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Modern Market Eatery, Subway, Adult Happy Meals
Modern Market Eatery has opened its first drive-thru unit. Subway’s footlong cookie is becoming a permanent menu offering. And McDonald’s launches a …
2 years, 7 months ago
California, Shake Shack, Chipotle
A look at what restaurants are most concentrated in California. Shake Shack is marketing a value message. And Chipotle launches a new line of merch.…
2 years, 7 months ago
Jack in the Box, Crumbl, Kitchen United
Jack in the Box gets a warm welcome in new markets. Crumbl Cookies is pulling a Dunkin. And Kitchen United closes its Kroger locations.
2 years, 7 months ago
Holiday season, IHOP, California
Restaurants are gearing up for the holiday party season. IHOP launched a Willy Wonka themed menu. Jack in the Box is expecting some problems from Cal…
2 years, 7 months ago
Retailers sound alarm, notable openings, things to be thankful for
Retailers are buckling up for a tougher economy. But restaurants have a lot to be thankful for this year. Plus, a look at some notable new openings.
2 years, 7 months ago
Big Taco, McDonald’s, M&A
Brian Wheeler has launched Big Taco in Florida. McDonald’s is buying back a big chunk of its China business. And some lenders and financiers expect a…
2 years, 7 months ago
Wage inflation, hybrid work, Thanksgiving plans
Wage inflation remains the industry’s No. 1 challenge. Hybrid work could be the new normal. And what consumers are doing for Thanksgiving this year.
2 years, 7 months ago
Tacos, Breakfast Tater Tots, value concerns
A look at the most craveable tacos. Taco Bell debuts Breakfast Tater Tots as an LTO. And consumers are concerned about fast food prices.
2 years, 7 months ago
Another bankruptcy, tipping fatigue, uncertainty
A Wendy’s franchisee declares bankruptcy. Consumers are getting tired of tipping. And the big theme at this week’s Restaurant Finance and Development…
2 years, 7 months ago
Rising prices, Burger King, McDonald’s / Crocs
Fast-food prices keep rising. Patrick Doyle thinks Burger King struggled because it had too much risk. And McDonald’s teams up with Crocs on its lat…
2 years, 7 months ago