Subway, KFC, robot chicken
Subway is courting electric vehicle owners. KFC makes room for more sandwiches. And a robotic chicken concept makes a roost in New York City.
Feb 22, 2023•4 min
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Restaurants’ hot start, joint employer, Subway
Restaurants are off to a roaring start this year. Joint employer rears its head in California. And who will buy Subway?
Feb 21, 2023•4 min
Shake Shack, Norms, Toast
Shake Shack saw momentum in the fourth quarter. Norms has named Eric Wyatt as CEO and president. And tech supplier, Toast, is making a major push into the QSR space.
Feb 17, 2023•4 min
Farmesa, Patrick Doyle, EV charging
Chipotle revealed more information about its new concept. Danny Meyer and Pinky Cole are headlining the Big Show. And why Patrick Doyle came back to the restaurant business.
Feb 16, 2023•5 min
Super Bowl Sunday, Bonefish Grill. Project Pollo.
Subway is officially for sale. Super Bowl Sunday was a big win for restaurants. And Sunday brunch is coming back to Bonefish Grill.
Feb 15, 2023•4 min
Chipotle, Valentine’s Day, ‘woke’ sandwiches
Chipotle appears to be testing a new concept. McDonald’s unveiled another celebrity-inspired meal. And how consumers plan to spend their Valentine’s Day.
Feb 14, 2023•3 min
Direct ordering, Papa Johns, Whataburger
Is direct ordering for delivery the way to go? We’ll take a look at how Papa Johns created the Crisp Parm Pizza. And there’s a new COO at Whataburger.
Feb 13, 2023•2 min
Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, GM of the Year
Chick-fil-A’s newest sandwich will have customers asking: Where’s the chicken? Taco Bell plans to use AI to predict how much food it will need. And Restaurant Business unveils a new award for industry leaders.
Feb 10, 2023•4 min
Pete Davidson, Pizza Hut, anti-poaching agreements
Pete Davidson was good for Taco Bell. Pizza Hut is doing just fine, thanks to Melts and third-party delivery. And President Biden pledged support for ending anti-poaching agreements.
Feb 09, 2023•3 min
Tao Group Hospitality, Valentine’s Day, McDonald’s
Tao Group Hospitality is officially for sale. Heart-shaped products have taken over restaurants menus this week. And McDonalds is changing the way it makes its burgers.
Feb 08, 2023•4 min
Cava, loaded tots, snacking habits
Cava Group takes a step toward an IPO. Domino’s launched a new snack for the Super Bowl. But new research shows Americans may be snacking less.
Feb 07, 2023•3 min
Starbucks, restaurant hiring, Newk’s Eatery
Starbucks isn’t giving up on China. Restaurant hiring accelerated in January. And why Newk’s Eatery is using robots to answer the phone.
Feb 06, 2023•3 min
Subway, Red Robin, delivery
Subway’s sales rose in 2022 and it’s eyeing more restaurants overseas. Red Robin hired a new chef to lead its menu revamp. And Americans say they’re pumping the brakes on delivery.
Feb 03, 2023•4 min
Super Bowl Sunday, Chilli’s, Subway
Chicken wing concepts are preparing for Super Bowl Sunday. Chilli’s Grill & Bar will run its first TV ad in more than 3 years. And Subway is now a charitable organization, sort of.
Feb 02, 2023•4 min
Adult Happy Meals, Ruth’s Chris, openings and closings
Those adult happy meals did wonders for McDonald’s. Ruth’s Chris is closing a high-profile location. And a recap of the most notable indie openings and closings in January.
Feb 01, 2023•4 min
Papa Johns, tip credit, Casa Bonita
Papa Johns is flipping pizza upside down. A Michigan court has preserved the state’s tip credit. And Casa Bonita is reopening in May.
Jan 31, 2023•4 min
McDonald’s gets political, new NRA chairman, Raising Cane’s
McDonald’s ups its political involvement. The National Restaurant Association names its chairman for the year. And how Raising Cane’s rewarded its top 10 general managers.
Jan 30, 2023•4 min
Chipotle, Smashburger, Papa John’s
Chipotle wants to hire 15,000 workers nationally. Smashburger is testing a jackfruit-based veggie burger. And Papa John’s has a new international prototype.
Jan 27, 2023•3 min
McDonald’s, MOD Pizza, A&W
McDonald’s is testing a new kind of cup lid. MOD Pizza is testing a new menu item. And why A&W revamped its menu boards.
Jan 26, 2023•3 min
Checkers, robotic pizza system, Peet’s Coffee
Checkers has hired an advisor to help it deal with its debt. Three equipment suppliers are teaming up to create a robotic pizza system for restaurants. And workers at a Peet’s Coffee in California have voted in favor of forming a union.
Jan 25, 2023•3 min
Chick-fil-A, ServSafe, Red Lobster
There’s a new most-ordered entree at Chick-fil-A. The battle over ServSafe is headed to court. And Red Lobster closes some restaurants.
Jan 24, 2023•4 min
Eggs, inflation, surcharges
Egg prices are flying high, although food inflation in general is slowing down. Slapfish has a new concept. And why a Dallas restaurant added a 3% surcharge.
Jan 23, 2023•4 min
In-N-Out, Nextbite, Notch
In-N-Out Burger expects to open for the first time in Idaho late this year. Nextbite is planning on adding more family-style meals. And Notch has raised $10 million.
Jan 20, 2023•4 min
Starbucks, delivery, Tacombi
Starbucks is adding more delivery options. New data shows lots of people order delivery. And inside the strategy of fast-growing Tacombi.
Jan 19, 2023•3 min
In-N-Out, Steak and Ale, catering
In-N-Out’s eastward expansion could transform the burger industry. Steak and Ale is making a comeback. And an update on the catering business.
Jan 18, 2023•4 min
Kurt Kane, Portillos, In-N-Out
Kurt Kane is leaving Wendy’s. Portillos is now doing soft opens. And we’ll discuss why In-N-Out is making a jump to Tennessee.
Jan 16, 2023•3 min
Subway, Cywinski, Starbucks
Subway is for sale. John Cywinski has a new job. And Starbucks orders staff back to the office.
Jan 13, 2023•4 min
Portillo’s, Chicken prices, ICR conference
Portillo’s plans to open more restaurants in Southern States. Chicken prices are at a historic low. And we’ll discuss takeaways from the ICR conference in Orlando.
Jan 12, 2023•4 min
In-N-Out Burger, Darden Restaurants, Del Taco
In-N-Out Burger is heading to Tennessee. Darden Restaurants is looking for a full service restaurant to add to its portfolio. And voice bots are coming to the Del Taco drive-thru.
Jan 11, 2023•3 min
McDonald’s, Red Robin, Norma.
Denny’s has named Sherri Landry as its new CMO. Red Robin is investing in flat-top grills. And Noma announced its plans to close for traditional service.
Jan 10, 2023•4 min
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