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Restaurant Daily

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Your quick morning dose of the restaurant news you need, every weekday, from the editors of Restaurant Business and Nation's Restaurant News.
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Episodes

FAST Act, rent, Maple & Ash

A California bill giving fast-food workers a say in their wages crept closer to becoming law. The legal feud over Maple & Ash takes a new twist. And nearly 4 in 10 restaurants failed to pay rent last month.

Jul 01, 20224 min

McDonald’s, Dave & Buster’s, US Foods

Trouble appears to be brewing between McDonald’s and its franchisees. Dave & Buster’s now owns fellow food-and-games chain Main Event. And US Foods’ new distribution center is very environmentally friendly.

Jun 30, 20224 min

McDonald’s, Cracker Barrel, America’s favorite chain

Americans’ favorite restaurant chain is not all that surprising. Black McDonald’s franchisees approved a vote of no confidence against the chain’s CEO. And Cracker Barrel is making big changes to its menu.

Jun 29, 20225 min

Starbucks, Chick-fil-A and barbecue

Starbucks gets accused of labor violations; Chick-fil-A is opening a new type of drive-thru and there was a deal for a barbecue concept.

Jun 23, 20224 min

Restaurant stocks, Red Robin, Starbucks

Concerns about the economy have hurt restaurant stocks this year. Red Robin is courting customers who are watching their wallets. And Starbucks loses a key executive.

Jun 21, 20224 min

Dining out, Chipotle Canada, heatwave

People are dining out more often, rather than ordering in. Chipotle Mexican Grill is steadily growing its Canadian business. And here’s how operators can protect restaurant workers during a heatwave.

Jun 16, 20224 min

Burgerim, Del Taco, Subway

Burgerim’s founder has re-emerged after two years. Del Taco is paying $50 million to settle a wage and hour lawsuit. And your next Subway sandwich might come from a vending machine.

Jun 14, 20225 min

Shake Shack, Domino’s, gas prices

Delays are slowing down Shake Shack’s new store openings. Delivery drivers continue to cause headaches for Domino’s. And what impact will average gas prices over $5 have on restaurant consumers?

Jun 10, 20224 min

Cracker Barrel, Tim Hortons, Dave & Buster’s

Cracker Barrel is looking to draw a younger crowd. Tim Hortons is getting rid of seats. And Dave & Buster’s is still waiting for its events business to recover.

Jun 08, 20225 min

Starbucks CEO, Sardar Biglari, drive-thrus

Starbucks is looking outside the company for its next CEO. Sardar Biglari wants Cracker Barrel to replace its chief executive. And fast-casual customers are increasingly using the drive-thru.

Jun 07, 20223 min

CEO pay, McDonald’s, jobs

CEO pay is climbing, McDonald's is accessing its civil rights record, and job growth continues.

Jun 06, 20224 min

Taco Bell, USHG, Panda Express

Taco Bell’s newest prototype is almost ready for prime time. Union Square Hospitality Group is calling for gun reform. And your next bowl of orange chicken from Panda Express might be prepared by a robot.

Jun 02, 20224 min

Unions, Chick-fil-A, Dunkin’

More than 100 Starbucks stores have voted to unionize. Chick-fil-A is testing delivery robots. And how avocado toast has helped Dunkin’ grow.

Jun 01, 20224 min

McDonald’s, Subway, James Beard Awards

McDonald’s won its battle with investor Carl Icahn. Subway is shaking up its franchising strategy. And the James Beard Awards will look different when they return to Chicago next month.

May 27, 20225 min

Show reflections, Wendy's, Starbucks

A big Wendy’s shareholder might take the company private. The first National Restaurant Association Show in three years has wrapped up. And how marketers should respond when tragedy strikes.

May 26, 20224 min

Starbucks, restaurant show, Elon Musk

Starbucks is getting out of Russia. The National Restaurant Association Show wrapped up Tuesday. And is Tesla founder Elon Musk getting into the restaurant business?

May 25, 20224 min

Arby's, Captain D's, Health Nut

Arby's gets into the burger business, Captain D's was acquired by its former owner, and a small salad chain lands a big name investor.

May 24, 20223 min

RRF, Ben’s Friends, National Restaurant Association Show

Indies are frustrated by the death of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Ben’s Friends is offering a safe space for those in the industry addicted to alcohol and drugs. And the National Restaurant Association Show continues through Tuesday.

May 23, 20224 min

RRF, recession, ‘de-Arching’

A refill for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund died in the Senate. A recession is beginning to look likely. And McDonald’s found a buyer for its Russian restaurants.

May 20, 20225 min

Sales, stocks, RRF

Restaurant sales keep growing--and it might have groceries to thank. Yet the industry still had a bad day on Wall Street. And the Senate is expected to vote today on re-upping the RRF.

May 19, 20225 min
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