Menu Development: Page 11

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    Nathan’s Famous partners with Nextbite to expand virtual brand portfolio

    Through the deal, Nathan’s Famous, which previously worked with Franklin Junction, will grow via Nextbite’s delivery-only restaurant network. 

    By • April 19, 2023
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    Sweetgreen highlights low-carbon menu items with latest collection

    The Low Carbon Collection, which allows diners to see which bowls generate the least carbon emissions, follows the chain’s 12% reduction in carbon emissions since 2019. 

    By • April 18, 2023
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    Trendline

    Menu development

    Restaurants big and small are experimenting with their menus to align with the preferences of on-the-go diners and mitigate the impact of rising food costs, supply chain disruption and shrinking consumer discretionary funds. 

    By Restaurant Dive staff
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    McDonald’s tweaks its iconic burgers

    The fast food chain began rolling out new recipes for its Big Mac, McDouble and classic burgers across the West Coast and plans to offer these new versions nationwide by 2024. 

    By • April 17, 2023
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    Restaurant menu prices outpaced grocery prices in March

    Menu prices were up 8.8% last month while grocery prices were up 8.4%, according the the Consumer Price Index. 

    By • April 13, 2023
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    Wetzel’s Pretzels gears up to open streetside concept

    The first Twisted by Wetzel’s unit, expected to open in Southern California this spring, will offer menu items targeting younger demographics.

    By • April 12, 2023
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    Can I take your order? Best practices for today’s evolving menu trends

    A restaurant menu has a surprisingly heavy lift; as one of a diner’s first interactions with the establishment, it sets the tone for a memorable occasion.

    April 10, 2023
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    Sweetgreen renames burrito bowl following Chipotle suit

    Marketing and social media interactions for Sweetgreen’s new Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl are at the heart of the lawsuit against the salad chain.

    By • Updated April 6, 2023
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    Smoothie King expands menu with bowls

    The fast casual smoothie chain is rolling out six bowls this week across 1,100 locations nationwide as it plots expansion. 

    By • April 4, 2023
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    Rutter’s launches rotating foodservice menu

    Starting with three items, including a peanut butter burger, the c-store chain’s new options will change out regularly throughout the year.

    By Jessica Loder • April 3, 2023
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    IHOP to serve biggest menu revision to date

    The new items, which will be added on Monday, span across breakfast, lunch and dinner and are part of the company’s ongoing menu innovation strategy. 

    By • March 29, 2023
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    Uber Eats adds virtual restaurant program to offer turnkey delivery-only concepts

    The aggregator also revised its virtual restaurant policies to prevent duplicate menus, which reduce the variety and quality of options on its platform. 

    By • March 28, 2023
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    How 7 fast casual, full-service chains are hiking prices

    Applebee’s, Chipotle and Shake Shack have raised prices between 7.5% and 10%, and Noodles & Company will test dynamic pricing as chains contend with inflation. 

    By Restaurant Dive Team • March 24, 2023
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    Fogo de Chão says plant-based fare, cocktail lounges attract young diners

    By offering a richer menu than just fire-roasted meats, the Brazilian restaurant has gained strong awareness among younger consumers, which has helped it open new restaurants.

    By • March 24, 2023
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    How 5 QSR giants are tackling menu pricing, strategy

    McDonald’s, Starbucks and Wendy’s took price between 6% and 10% in 2022, and experts expect prices to rise further as chains face economic headwinds. 

    By Restaurant Dive Team • March 23, 2023
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    How breakfast brands are reinventing morning menus

    Restaurants like First Watch, Snooze and Another Broken Egg Cafe have been adding twists to classic menu items as the segment emphasizes affordable brunch options.

    By • March 23, 2023
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    Subway brings back Footlong Pass subscription

    The chain, which sold out 10,000 subscriptions in August in under six hours, is now offering 250,000 passes to rewards members for April redemption. 

    By • March 17, 2023
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    Denny’s serves up AR experience with new menu overhaul

    Guests can take a virtual tour of Denny’s new menu and get exclusive deals, as part of a brand update that includes new kitchen equipment and food offerings. 

    By • March 15, 2023
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    How Applebee’s new president plans to revive franchisee development

    With high costs hurting potential ROI on new builds, Tony Moralejo wants to save with a new kitchen prototype and franchisee incentives.

    By • March 7, 2023
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    Sweetgreen launches catering as workers return to offices

    The fast casual chain slowly grew the channel through a pilot program last year as it expanded into new markets. 

    By • March 7, 2023
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    Q&A

    How Wetzel’s Pretzels built a pipeline to reach 400 units this year

    CEO Jennifer Schuler discusses the chain’s strategy of opening units inside c-stores and large retailers like Walmart and Macy’s.

    By • March 1, 2023
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    McDonald’s scales Krispy Kreme pilot to 160 Kentucky units

    Months after launching at nine stores, the chain will begin selling Krispy Kreme doughnuts from units in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky, on March 21.

    By • Feb. 27, 2023
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    Chipotle adding TikTok viral fajita quesadilla to digital menu

    The menu item, which began as a menu hack video on the social media platform, will be available starting Thursday.

    By • Feb. 27, 2023
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    Shake Shack serves up fine dining experience with White Truffle Menu

    Ten Shake Shack restaurants are taking reservations for a prix fixe tasting menu that costs $20 per person.

    By • Feb. 22, 2023
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    McDonald’s readies first-ever duo meal with Cardi B and Offset

    Timed to Valentine's Day, the effort includes tie-ups with dating apps and a kiss cam billboard in Times Square.

    By Chris Kelly , • Feb. 13, 2023
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    Chick-fil-A pilots first chicken-free sandwich

    The cauliflower sandwich, which is marinated, breaded and pressure cooked simiarly to its chicken sandwich, will be available in Denver; Charleston, South Carolina; and in the Greensboro-Triad region in North Carolina.

    By • Feb. 9, 2023