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Potbelly, McDonald’s, California
Potbelly has signed an agreement with Royal Restaurant Group to develop 36 units in Ohio and Florida. Digital and price hikes helped McDonald’s last…
2 years, 8 months ago
A mixed economy, Texas Roadhouse, child labor crackdown
The economy is sending mixed signals. Texas Roadhouse wants to grow its to-go business. And a new federal bill calls for much harsher penalties for c…
2 years, 8 months ago
Free Domino’s, student loans, spooky promos
Got student loans? You’re eligible for free Domino’s. Restaurants are rolling out more spooky promos. And how the blockchain could improve loyalty pr…
2 years, 8 months ago
Taco Tuesday, Mrs. Fields, David Chang
The Taco Tuesday wars are over. Mrs. Fields has a new owner. And David Chang’s Momofuku Ko is set to close.
2 years, 8 months ago
Sweetgreen dinner, QSR traffic, eatertainment
Sweetgreen wants to do more dinner business. QSRs continue to dominate restaurant traffic. But eatertainment has also been a big winner.
2 years, 8 months ago
PF Chang’s, Madison Square Garden, Fat Brands
PF Chang’s names Eduardo Luz CEO and president. Madison Square Garden taps new restaurant partners for the 2023-24 season. And Fat Brands is looking …
2 years, 8 months ago
Starbucks, TGI Fridays, Love.Life
Starbucks’ union accused the chain of stoking a boycott of its own stores. TGI Fridays is ready to take some risks. And a new restaurant from the fou…
2 years, 8 months ago
Outback Steakhouse, Chili’s, Chipotle
Starboard Value has big plans for Outback Steakhouse. Chili’s is celebrating Nicki Minaj fans with its second Barbz Day. And Chipotle and other brand…
2 years, 8 months ago
Fake review crackdown, BurgerFi, Salted
The FTC wants to crack down on fake reviews. BurgerFi’s new CEO is making some changes. And the owner of Moonbowls raises some money.
2 years, 8 months ago
Ozempic, September sales, Israel/Palestine
Could Ozempic really hurt restaurant demand? The industry had a surprisingly strong September. And restaurants respond to the conflict between Israel…
2 years, 8 months ago