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Sysco, Wendy’s, Papa Johns
Sysco is buying Restaurant Depot. Wendy’s is upgrading its chicken sandwich. And Papa Johns has some new sandwiches and sauces.
3 months, 1 week ago
Wonder, Dos Toros Taqueria and Gigglewaters
Wonder is adding a new Indian concept. Dos Toros is trying it again in Chicago. And women are dropping out of the restaurant industry.
3 months, 1 week ago
Taco Bell, Noodles & Company, Sweetgreen
Taco Bell is letting its Rewards members choose which global item to bring to the U.S. Noodles & Company’s turnaround seems to be going well. And Swe…
3 months, 1 week ago
McDonald’s, Applebee’s franchisee, Krispy Kreme
McDonald’s is teaming up with KPop Demon Hunters. A large Applebee’s franchisee has filed for bankruptcy. And Krispy Kreme has sold a majority stake …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Starbucks, Domino’s and OpenTable
Starbucks wants shorter lines at airports for coffee. Domino’s is updating its pizza tracker. And OpenTable is demanding exclusivity.
3 months, 2 weeks ago
McDonald’s Big Arch, DoorDash gas prices, Little Caesars menu
The McDonald’s Big Arch has provided a modest traffic bump. DoorDash has launched an emergency relief program to ease the impact of gas prices. And L…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
CloudKitchens, Wonder and more FAT Brands
FAT Brands has bankruptcy financing. CloudKitchens CEO has something new in the works. And Wonder appears to be making IPO preparations.
3 months, 2 weeks ago
FAT Brands CEO, Darden performance, MCL closures
Andy Wiederhorn is out at FAT Brands. Darden continues to outperform the casual-dining segment. And a Midwest buffet chain is shrinking its footprint.
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Maggiano’s, Chipotle, El Pollo Loco
Maggiano’s is looking for big eaters. Chipotle has another new sauce. And El Pollo Loco is upgrading its rewards program.
3 months, 3 weeks ago
ICE Disruption Act, Applebee’s, and AI chatbots
Small businesses affected by ICE crackdowns could get relief, Applebee’s is shifting its marketing strategy, and agentic AI is cropping up more in re…
3 months, 3 weeks ago