Shack is on a roll.
1 year, 11 months ago