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McDonald’s AI test, Red Lobster lawsuit, TGI Fridays
McDonald’s is ending its AI drive-thru test. Former Red Lobster employees are suing the chain. And a TGI Fridays operator files for bankruptcy.
2 years ago
Starbucks’ legal win, Dave & Buster’s, Bob Evans
The Supreme Court delivers a win for Starbucks. The economy comes for Dave & Buster’s. And yet another chain launches a meal bundle.
2 years ago
Alamo Drafthouse, menu prices, Starbucks combos
Alamo Drafthouse has been sold. There’s good and bad news on the menu price inflation front. And Starbucks is joining the value wars.
2 years ago
California restaurants, Noodles & activists, Solomon Choi
The impact of the $20 fast-food wage in California is still revealing itself. Noodles and Company appears to be popular with activist investors. And …
2 years ago
Industry sales downgrade, Applebee’s, Tijuana Flats
Restaurant industry sales may be worse than originally expected this year. Applebee’s debuts a new chicken sandwich. And Tijuana Flats gets a new CEO…
2 years, 1 month ago
California surcharges, Alamo drafthouse bankruptcy, hot concepts
Service fees may be sticking around in California. An Alamo Drafthouse franchise shuttered its six locations. And what are the up-and-coming restaura…
2 years, 1 month ago
Starbucks, Alamo Drafthouse, viral foods
Starbucks is making a big change to its app. An Alamo Drafthouse operator goes under. And viral food trends are turning into actual menu items.
2 years, 1 month ago
Rubio’s bankruptcy, China problem, BK chicken
Another restaurant chain has declared bankruptcy. US operators appear to be struggling in China. And Burger King is expanding its flame-grilled offer…
2 years, 1 month ago
Top 500, social media, Condado Tacos
Technomic’s Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report is out. Social media is a blessing and a curse for restaurant chains. And Condado Tacos has a new CEO.
2 years, 1 month ago
Rubio’s, Red Lobster, Portillo’s
Rubio’s Coastal Grill is closing nearly 50 locations. Red Lobster could close more than 100 more of its restaurants. And Portillo’s will now be open …
2 years, 1 month ago