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    Tracking the same-store sales of 23 major restaurant chains

    Q1 2026 saw more evidence of a casual dining resurgence, as fast casual sales continued to slow and QSRs posted mixed results.

    Updated May 26, 2026
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    Judge approves Fat Brands liquidation

    After a complicated bankruptcy process that included a CEO ouster effort, Fat’s liquidation can proceed with court approval.

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    Whataburger hires Taco Bell vet as CFO

    Ryan Moore also brings experience from Torchy’s Tacos to the burger chain, which is growing extensively beyond its home base of Texas.

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    Gong cha inks 50-store franchise deal in Texas

    The agreement will significantly expand the bubble tea chain’s U.S. footprint, and comes after it bought 170 stores from its master franchisee in March.

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    Church’s Texas Chicken CEO says new funding will boost remodels, expansion

    An equity investment from Golub Capital will help the chicken chain convert its brand turnaround into renewed U.S. store growth.

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    Taco Bell tied to Cyclospora outbreaks in 4 more states

    While the chain removed potentially contaminated lettuce by July 17, the long incubation period of the parasite — upwards of two weeks — means new cases may continue into early August.

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    How Moe’s Southwest Grill is using music to shape its experience abroad

    No matter where Moe’s opens a location, “music is one of the most important things not only to the brand, but to how we bring the brand to life in our stores,” GoToFoods’ Brittany Metcalfe said.

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    Cracker Barrel taps former Bloomin’ chief as CEO

    David Deno will succeed Julie Masino, who is leaving less than a year after surviving an ouster attempt triggered by rebranding backlash.

    Updated July 27, 2026
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    How 4 QSR chains sped up franchised growth in H1

    From chicken chains to frozen custard joints, growing restaurant concepts are working to accelerate their store development in 2026.

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    Travelers are booking lodging based on hotel restaurants

    This summer, 60% of travelers have booked a hotel specifically because of its restaurant, while hotel restaurant dining is up year over year, per OpenTable.

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    Fogo de Chão appoints successor to long-tenured CFO

    Daniel Duran succeeded Tony Laday, who retired after helping the chain through an IPO, a global pandemic and multiple acquisitions over 12 years.

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    Taco Bell flooded with lawsuits over diarrhea outbreak

    The fast food giant, supplier Taylor Farms and at least one franchisee face legal action from consumers in multiple states over alleged deceptive marketing and illness tied to lettuce.

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    Ziggi’s Coffee taps Noodles vet as growth chief

    Stacey Pool will oversee the chain’s next phase of growth, including a pipeline of at least 200 units, which would nearly triple the chain’s current store count.

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    KFC Global appoints COO

    Maria Cacciapuoti has worked at the chain since 2015 and will partner with franchisees to modernize the guest and team experience.

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    What 10 leading restaurant companies pay their CEOs — and their hourly workers

    Median hourly compensation hovers near, and sometimes below, the poverty line, while leading restaurant CEOs earn tens of millions.

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    Wienerschnitzel opens first military base location

    The restaurant at Naval Base San Diego is a major step forward for the chain’s push to tap into pre-existing consumer pools with nontraditional units.

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    Gas price moderation won’t end restaurant consumer woes

    Falling gas prices may not mean a return to consumer health, as wages fall and savings deplete, worsening the gap between restaurant winners and losers.

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    Yum appoints chief people officer

    Nai De Leon, who joined the company from Bain Capital in 2025, will succeed Tracy Skeans in November. 

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    Taylor Farms lettuce didn’t contain parasite behind diarrhea outbreak, FDA says

    The agency said a previous finding was “a false positive,” but the supplier to companies such as Walmart and Taco Bell remains at the heart of an ongoing investigation.

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    Cracker Barrel sells Maple Street Biscuit Company

    The chain will close 16 of its subsidiary biscuit brand locations after selling 35 to Biscuit Belly as part of a move to improve profitability. 

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    Taco Bell, QSR and fast casual traffic plunges after Cyclospora lettuce recall

    Visits at the Mexican chain slid by 30% on July 17 after shredded lettuce in at least five states was tied to the outbreak.

    Updated July 23, 2026
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    Domino’s says order counts are up thanks to third-party delivery

    Partnerships with Uber Eats and DoorDash are bringing in more new customers than the chain would have gained otherwise.

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    Burger King reworks manager role to support guest experience

    The chain is redefining its restaurant manager role with a new, more distinct uniform and new responsibilities to better address guest concerns.

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    Jersey Mike’s IPO could raise over $1B

    The chain could secure the restaurant industry's largest public offering of the past 20 years, far outpricing Krispy Kreme’s $500 million debut in 2021.

    Updated July 21, 2026
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    Craveworthy Brands to open first multi-concept restaurant

    With seven brands in one location, Crave Kitchen will offer multiple food options to students and faculty at Georgia Tech when it debuts in August.