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    Subway has signed commitments for 10K restaurants globally

    Over the past three years, the chain signed over 20 master franchise agreements that will push the sandwich chain close to 50,000 units.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024
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    8 restaurant industry trade shows to attend in 2025

    This year is brimming with restaurant conferences and trade shows covering key issues for the sector, from franchising strategy to economic forecasts.

    By Restaurant Dive Staff • Updated Jan. 31, 2025
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    Dickey’s to cease expanding non-barbecue brands

    Virtual brands grew over the past four years, but never had the same success of Dickey’s Barbecue, said Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group.

    By • Oct. 1, 2024
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    The c-store value deals keep on rolling

    Circle K and EG America are the latest players to launch $5 meals amid what's become a booming trend this year to compete with QSRs.

    By Brett Dworski • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Sweetgreen opens first restaurant in Carolinas

    The Southeast, where the chain has almost 20 stores in Georgia and Florida, has proven to be a strong market for the chain with solid sales.

    By • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Q&A: Will you need to find new suppliers because of FSMA 204 food traceability?

    Will you need new tomato, fresh herb, finfish, shell egg suppliers (and more) if they can't do traceability? Will labels alone work for traceability? Check out this Q&A.

    By Randy Fields, ReposiTrak Chairman and CEO • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Restaurant comp sales recovering in September, report shows

    The first three weeks of the month indicate a return to positive same-store sales following a 0.4% dip in August and a rough second quarter, per Black Box Intelligence.

    By • Sept. 27, 2024
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    Q&A

    Black Rock Coffee CEO: Experience is key to stand out in glut of ‘beverage places’

    As more and more brands serve a wider array of coffee and caffeinated drinks, in-store service will become more important, Mark Davis said. 

    By • Sept. 27, 2024
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    C-stores trail restaurants in delivery satisfaction

    While many convenience retailers continue to focus on improving menus, customers want better speed, clarity and customization, according to a new report from Intouch Insight.

    By Jessica Loder • Sept. 27, 2024
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    EYM Pizza to sell 127 Pizza Hut units

    The operator, which declared bankruptcy in June, previously closed over a dozen locations in Indiana, which Pizza Hut said it would transfer to new owners.

    By • Sept. 26, 2024
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    Denny’s appoints Christopher Bode as COO, president

    Bode, who spent the past two years at CKE Restaurants, returns to Denny’s, where he previously served as COO for 11 years.

    By • Sept. 23, 2024
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    Darden Restaurants turns to dining speed to improve sales

    The company will boost throughput and adjust scheduling to improve in-store dining experiences as it adds more order volume from its delivery partnership with Uber.

    By Bryan Wassel • Sept. 23, 2024
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    Taco John’s launches catering

    The QSR’s catering channel, supported by ezCater, spans dayparts from breakfast to dessert. 

    By • Sept. 20, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Why consumers, not restaurants, are dictating value

    Guests with tighter budgets are seeking out more affordable options, and restaurants — desperate for their dollars — are responding with a battle for the best value offer. 

    By • Sept. 18, 2024
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    BurgerFi declares bankruptcy

    The company has struggled with same-store sales declines and net losses for several quarters, mirroring the problems of recent Chapter 11 filings for Red Lobster and Buca di Beppo.

    By , • Updated Sept. 11, 2024
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    Court approves Red Lobster’s restructuring, buyout plan

    The seafood chain will emerge from bankruptcy with P.F. Chang’s former CEO at the helm and $60 million in new funding.

    By • Sept. 6, 2024
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    Topgolf will be spun off by its parent company

    Management pursued a full strategic review of Topgolf following disappointing same-venue sales, and determined separate companies would enhance strategic focus.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Chick-fil-A plots major expansion in Michigan

    The fast food giant expects to open 25 to 30 franchised units in the Mitten State, adding to its existing 28 units.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
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    BJ’s Restaurants hires On the Border CEO as president, chief concept officer

    Hiring Lyle Tick, who worked at beverage-heavy concepts like Buffalo Wild Wings, may signal a greater emphasis on BJ’s brewhouse roots.

    By • Sept. 3, 2024
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    Q&A // Meet the exec

    How Taco John’s CEO is developing a people-first culture

    Heather Neary, who joined the chain earlier this year, is developing a culture of communication as the restaurant grows beyond its Midwestern roots.

    By • Sept. 3, 2024
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    A look back at August’s frantic restaurant CEO switch-ups

    In four weeks, at least eight restaurant companies named new CEOs as sliding sales and declining traffic pushed brands to try turnarounds.

    By • Aug. 30, 2024
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    Investor sues Starbucks, alleging ‘false and misleading statements’

    The shareholder claims the company provided false information about its overall performance and growth potential outside of the U.S. Starbucks said the allegations are without merit.  

    By • Aug. 30, 2024
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    Chipotle moves up CFO start date

    Adam Rymer and Jack Hartung will start in their positions as CFO and president and chief strategy officer, respectively, on Oct. 1.

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Black Bear Diner appoints P.F. Chang’s vet as COO

    Art Kilmer brings decades of restaurant experience at P.F. Chang’s and Steak and Ale to his new position.

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Shake Shack to shutter 9 underperforming units

    The company identified locations in California, Ohio and Texas with poor returns, and that in some cases were cannibalizing sales of nearby restaurants.

    By • Aug. 28, 2024