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Subway is implementing measures to restrict franchisee store closures while simultaneously pushing expansion into late-night operating hours, signaling the chain may be prioritizing growth and market
The Restaurant Technology Network published an updated playbook outlining three customer-acquisition and retention strategies for restaurant brands: wallet optimization, mindshare, and emotional loyal
California Pizza Kitchen's co-founder discussed the chain's history and its change in ownership.
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, a 240-unit chain, is expanding while many restaurant peers face headwinds; CEO Elisia Flores attributes momentum partly to growing interest in Hawaiian cuisine and the brand's p
HTeaO is opening a location in Fort Smith, Arkansas, expanding its presence in the state.
A podcast episode examines why major restaurant NFT and Web3 initiatives from 2021–2022 (including Taco Bell, McDonald's, Burger King, Applebee's, Chipotle, Bored & Hungry, and Starbucks Odyssey) are
Sysco CEO Kevin Hourican discusses plans to operate Restaurant Depot as a standalone business, signaling potential portfolio restructuring within the distributor.
Cava posted strong second-quarter results, Domino's launched a product aimed at solo diners, and Jimmy John's partnered with Buffalo Wild Wings Go on a co-branded location.
Taylor Farms, a major North American produce supplier, faces a salmonella outbreak affecting major retailers and restaurant chains, signaling potential supply-chain vulnerability for foodservice opera
Salad and Go's decline is examined in a case study on overexpansion, signaling that rapid scaling without operational maturity may constrain unit-level economics in fast-casual segments.
Merchant-owned apps are emerging as a key retail growth channel as traditional customer journeys fragment, according to a PYMNTS Intelligence report commissioned by Visa Acceptance Solutions.
Jalapeños connected to a U.S. salmonella outbreak have been traced to a specific Mexican farm and distributor, highlighting supply-chain vulnerability in fresh produce sourcing.
Headline claims Bitcoin payment option drove sales lift, but no brand name or details provided — insufficient specificity to act on.
Op-ed on food sourcing — broad commentary on industry concerns without actionable chain strategy or operator-specific guidance.
A gas station chain is adding White Castle vending machines to its locations.
Inc. 5000 recognition signals growth trajectory but lacks specifics on unit count, sales, or operational strategy relevant to multi-location operators.
Single-unit seasonal menu refresh with house-made syrups — local brand tactic with no relevance to multi-location portfolio strategy.
Red Lobster is continuing to close locations as part of an ongoing restructuring effort.
Jesse Stein, founder and CEO of Hermetic AI, will participate in a live Q&A hosted by the Restaurant Unstoppable Network on September 7th, 2026.
A benchmarking database of 100+ major chains and operators can help brands contextualize unit economics, ownership structures, and franchise network scale against peers.
Chagee Holdings released second-quarter 2026 financial results, continuing to report performance as a publicly traded premium tea drinks brand.
Huey Magoo's is expanding into Pennsylvania through a three-unit franchise deal with local operators, marking the brand's first entry into the state.
EverPass, which holds exclusive rights to the NFL broadcast package, is being sold to DAZN; the source signals minimal operational impact for restaurants and bars.
MTY Food Group is attracting investor attention in the retail sector, though the source provides no specific details about the company's performance or the reasons behind the interest.
Regional hiring ramp at franchise level reflects post-labor-shortage staffing normalization and demand signals in key markets.
Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern has expanded its menu across all locations as of August 25, 2026, marking the brand's first menu overhaul in some time.
Chicken wing concepts saw a boost in orders and check sizes during the World Cup, with independent restaurants in host cities also benefiting from the event.
Restaurant operators are increasingly adopting AI tools for hiring tasks like job posting and resume screening, though employers retain final decision-making authority.
Krystal launched football-season bundles and fall menu items including a reformulated Chik and pumpkin spice offerings, signaling an effort to capture occasion-based daypart traffic and seasonal consu
Apple flavor is gaining prominence on fall menus across major chains including Caribou Coffee, Paris Baguette, and others, suggesting a diversification of seasonal flavor offerings beyond traditional
Large-scale closure of a major fried-chicken chain signals unit economics stress and portfolio rationalization — relevant to operators watching sector consolidation.
The parent company of Salt and Lime has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the third time in 2026.
Bojangles signed a four-unit nontraditional development deal in Norfolk, Virginia, with plans to open two locations there over the next six years.
Ford's Garage launched weekday value meals at $10.99 that bundle an entrée and beverage, signaling a push to capture price-sensitive diners during the post-summer period.
Mike's Red Tacos appointed Andrew Feghali as CEO to lead growth as the San Diego birria brand expands beyond its food-truck origins.
Newk's Eatery franchisees are opening multiple locations, suggesting the brand's unit economics or support model enables multi-unit growth.
A Texas restaurant venue received a high-value private-event inquiry (42 people, full buyout including dining and activities) with minimal notice, but the events coordinator was unavailable to respond
Inconsistent bartending practices across staff create measurable operational waste that many bar operators fail to track, despite monitoring labor costs and beverage expenses closely.
Darden Restaurants has underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, though Wall Street analysts remain moderately bullish on its prospects.
A federal spending bill includes a provision that would ban most THC-based products, but the Senate has delayed implementation to December as the hemp industry seeks regulatory clarity.
Major QSR and casual-dining chains including Del Taco, IHOP, Chick-fil-A, and others are featuring mashup items on their menus, signaling renewed operator interest in hybrid flavor combinations as a d
PopStroke is opening an elaborate flagship location on Orlando's International Drive in December, featuring two 18-hole miniature golf courses designed to showcase an elevated entertainment experience
Starbucks Korea reported an operating loss in Q2 following a marketing backlash, signaling how brand missteps can rapidly erode profitability in competitive markets.
An 11-unit Minneapolis burger chain's CEO discusses strategies for entering competitive markets at a recent industry conference, suggesting how established growth chains navigate market entry and adap
Investors are rotating capital from fast-food chains toward sit-down restaurant stocks like Cheesecake Factory and Bloomin' Brands, signaling a potential shift in market preference that may reflect ch
Wagamama is expanding its India operations through an enlarged joint venture with Charcoal Concepts.
Mamdani is challenging Amazon in a dispute involving New York's delivery workers.
Another Broken Egg Cafe opened six new locations since late May, with a seventh planned for August 31 in Naples, Florida, signaling continued franchisee-driven expansion in the daytime dining segment.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claims the K-shaped economy is fading, but Robert Reich and others counter that divergent consumer health persists—a debate that signals ongoing uncertainty about the
Gong cha has signed a franchise development agreement to open 50 locations in Texas, signaling confidence in the state's bubble tea market.