3 Restaurant Brands Springing Forward
Keep current on where two Texan brands are headed, plus a Fat Brands concept opening its first drive-thru.
Read MoreHawaiian Bros Inks First Franchise Deal
The island-inspired plate lunch concept will more than double its store count with the aid of Stine Enterprises.
Read MoreModern Market Eatery Refreshes Key Equipment
Three small pizza ovens, a smart toaster and holding cabinets help drive efficiencies at the chain’s just-opened location.
Read MoreFat Brands To See Leadership Transition This Spring
An interim CEO of Fat Brands will be announced by May 5, as founder and CEO Andy Wiederhorn prepares to step down amid a federal investigation. “In transitioning from his role as CEO, Mr. Wiederhorn seeks to eliminate the distraction of the previously announced government investigation tied to him, and allow senior management to focus…
Read MoreSubway To Add EV Charging Stations at Select Restaurants
Last week, when Subway confirmed rumors that its shareholders are exploring a possible sale of the company, it said the brand would remain focused on “modernization of restaurants and improvements to its overall guest experience.” This week, the world got a peek of one aspect of those modernization efforts: electric vehicle charging stations. Subway will…
Read MoreChipotle Branches Out With New Concept in SoCal
Following a soft open with a limited menu, Farmesa opens in March.
Read MoreCaptain D’s ‘Sea’zes New Opportunities to Grow in 2023
Fast-casual seafood chain Captain D’s expects to capitalize on its new formats to grow its presence in new and existing markets. Already this year, the brand says it has restaurants under construction in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee and Texas, and seven restaurants are expected to debut early this year. A new franchisee also recently signed on…
Read MoreLeading Women From Chains Fill WFF’s 2023 Board
Representatives from Georgia-Pacific and Ecolab also were among those seated.
Read MoreBurger Chain’s New Hire To Help Steer Its ‘Comeback Plan’
The vice president of culinary and beverage innovation comes to the casual dining brand with more than 40 years of experience.
Read More4 Key Takeaways From McDonald’s Q4 Earnings
Growth plans, digital opportunities and inflation were just a few of the points McDonald’s leaders covered in a Q4 earnings call with investors on Jan. 31. Here are some highlights: McDonald’s plans to spend up to $2.4 billion in capital expenditures this year, with half the amount allocated to new units. The chain says it…
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