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McDonald’s valuations, sandwich chains, AI
The price to buy a McDonald’s is going down. Subway closures have been good for other sandwich chains. And a look at the many ways restaurants are us…
2 years, 10 months ago
Chipotle, Pokeworks, Taco Bell
Chipotle is on track to add 7,000 new jobs this year. Pokeworks has a new CEO. And Baja Blast flavored gelato, anyone?
2 years, 10 months ago
TGI Fridays, closures, US Open eats
TGI Fridays has a new CEO. A look at the chains with the most closures last year. And what tennis fans can find on the menu at this year’s US Open.
2 years, 10 months ago
Krystal, Dog Haus, DoorDash
Krystal is planning a strategic refranchising program. Dog Haus has a new CEO. And DoorDash is developing an AI voicebot that can take phone orders.
2 years, 10 months ago
Roark Capital, Walk-On’s, Fatz Cafe
Roark Capital is buying Subway. You’ll soon find bone-in wings on the menu at Walk-On’s. And Fatz Cafe has closed all of its locations.
2 years, 10 months ago
Panera Bread, pickleball, Green District
Panera Bread is testing a smaller menu. A pickleball concept raises a courtload of money. And the tiny salad chain Green District files for bankruptc…
2 years, 10 months ago
Subway, O’Charley’s, sensory-friendly dining
Subway’s online reputation could use some help. O’Charley’s closed 18 stores in a single day. And a Chicago-area restaurant hosts a “sensory-friendly…
2 years, 10 months ago
Lemonade, Veggie Grill, Subway sale
Los Angeles-based chain Lemonade has been sold to Elite Restaurant Group. Veggie Grill has closed 12 restaurants. And the Subway sale might be the th…
2 years, 10 months ago
Subway sale, Popeyes wings, Sweetgreen hires
Subway is reportedly close to a sale. You can now get wings from Popeyes. And Sweetgreen hires two former Chipotle execs.
2 years, 10 months ago
Bloomin’ Brands, Mastro’s and pigs
Starboard Value is eyeing the owner of Outback Steakhouse. The founders of another classic steakhouse are getting another chance in the business. And…
2 years, 10 months ago