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      Coronavirus Updates: What Restaurants Need to Know

      Stay up to date as the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the globe.

      Special Report | February 2021 | QSR Staff
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      Stay up to date as the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the globe.

      Week of April 26

      Shake Shack Wants Half its Leadership to be People of Color

      What to Know When Applying for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund

      Are Conveyor Belts Safe to Serve Up Restaurant Food?

      How Domino's Plans to Compete Against its 2020 Boom

      McDonald's Loyalty Program Gathering 'Overwhelming' Response

      Wingstop CEO: Labor Shortage, Inflation Won't Stop Growth

      Yum! is Rewriting History, but No 'Victory Dance' Just Yet

      Starbucks Sets Sights on 40 Million Rewards Members

      CAVA Receives $190 Million Investment to Fuel Expansion

      Bloomin’ Didn’t Furlough Employees During COVID, and Now It’s Reaping the Rewards

      Kent Taylor’s Legacy Ever Present as Texas Roadhouse Surges Ahead

      5 Reasons Why Restaurant Owners Need to Invest in Backup Generators

      Understanding Your Restaurant’s Technology Touchpoints

      Cheesecake Factory Sales Soar 220 Percent as Recovery Ignites

      Chili's Virtual Wings Concept Entering a New Growth Phase

      Why Restaurant Catering is Going to Make a Major Comeback

      Despite Bankruptcy, The Lost Cajun ‘Ain’t Going Nowhere’

      Applications for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to Open Monday

      Dunkin' is Reopening Thousands of Dining Rooms

      Why Quality Still Beats Quantity in the Fast-Food Space

      Happy Joe’s is Ready for its National Breakthrough

      If There’s One Industry That Can Beat COVID, It’s Restaurants

      Wall Street Vet Aims to Disrupt the Plant-Based Category

      How Immigration and Diversity are Affecting the Future of the Restaurant Industry

      3 Tips to Build a Stellar Restaurant Management Team

       

      Week of April 19

      Why Ziggi’s Coffee is One to Watch

      Will Your Drive-Thru Pass the 'Blindfold Test?'

      More New Restaurants are Opening Their Doors

      Subway Franchisees Demand Change in Open Letter

      BJ’s Wants to Hire More than 5,000 Workers

      How COVID Accelerated Tech Changes to the Restaurant Industry

      BJ’s Swiftly Approaching Pre-Pandemic Sales Volumes

      The Lost Cajun Declares Bankruptcy

      How Chipotle is Building a Digital Restaurant Empire

      Studio Movie Grill Enters Post-Bankruptcy Phase

      10 Ways Independent Restaurants Can Offset Minimum Wage Hikes

      Parent of Old Country Buffet and Ryan’s Declares Bankruptcy

      Is the Restaurant Industry Facing a Hiring Crisis?

      Where is the Restaurant Recovery Taking Place?

      Thanks to COVID, Digital Potential is Now Limitless for Restaurants

      More Restaurants are Paying Rent, Study Shows

      Restaurant Operators: Know What You’re Getting Into with Contactless Payments

      Dave & Buster’s Restaurant Fleet is Coming Back to Life

      The Critical Role of Employee Experience in Creating Loyal Diners

      Famous Dave’s Parent Actively Seeking Another Acquisition

      How One Butcher Shop’s Incubator Model Could Change the Game

      How COVID Clarified Fast Casual’s Past, Present, and Future

      How to Apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund

      Cousins Subs is Starting to Hit its Stride

      Is the Restaurant Industry Facing a Hiring Crisis?

       

      Week of April 12

      The Restaurant Recovery Kicks Into Gear

      Tip Credits, Tip Pooling, and Tip Sharing Could Get More Complicated and Risky

      Historic Colorado Concept Casa Bonita Files for Bankruptcy

      Why Restaurants Will Be Stronger in the Long Run

      Meatheads Burgers & Fries Files for Bankruptcy

      How Quick-Service Restaurants Can Profit from Great Service

      Inside the Bankruptcy Saga of Punch Bowl Social, a Chain Derailed by COVID

      Wingers is Charting a Post-Pandemic Growth Spurt

      Luckin Coffee Notches $250 Million Investment

      Under New Ownership, Duck Donuts Readies for Explosive Growth

      The Chicken Sandwich Wars Will Ignite Again in 2021

      Convenience Drives MOOYAH Into the Post-Pandemic Future

      Pay-at-the-Table Technology Pays Off for Restaurants

      McDonald’s Unveils New Global Standards to Prevent Harassment and Discrimination

      Taco Bell Unveils Fully Digital Location in Times Square

      Second Golden Corral Franchisee Declares Bankruptcy

      FSR's Next-Gen Casual Restaurant Brands

      Updating Your FDD—What to Consider

      Why Fazoli’s is One of the Pandemic’s Restaurant Winners

      McDonald’s, Subway, Exiting Walmart Stores

      How Raising Cane’s Was Built to Last

      One Surprising Way Restaurants Can Stop Wasting Energy and Food

      Iconic Italian Concept Del Posto Shuts Down for Good

      Path to Higher Profitability: How Restaurant Tech is Sparking Recovery

      What New Restaurant Tipping Regulations Could Mean for the Industry

      Next-Gen Brands: Agave & Rye Prepares for the Spotlight

      Why COVID Will Propel Mac’s Speed Shop to New Heights

      Next-Gen Brands: Big Bad Breakfast Braces for a Category Resurgence

      Next-Gen Brands: Ambitious Angry Crab Shack Forges Ahead

      Next-Gen Brands: Thirsty Lion Retools for the Future

      Next-Gen Brands: Ambitious Angry Crab Shack Forges Ahead

      Week of April 5

      The Restaurant Revitalization Fund: A Primer

      Chipotle's Debt-Free Degree Program Gets a Major Upgrade

      What Do Frontline Employees Want from Restaurants?

      Seven Brew Ready to ‘Disrupt Drive-Thru’ with Jimmy John’s Founder

      Panera Founder Helps PAR Technology Finance $500M Purchase of Loyalty Platform Punchh

      Restaurant Reset: Maximizing the Moment to Transform

      Roti to Close One-Third of Footprint

      Engage Restaurant Goers By Leveraging Out-of-Home Advertising

      California Could Lift All Restrictions in June

      13 Restaurant Chains That Defied the COVID Odds

      What Inspires Crisp & Green Founder Steele Smiley

      It’s Going to Take More than a Pandemic to Stop A&W

      Chef David Lee's Plant-Based Empire Preps for Growth

      Restaurants Race for Employees as Recovery Heats Up

      Why Health Food Franchises Will Take Off in 2021

      Starbucks Testing New Reusable Cup Program 

      Chipotle CEO's Pay Increased 137 Percent to $38 Million in 2020

      How Emerging Chains are Redefining the Restaurant of the Future

      Nimbus Kitchen Looks to Solve a Restaurant Industry Pain Point

      How One Pizza Chain is Accelerating Vaccinations Among its Workforce

      Future-Proofing Restaurant Security: A Key Goal For 2021

      Week of March 29

      Chick N Max Wants to Rule the ‘Better Chicken Sandwich’ Segment 

      Why 'Host Kitchens' are the Next Big COVID Trend

      How to Maximize Outside Legal Counsel to Drive Post-Pandemic Growth

      8 Ways the Plant-Based Movement is Coming to Life

      The Game is About to Change at Dave & Buster’s

      America Isn’t Ready to Unmask, At Least Not Yet

      Wingstop’s Sales Continue to Impress

      Whataburger Promotes General Managers, Raises Pay to Six Figures

      Where Does the Restaurant Industry Go from Here?

      How the Country’s Largest Restaurant Franchisee Made the Deal of a Lifetime

      Golden Corral is Building for the Next 100 Years

      How Health Will Feed Into Larger Food Trends in 2021

      Biden Signs Paycheck Protection Program Extension Into Law

      How Youth Sports Sponsorships Can Pay Off for Local Restaurants

      Pizza Hut Races Into the Drive-Thru Game

      Project Pollo Pioneers a New Model in the Plant-Based Segment

      Not Even COVID Could Stop Walk-On’s Remarkable Run

      Restaurant Marketing and COVID: Owning the Social Conversation

      Famous Dave’s Witnesses a Boom in Sales 

      A Year After COVID, First Watch Sees More Promise Than Ever

      The Paycheck Protection Program Remains a Restaurant Lifeline

      How Reviews are Transforming Restaurant Marketing

      Is Enough Help on the Way for Restaurants?

      Week of March 22

      Cicis is Initiating a Renewed Turnaround Strategy

      Darden's Sales are Growing in a Big Way

      6 Ways to Deliver an Innovative Off-Premises Experience

      This Better-Burger Bar Has Become an Off-Premises Believer

      Using Twitter to Learn What Customers Want

      Wayback Burgers Proves It Can Win in Any Environment

      Starbucks Wants to Cut Water Usage in Half by 2030

      'Top Chef' Alum Tiffany Derry Rises to the Occasion

      How Restaurants Can Protect Workers, Guests, and Brands as Hiring Ramps Up

      Jimmy John's Founder Invests in Emerging Coffee Chain

      Food Safety Tips for Restaurants Buying Local Ingredients

      Taco Bell Fuels Pipeline with Multiple 'Restaurant of the Future' Designs

      SBA Official: $28.6 Billion in Restaurant Aid to Come in Next 30 Days

      Using Intuitive E-Commerce to Create an Easier User Experience

      Chipotle Invests in Self-Driving Cars

      Olive Garden Parent is Giving Employees a Pay Raise

      Committing to Fostering Female Leadership

      Department of Labor Allows New Tip-Pooling Rules to Go Into Effect

      75 Percent of NYC Restaurants Saw Revenue Drop by 50 Percent or More in 2020

      Chili's Virtual Wing Brand Adds Takeout with Google

      What it Takes to Evolve a Beverage Program

      5 Keys to Driving Growth in a Post-Pandemic World

      Hooters' Fast Casual Hits its Stride

      JINYA Creates New Growth Vehicle to Meet COVID Times

      3 Foolproof Tips to Instantly Improve Your Smartphone Food Photography

      How a Cult-Favorite Burger Chain Rolled Out a $15 Minimum Wage

      Week of March 15

      Why You Should Never Stop Learning

      What Quick-Serves Need to Know About Ensuring Food Safety

      Shake Shack Unveils Nationwide Delivery Service

      How to Increase Throughput at Your Quick-Service Restaurant

      &pizza Co-Founder Leads New Special Acquisition Company

      Potbelly Will Be Ready for the Restaurant Rebound

      CiCis Pizza Emerges from Bankruptcy with New Game Plan

      Torchy’s Tacos Moves Closer to Potential IPO

      Subway to Move Some of its Business to Miami

      Coronavirus a Year Later: 12 Restaurant Leaders Look Back

      Delivering to a Post-Pandemic Restaurant Customer

      Smoothie King Franchisee Overcomes Tragedy, Rejection to Reach His Dream

      Sweetgreen’s Former COO is Connecting Restaurateurs with Mentors in Crisis Times

      STK and Kona Grill Brace for a Dine-In Resurgence

      Basketball Legend Tracy McGrady Enters the Restaurant Industry

      J. Alexander’s Inches Closer to Normal Sales Levels

      The 10 Lasting Restaurant Lessons of COVID-19

      Hidden Sources of Gluten in Your Restaurant Kitchen

      Week of March 8

      Restaurant Revitalization Fund ‘Amazing Step,’ But Work Remains

      Buffalo Wild Wings is About to Change the Sports-Betting Experience

      3 Reasons Why Minimum Wage Hikes Will Drive Labor Management Modernization

      The Keys to Taking Your Best Restaurant Dishes Off-Site

      DOL Wants to Rescind ‘Unduly Narrow’ Joint-Employer Rule

      Saladworks Parent Acquires The Simple Greek

      By Chloe Will Continue Operations, but Under a Different Name

      El Pollo Loco on Brink of Major Growth Phase

      Red Robin is Launching Three Virtual Brands

      5 Lessons Learned Helping People Land Restaurant Jobs in a Pandemic

      Sonic Drive-In Finds the Fast Lane During COVID-19

      $28.6 Billion in Federal Aid is Coming to Restaurants

      Iron Hill Brewery Charges Forward Out of COVID-19

      Lawsuit: Panda Express Workers Forced to Strip ‘Almost Naked’ at Self-Help Seminar

      How COVID-19 Saved This NYC Fast Casual

      Del Taco Unveils Next Chapter of its Digital Story

      Zaxby's is Playing to Win the Chicken Sandwich Wars

      The Real Costs of Running a Successful Restaurant

      Cali Comfort Unlocks the Potential of Digital Hospitality

      Back to ‘Normal:' How Vaccine Rollouts Will Impact Quick-Service Traffic

      Guests Will Pay Twice as Much to Eat at Clean Restaurants

      What Your Restaurant Needs in its Sexual Harassment Policy

      Ruth’s Chris Dining Rooms Reach New Pandemic Highs

      How Can Restaurants Ensure Safety as They Reopen?

      The Evolution of the Next Emerging Wing Chain

      Restaurant Marketing in Unprecedented Times

      A New Era Arrives at Quiznos

      Senate Passes COVID-19 Bill with More Restaurant Funding

       

      Week of March 1

      Restaurants Gain 286,000 Jobs in February

      The Future is Now for New Restaurant Design

      How COVID-19 Forever Changed the Restaurant Industry

      Food and Menu Trends that Helped Restaurants Survive COVID-19

      Red Robin Readies for a Post-Pandemic Boom

      Why Sam Fox Isn't Giving Up on Casual Dining

      Former Sonic and Dunkin’ Execs Form New Acquisition Company

      Freddy’s Acquired by Thompson Street Capital Partners

      The Story at Wendy’s is Still About Breakfast

      Why Restaurant Mobile Technology is Here to Stay

      How Playa Bowls Stayed Unshakeable During COVID-19

      How Captain D’s is ‘Democratizing’ the Seafood Category

      Why Restaurants Need Federal Aid, and Sooner than Later

      How to Capitalize on Online Orders During Sporting Events

      Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Declares Bankruptcy

      Restaurants After COVID: How to Navigate the Digital Future

      The ‘Restaurant Renaissance’ is Coming, and Applebee’s Will Be Ready

      How Barcelona Wine Bar Built a New Business During the Pandemic

      IHOP’s Fast Casual Journey Will Reignite in 2021

      McDonald’s to Conduct Workplace Review after Sexual Harassment Allegations

      Texas Lifts Capacity Restrictions and Mask Mandate

      Chipotle Agrees to Pay $15 Million in Back Pay for Overtime Hours

      The Steak ‘n Shake of Old is Gone

      COVID-19 Restaurant Changes That Aren’t Going Anywhere

      Introducing Jimmy John’s New Brand Identity

      Thirsty Lion Roars Into Future with Online Food Hall

      Post-Pandemic Food Trends: A Swing Back to Exploration

      House Passes $1.9 Trillion Relief Bill, Including Direct Restaurant Aid

      Week of February 22

      Reenergized Noodles & Company Sets Sights on 1,500 Locations

      Shake Shack Leverages Digital to Navigate COVID, and Mother Nature

      The Third-Party Delivery Reckoning

      Minimum Wage Increase to Get Cut from COVID Relief Bill

      As Third-Party Delivery Looks for Answers, Domino’s in ‘Good Spot’

      Papa John’s Envisions ‘Historical Levels’ of Growth in 2021

      Xperience Restaurant Group Didn’t Let COVID-19 Change its Brand

      Ruby Tuesday Emerges from Bankruptcy 'a Healthier Company'

      Cracker Barrel Will Begin Testing Chicken and Biscuits Virtual Brand

      How Will the Restaurant Industry Adapt to Reopening Requirements?

      10 Ways to Boost Your Restaurant's Reputation

      Bankrupt By Chloe Selects Stalking Horse Bidder

      Digital Disruption and Customer Experience Take Center Stage in 2021

      Biden Changes Paycheck Protection Program to Aid Small Businesses

      Menu Reengineering: A Vital Strategy to Achieve Optimization

      What Inspires Luna Grill's Maria Pourteymour

      Who’s Really Winning the Chicken Sandwich Wars?

      Bennigan’s Takes COVID’s Punches and Comes Back Swinging

      Celebrity’s Wants to Magnify the Soul Food Category

      Where to Turn for Menu Innovation? Try Getting Creative with Sides

      Employee Retention Tax Credit: The No. 1 Relief Option Restaurants are Missing

      Surging Olo Files for $100 Million IPO

      Steak ‘n Shake Avoids Bankruptcy, Accuses Lender of Takeover Attempt

      How Will the Restaurant Industry Adapt to Reopening Requirements?

      Biden Changes Paycheck Protection Program to Aid Small Businesses

      Week of February 15

      Texas Roadhouse is Fine-Tuning Jaggers, a Franchise-Ready Fast Casual

      Outback Steakhouse Owner's Chicken-Tender Brand Goes National

      2021 Restaurant Mandate: Make It Easier, Make It Safer

      Ghost Kitchens: A New Era of Restaurants

      Jack in the Box Gears Up for Major Growth Phase

      Fast-Casual Franchise Bets Big on Crepes

      70-Unit Jack in the Box Franchisee Files Bankruptcy

      7 Years After Shark Tank, Cinnaholic Set for Rapid Growth

      Cheesecake Factory Restaurants are Making $5M Per Year on Just Takeout and Delivery

      For Denny’s, ‘More and More Appetite’ to Get Back to 24/7 Service

      How Has COVID-19 Accelerated Dining Trends?

      McDonald’s Wants to Increase its Leadership Diversity

      After Sizzling Year, Wingstop Won’t Let Up in 2021

      The Role of Private Equity in a Post-COVID Landscape

      Burger King to Enter Chicken Sandwich Wars, Two Years in the Making

      Dining and Entertainment: Where Do We Go From Here?

      Glory Days Grill Fights the COVID-19 Battle on Multiple Fronts

      Black Former MLB Player Accuses McDonald’s of Racial Discrimination

      Applebee’s Launches a Cheetos-Inspired Wings Brand

      Over 90 Percent of NYC Restaurants Couldn’t Afford Rent in December

      Restaurants Warn Fast-Tracked Wage Increase Would Cost Jobs, Stall Recovery

      Pandemic-Era Restaurant Habits That Will Outlast COVID-19

      Stumped by COVID-19, Food Halls Find Refuge in Virtual Spaces

      Building a Winning Restaurant in Today’s Digital Reality

      How to Control Your Restaurant's Narrative During COVID-19

      Coffee and Tea Trends to Consider for 2021

      teak ‘n Shake Could Soon Declare Bankruptcy, Per Report

      Week of February 8

      Judge Approves Ruby Tuesday’s Bankruptcy Plan

      Burger King's Next Act: Value You Can Count On

      Checkers & Rally's Rolls Into the Future with New Look and Momentum

      Valentine’s Day Digital Marketing Tips to Drive More Holiday Diners

      How Virtual Brands Saved This Fast Casual in 2020

      Long John Silver’s Steadies the Ship Amid Choppy Waters

      Acceleration to Digital: Why Technology is Crucial for Restaurants in 2021

      Game-Changing Tech Innovations for Restaurants: Back of House

      New Platforms Try to Crash Delivery's Third-Party Dominance

      How 2020 Will Influence Digital Ordering Trends

      Menu Innovation Hasn’t Missed a Beat at Noodles & Company

      Burger King Testing New Loyalty Program

      Arby's Owner Roark Capital Intends to Raise Another $5 Billion

      $15 Minimum Wage Would Cost 1.4 Million Jobs, Report Predicts

      J. Alexander's Hopes to Finish Evaluation of Strategic Alternatives This Year

      DoorDash to Provide Discounted Rapid COVID Tests to Independents

      The New Online Ordering Revolution of 2021

      Running a Business on Takeout? It Was Nothing New for Some Restaurants

      Full-Service Breakfast Isn't Confined to Dine-In Anymore

      Inside One Fast Casual's Explosive New Growth Strategy

      Union Square Hospitality CEO Danny Meyer Creates Acquisition Company

      The No. 1 Cause of Bad Food Photography

      3 Ways Restaurant Franchisees are Confronting COVID Challenges

      Cracker Barrel’s Revitalized Menu Marries Tradition and Innovation

      Mighty Quinn’s Helps a NYC Eatery Stay Alive

      Week of February 1

      If Minimum Wage Goes Up, So Will Menu Prices, Restaurants Say

      Luckin Coffee Files for Bankruptcy

      Bolay Builds a Brand on Entrepreneurial Spirit and Family

      There’s Always Room for Another Great Restaurant

      Pizza Hut Speeds to a More Future-Ready Restaurant Chain

      Restaurants in 2021: Technology and Hospitality Search for Balance

      Chris Pappas Steps Down as Luby's CEO

      Fast Casual Dig Looking to Raise Growth Funding

      A Casual Chain Embraces the Pandemic’s Service Shakeup

      Democrats Sidestep $15 Minimum Wage Controversy

      Pizza Inn Sees Improving Sales Amid Hectic Environment

      Rise of Cold Brew Paves the Way for Better Coffee Cocktails

      How Will Restaurants Approach Employee Vaccinations?

      Chipotle, Drive Thru, and the Path to 6,000 Restaurants

      Why Your Restaurant Should Open a Ghost Kitchen ... Now!

      The Great Global Reset is Happening for Restaurants

      Restaurants in 2021: Takeout and Delivery is Now Essential to Customers

      How One NYC Café Plans to Turn Customers Into Owners

      New York Restaurant Workers Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine

      For Brewer Marcus Baskerville, Social Justice Is On Tap

      Democratic Leaders Propose $25 Billion for Restaurants

      Report: Fast Casual Dig Attempting to Raise Rescue Financing

      McDonald’s Allowed to Continue Lawsuit Against Former CEO

      McDonald’s Will Pay Company Employees to Receive COVID Vaccine

      Former IHOP and Applebee’s CEO Joins New Acquisition Company

      Landry’s to Merge with FAST Acquisition Corp., Become Public Company

      Where Breakfast Goes From Here for Restaurants

      FSR's Rising Restaurant Stars: These 29 Innovators Dared the Impossible in 2020

      Chef Paola Velez, The Baker on a Mission

      Week of January 25

      McDonald’s Stays the Course Through COVID’s Ups and Downs

      What Lies Ahead for Restaurant Franchising

      NYC Could Open Indoor Dining on Valentine’s Day

      7 Ways to Turn Your Takeout Into a Dining Experience

      Starbucks' 'Future Drive-Thru Concept' is Coming

      BurgerFi Rides Digital Momentum into 2021

      With Its People, MOD Practices What It Preaches

      How Wendy’s Got People Talking About Breakfast in a Pandemic

      Starbucks Exec Roz Brewer to Leave Company, Become Walgreens CEO

      A Surprising Thing I Learned from Visiting My Franchises in 2020

      Chili’s Virtual Wings Concept is Expanding Beyond Delivery

      Bartaco’s Whole-Team Approach to COVID Survival

      Restaurants in 2021: $240 Billion in Sales Gone, Yet Hope Emerges

      CiCi’s Pizza Declares Bankruptcy

      The Restaurant of the Future 6.0: Differentiation for a Brighter 2021

      Is Your Restaurant Brand Prepared for Private Equity?

      Uber Lays Off 185 Postmates Employees

      Godiva to Close or Sell All 128 U.S. Locations

      Velvet Taco Aims to Disrupt the Fast-Casual Taco Space

      With Its People, MOD Practices What It Preaches

      Red Lobster Completes Debt Refinancing

      Democrats Introduce $15 Federal Minimum Wage Bill

      Darden Will Pay Employees to Get Vaccinated

      Taco Concept Agave & Rye Fulfilling its ‘Magical’ Potential

      Blended Solutions for Protein Cost-Cutting: Plant Power, Sauces, and Signature Condiments

      7 Ascending Restaurant Groups to Watch in 2021

      New Year Brings Fresh Hope for BJ’s Restaurants

      Introducing Ke’nekt, the Eatertainment Concept of the Future

      Week of January 18

      Can the Mid-Priced Restaurant Survive COVID-19?

      Gift Cards as An Effective Marketing Strategy for Restaurants

      Friendly's Restaurants Sold to Amici Partners Group

      Herbs and Spices Can Be a Gateway for Menu Innovation

      Has Congress Failed Independent Restaurants?

      Fogo de Chão Charts a ‘Journey Back to Joy’

      What MrBeast’s Restaurant Success Tells Us About the Future

      McAlister’s Deli Finds the COVID Silver Lining

      Making Drive-Thru Service Safer During COVID-19

      Red Robin, Bartaco Vets Hunt for the Next Public Market Star

      Starbucks to Assist with Washington’s Vaccination Rollout

      Life After Coronavirus: 4 Ways Restaurants Can Prepare

      New Tech Tools Blur the Service Lines for Restaurants

      Picturing the 2021 Restaurant Technology Landscape

      Week of January 11

      STK, Kona Grill Prove ‘Vibe Dining’ Can Live On During Pandemic

      Biden’s $1.9 Trillion Relief Plan Includes $15 Minimum Wage

      Checkers & Rally’s Turnaround Shifts Into High Gear

      How McDonald’s Supported Employees During the COVID-19 Pandemic

      The Next Evolution of El Pollo Loco Has Arrived

      Will Burger King’s Massive Rebrand Pay Off?

      What Inspires Honeygrow Founder Justin Rosenberg

      Why Now Is the Time to Trim Your Menu

      New York Opens Indoor Dining to More Areas

      Sonny’s BBQ CEO: What We Learned from 2020, and Why it Matters

      Domino’s Wants to Become the ‘Dominant No. 1’ Pizza Brand

      As Biden Prepares to Take Office, the Minimum Wage Battle Returns

      Dave & Buster’s Continues to Weather a Tough Winter 

      Shake Shack is Sprinting to Digital Supremacy

      Why The Hummus & Pita Co. is One to Watch

      Why Capriotti’s Wing Zone Blockbuster Will Boost Both Brands

      Checkers Gets $20 Million Injection to Ignite 'Aggressive Growth'

      How FOCUS Brands Doubled Down on Digital During COVID-19

      Starbucks Creates $100 Million Fund to Support Minority Development Projects

      How Restaurants Can Use a Customer Data Platform to Increase Revenue

      Why Red Robin’s ‘Moments of Connection’ Will Endure After COVID

      Denny’s is Entering the Virtual Brand Wars

      Darden CEO: Curbside Will Be Faster than Drive-Thru

      Weeks of December 28–January 4

      Why Are Virtual Kitchens Increasing in Popularity?

      How Contactless Tech is Serving Up a New Future for Restaurateurs 

      4 Post-Pandemic Lessons from the Great Recession

      Schlotzsky’s Drive Thru Enters the Future

      Starbucks CFO Pat Grismer to Retire

      KFC Launches 'Best Chicken Sandwich Ever'

      Burger King Unveils First Complete Rebrand in Over 20 Years

      Shipley Do-Nuts Acquired by Peak Rock Capital

      Modern Market is Executing its Digital Master Plan

      Del Taco Drops 'Fresh Flex' Prototype Designed to Grow

      With COVID Cases Surging, Restaurants Must Keep Delivery Top of Mind

      Wendy’s, Flynn Restaurant Group Reach Agreement on NPC Assets

      Chef Karen Akunowicz Keeps Pivoting, and Making Pasta

      Restaurant Workers in D.C. to Receive Vaccine in February

      Pizza Inn Parent Receives Second Delisting Notice

      Why 1,000 Restaurants Isn’t a Pipe Dream for Texas Roadhouse

      McDonald’s to Roll Out New Chicken Sandwiches in February

      Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop to Acquire Wing Zone

      Why Papa John’s Was 2020’s Most Transformational Brand

      How Subscription Services are Helping Revive Restaurants

      Why Restaurants Shouldn’t Give Up on Gift Cards in 2020

      Hooters is Ready to Disrupt the Fast-Casual Segment

      How Franchisors Can Stimulate Growth and Help Owners Navigate Lending

      4 Ways Fast-Casual Pizza Chains Can Rise Above COVID-19

      Huddle House Has Arrived to the Off-Premises Revolution

      Are Customers Going Back to Beer Basics?

      For Denny’s, Diversity is About More than Checking Boxes

      DOL Eliminates 80/20 Rule, Opens Tip Pooling to More Workers

      10 of the Biggest Restaurant Stories of 2020

      Understanding the Importance of Restaurant Delegation

      Week of December 21

      Why 2021 Will Be the Year of Local Digital Marketing for Restaurants

      Front Burner Evolves to Flex its Innovative Muscles

      Burger King to Offer New Dollar Menu

      Saladworks Buys Garbanzo and Frutta Bowls to Form New Company

      15 Messages of Hope from Restaurant Leaders

      What’s in the $900 Billion Stimulus for Restaurants?

      Iconic Boston Brand Legal Sea Foods Sold to PPX Hospitality Brands

      Punch Bowl Social Files for Bankruptcy

      Driving Full-Service Restaurant Traffic with Gift Cards

      Applebee’s, IHOP CFO Thomas Song Resigns

      Federal Government Says Employers Can Mandate COVID Vaccinations

      Darden Won’t Let COVID-19 Change What Matters Most

      7 Year-End Tax Tips for Restaurants

      During COVID, Restaurants Need to Find Their ‘Why’

      The OG in Chicken Fingers is Ready for the Spotlight

      New COVID-19 Relief Bill Promises More PPP for Restaurants

      Week of December 14

      8 Restaurant Experts Predict 2021 Trends

      Moving Beyond COVID: 3 Ways to Accelerate Innovation

      QSR’s Breakout Brand of 2020: BurgerFi Skyrockets to Wall Street

      How to Best Avoid Restaurant Insurance Pitfalls

      Subway Steps Up to the Curb

      Luckin Coffee Agrees to Pay $180 Million Fine for Fraud Scandal

      Snooze Notches Minority Investment from Brentwood Associates

      How Mellow Mushroom Powered Customer Engagement During COVID-19

      Luby’s Refranchises 13 of 24 Fuddruckers Locations

      How Cava is Using Technology to Enhance the Human Experience

      Restaurants and Third-Party Delivery Companies Come to Terms

      Sweetgreen the Latest to Add a Drive-Thru Prototype

      Restaurant Outlook for 2021: Uneven Recovery, but Better Days Ahead

      C3 Acquires Speciality’s Café & Bakery Stores to Launch EllaMia Brand

      5 Technologies Accelerating for Full-Service Restaurants in 2021

      Chili’s Sees Dip in Sales as Pandemic Restrictions Tighten

      Inspire Closes Dunkin’ Deal, Becomes America’s 2nd-Largest Restaurant Company

      For 13 Years, Nothing Has Stopped the Esendemir Sisters and Flatbread Grill

      Fast Casual By Chloe Files for Bankruptcy

      Domino's to Spend Over $9.6 Million on Frontline Worker Bonuses

      Why Red Robin Will Help Donatos Pizza Take Flight

      How Technology is Being Served at a Fast-Food Restaurant Near You

      J. Alexander’s Faces Tough Test as COVID Restrictions Increase

      Preparing Local Restaurants for a Challenging New Year

      157-Year-Old Cliff House to Shut Down Permanently on December 31

      Week of December 7

      The Importance of Walking a Mile in Your Employees' Shoes

      Little Caesars’ COVID Success Could Lead to Growth Boom

      New York City to Halt Indoor Dining on Monday

      Jon Taffer Wants to Start a Casual-Dining Revolution

      Things Will Get Worse for Dave & Buster’s Before They Get Better

      Did Congress Develop a Vaccine for Restaurants in the Bankruptcy Code?

      When it’s Time to Sell Your Restaurant

      How Sam Nazarian's C3 is Unleashing the Future of Restaurants

      Starbucks Says it Will Have 55,000 Locations by 2030

      Wendy’s, Flynn Restaurant Group Head to Mediation over NPC International Sale

      Kat Cole to Leave Focus Brands by End of Year

      DoorDash Posts $39 Billion Market Value

      Gift Card Giving to Drive Restaurants’ 2020 Holiday Season

      5 Ways Coronavirus Changed My Restaurant for the Better

      Texas Roadhouse’s Pandemic Response Was Always About its People

      Why Advanced Tech for Restaurant Employee Safety is Here to Stay

      After Sales Dropped 86 Percent Overnight, How One Restaurateur Adapted to Survive

      Quality Initiatives for Restaurants: 4 Industry Trends to Focus On

      The 2021 Restaurant Buyer’s Guide

      Toasted Yolk Strives for Normalcy During Chaotic Times

      McDonald’s Invests in Clean Energy that Could Power 8,000 Restaurants

      How Church’s Protected Brand Standards During a Pandemic

      Juice It Up!'s Refresh Takes a Social Approach

      ZaLat Pizza's 'Romantic Mission' Kicks Into Gear

      10,000 More Restaurants Have Closed in Three Months

      How to Hire a Good Restaurant Manager

      Wienerschnitzel’s Drive Thru Rewrites the Record Books

      Blue Star Donuts Pivots to Off-Premises in Wake of Bankruptcy

      Making it Through the Winter, from the Perspective of a Restaurant Owner

      Woody’s Bar-B-Q Leverages 40-year Legacy to Combat Pandemic 

      Week of November 30

      Restaurant Industry Loses Jobs for First Time Since April 

      How to Become a Top 10 Global Brand

      With Technology and COVID-19, it’s How, Not If for Restaurants

      Cheesecake Factory Ordered to Pay $125K for Misleading Investors 

      As Winter Arrives, Welcome to Restaurant Purgatory

      Cracker Barrel CEO: ‘Too Much Noise’ to Predict the Future

      California Nears In-Person Dining Ban

      L.A. Judge Asks to See Evidence for Outdoor Dining Ban

      7 Ways Restaurants Can Use QR Codes

      With Technology and COVID-19, it’s How, Not If for Restaurants

      The Secrets to Wingstop’s Tech Mastery

      3 New Restaurant Tech Innovations COVID-19 Accelerated

      14 Restaurants Giving Virtual Brands a Shot

      Chipotle Plots Drive-Thru Only Restaurants as Digital Soars

      El Pollo Loco Unveils Evolved Concept to Compete in COVID World

      What Will the Fast-Food Experience Look Like in 2021?

      The Power of Culture to Pull Your Brand Through Crisis

      What Recovering Markets Tell Us About the Future of Full-Service Dining

      Bipartisan Leaders Offer $908B Stimulus Without Direct Aid to Restaurants

      With Last-Minute Trump Rule, Restaurants Could Pay Less to Tipped Workers

      How Independent Restaurants Can Stay Competitive Going into 2021

      NPC International Cancels Auction for Wendy’s and Pizza Hut Assets

      The Current and Future State of Rideshare Fast-Food Advertising

      Former Burger King Franchisees Inject Life into Fosters Freeze

      How Being 'Intentionally Agile' is Boosting Wingstop

      Charleys Philly Steak Parent Preps for Breakout Year

      DoorDash to Pay $2.5 Million to Settle Lawsuit over Tipping Policy

      How Quick-Service Chains Can Win at Mobile Order Ahead this Winter

      How Independent Restaurants Can Stay Competitive Going into 2021

      With Last-Minute Trump Rule, Restaurants Could Pay Less to Tipped Workers

      An Inside Look: Preparing Restaurants for the Road Ahead

      Goodbye ‘New Normal.’ These Restaurant Trends Will Change Everything (Again)

      Bad Daddy’s Gets Into Chicken Game as Sales Bounce Back

      How to Evolve Your Restaurant’s Brand Messaging for a COVID-19 World

      Week. of November 23

      4 Delivery Menu Trends to Follow During COVID-19

      Restaurants Battle for Digital Supremacy as COVID Rages On

      New Considerations for Catering During COVID-19

      Why a Digital Hiring Mindset Can Attract the Best Talent

      What Inspires Papa John's Chief People and Diversity Officer Marvin Boakye

      Chef Erik Bruner-Yang's 'Power of 10' Feeds Communities

      40 Years and a Pandemic Later, Native Grill & Wings is More Relevant than Ever

      Running List of States Reshutting Dine-In Service Due to COVID-19 Spikes

      Ruby Tuesday Moves Forward with Sales Process

      Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group Closes Dining Rooms

      With Capacity on the Decline, Restaurants Need to Control Speed and Efficiency

      Zaxby’s Dream of Going National Comes Calling

      How a Startup Ice Cream Franchise Re-Created Its Experience

      Torchy’s Tallies $400 Million Investment to Spark Growth

      Optimizing Your Restaurant for the Takeout Boom

      Smashburger’s Long-Term Play is a Digital Transformation

      How National Chains Can Make Local Waves During COVID

      Week of November 16

      Robert Thompson is Cooking Up More Restaurant Concepts

      The Restaurant of the Future 5.0: 10 Emerging New Revenue Streams

      Nonalcoholic Cocktails Change the ‘Drinking-Out’ Experience

      How Restaurants Can Hook Holiday Shoppers, Even During COVID-19

      California Shuts Down Indoor Dining Across Most of the State

      Applebee's, IHOP Name John Peyton New CEO

      Lettuce Entertain You Gives Notice of More than 1,000 Layoffs

      Main Event Launches Virtual Experiences Platform

      As Locations Close, Rave Keeps Focus Long-Term

      Sbarro’s Comeback Centers on the Impulse Pizza Buyer

      Jack in the Box CEO: Franchisees Energized and Prepared to Grow

      Wendy’s Objects to Flynn Restaurant Group’s Bid for NPC

      COVID-19 Accelerates an Age of Automation for Restaurants

      Starbucks Plans Pay Raises for All Employees

      Wendy’s Submits Bid For Bankrupt NPC International Locations

      Zaxby's Sells 'Significant' Stake to Goldman Sachs

      How COVID-19 Made One Emerging Fast Casual Stronger

      Check Out KFC’s Next-Generation Restaurant

      Luby’s Stockholders Approve Liquidation Plan

      Association CEO: Restaurants ‘Convenient Scapegoat’ for Shutdowns

      More Former Black Operators Accuse McDonald’s of Discrimination

      7 Reasons to Invest in Good Coffee

      Restaurant Owners Need a Structured Plan to Endure Crisis

      Multiple States Close Indoor Dining as COVID Spikes

      How Wingstop Became a 'Category of One'

       

      Week of November 9

      51-Year Legacy Inspires Expansion at Bob & Edith’s Diner

      Is The Restaurant of the Future Already Here?

      DoorDash Files Initial Public Offering

      Going Beyond Brick and Mortar During the Pandemic

      Moe’s Leverages Innovative Tech to Grow Consumer Base

      10 Food Trends for 2021 Already on Restaurants’ Minds

      The Restaurant Rent Crisis Continues

      Digital Marketing Trends in the Restaurant Industry

      A Soul Food Chain Plans National Takeover

      New York Sets Curfew for Restaurants

      Lazy Dog Joins the Virtual Wing Wars with Jolene’s

      Jack in the Box and its Franchise Association Reach Settlement

      Why Restaurant M&A and Bankruptcies are Just Getting Started

      Chipotle to Unleash Digital-Only Restaurants

      Steak ‘n Shake Has Permanently Shut 82 Restaurants This Year

      Famous Dave’s Continues to Master the Off-Premises Game

      San Francisco Rolls Back Reopening of Dining Rooms

      BurgerFi is Witnessing a Delivery Explosion

      What Biden’s Win Could Mean for Restaurant Labor

      Out of Crisis, a New Day Dawns for McDonald’s

      Pollo Tropical, Taco Cabana Throw Weight Behind Drive Thru

      Kona Grill, STK Optimize Store Layouts in Face of Restrictions

      Chuy's Reassures Guests That Its Value and Convenience Remains

      Applebee's Franchisee Requests Dismissal of Bankruptcy

      Week of November 2

      Potbelly Cements its Turnaround Playbook

      Why Restaurants Should Serve Up Career Advancement Opportunities

      Chick-fil-A Gets Modular with Restaurant Construction

      Taco Bell Operator Submits $816 Million Bid for NPC International

      Red Robin’s ‘Inflection Point’ Signals More Pizza

      Wendy's Considers Drive-Thru-Only Restaurants

      The Era of Small-Box Restaurants Has Arrived

      Papa John’s Building a Foundation from Pandemic Breakthrough

      The Rise of Ghost Kitchens and the Impact on Contactless Delivery

      Restaurants Brace for Winter in a COVID Climate

      5 Tips to Make Your Restaurant’s Exterior More Attractive

      Biscuit Belly Plots its Rise in the Breakfast Category

      REEF Raises $700 Million to Transform Parking Lots

      Nathan's Has a Plan to Save Independent Restaurants

      Rideshare: A Premium OOH Opportunity for Restaurants?

      Vacated Restaurants Could Spark a Real Estate Boon

      Can a Delivery App Actually Support Restaurants?

      Ruth’s Chris Displays Agility in Face of Uncertainty

      Wendy’s Considers Bid for NPC’s Bankrupt Stores

      The 2020 Applied Tech Awards

      Wingstop’s Surge Fuels Ever-Expanding Global Footprint

      How Tropical Smoothie Became One of COVID’s Success Stories

      A Barbecue Legend Expands During the Pandemic

      Inspire Brands to Acquire Dunkin' in $11.3 Billion Blockbuster

      Friendly’s Files Bankruptcy to Facilitate $2 Million Sale

      Noodles & Company and Delivery: A Benefit and a Burden

      Week of October 26

      El Pollo Lays Out Its Plan for a Digital Future

      Corner Bakery Sold to Boston Market Owner

      Starbucks to Close 800 Stores as it Readies for the Future

      Shake Shack’s Growth Refuses to Take a Back Seat to COVID

      Cheesecake Factory Prepares to Close RockSugar

      California Pizza Kitchen Reduces Debt as it Emerges from Bankruptcy

      Opening Restaurants During a Pandemic—It Can Be Done

      Pizza Hut Takes Leap Toward ‘Healthier Global Estate’

      Dunkin’ Mum on Potential Sale, Big on Progress

      IHOP’s Growth Hits a COVID-19 Roadblock

      Texas Roadhouse Conquers Its ‘Biggest Challenge Ever’

      Chili’s is Learning How to Unleash It’s Just Wings

      The Future Arrives Fast at Famous Dave’s

      Steak 48 Redesigns Upscale Dining for COVID Times

      How New Tech Can Counter the Latest COVID Fears

      Bankrupt HopCat Parent Bought for $17.5 Million

      With Digital Surging, Panera Joins the Pizza Category

      Chicago Closes Indoor Dining as COVID Spikes Across the State

      Denny’s Seeks a Return to its Late-Night Prowess

      Restaurants Find Pandemic Stability with Produce

      Burger King Owner to Modernize 10,000 Drive Thrus

      End of the Chicken Sandwich Wars? Not So Fast, Zaxby’s Says

      Mobile Technology Satisfies Restaurant Customers' Cravings for Safety

      COVID-19 Sends Studio Movie Grill Into Bankruptcy

      Pandemic Report: Olive Garden, Texas Roadhouse Have the Most Satisfied Guests

      6 Things You Need to Know When Buying Restaurant Insurance

      Eureka Creates an End-to-End Contactless Dining Experience

      Rubio’s Coastal Grill Files for Bankruptcy

      Inspire Brands, Dunkin' Discuss Potential $8.8 Billion Deal

      Sweetgreen to Cut Corporate Staff by 20 Percent Due to COVID Pressures

      Cracker Barrel Says Sardar Biglari Lacks Credibility

      Week of October 19

      McDonald’s Denies Racial Allegations Made by Black Former Operators

      Outback Gets Ready to Unleash New Growth Brands

      Saving the Planet, One Menu Item at a Time

      CAO Bakery & Café to Inject Industry with Cuban-American Flavor

      How the Restaurant Industry Can Rebuild Trust in a Post-COVID World

      BJ'S Prepares for the Cold Reality of a COVID Winter

      Chipotle’s Digital Business Fast Approaches $2.5 Billion

      5 Tips for Creating a Budget for Your Restaurant

      The Restaurant of the Future 4.0: Hybrid Concepts Emerge from COVID Solutions

      New Restaurants are Starting to Open in the Pandemic

      How Hotel Restaurants are Climbing Back from COVID-19

      Effective Risk Mitigation Strategies for Restaurants

      McDonald's Happy Meals are Still Getting Healthier

      The Updated Guide to Running a Safe Restaurant During COVID-19

      The Trust Economy, and the Future of Restaurant Marketing

      Buffet Concept Country Cookin Closes Permanently Due to COVID

      Inside Bar Louie’s Emergence from Bankruptcy and $82.5M Sale

      Peace in Chicken Sandwich Wars? One Brand Hopes So

      Grow Your Restaurant by Establishing a Winning Menu Strategy

      25-Unit Applebee’s Franchisee Files for Bankruptcy

      Another Broken Egg Regains its Pre-COVID Momentum

      How Restaurants Can Approach an Exit Strategy

      Should Restaurants Charge More During COVID-19?

      How Shake Shack Leveraged IGTV to Reach Customers

      From Virtual Brands to Delivery, How Dog Haus Solved COVID Challenges

      Walk-On’s Fortifies Growth Strategy with 10 Point Capital Investment

      Week of October 12

      With Winter Approaching, It’s Time to Figure Out Delivery

      Another Growth-Ready Chicken Franchise Enters the Ring

      Starbucks Outlines Initiatives to Improve Diversity

      Increase the Frequency of Online Orders with These 4 Simple Tactics

      Milwaukee Bucks Score with New Chicken Tender Ghost Kitchen

      Restaurants, Down $200 Billion Already, Prepare for Election Fallout

      Bartaco Gets Back on Track by Providing a Pandemic Escape

      Rehiring Your Workforce with a Lean HR Team? Consider Automation

      Inspired by COVID Challenges, Shari’s Revamps Behind the Scenes

      Restaurants Slim Down Menus Amid Pandemic Conditions ​​​​​​​

      8 Lessons for Innovating During a Pandemic, from a Fast Casual Exec

      Panera to Label Climate-Friendly Food on Menus

      Popeyes Keeps Double-Digit Sales Streak Alive

      What Inspires Clean Juice Cofounder Kat Eckles

      Innovation Doesn't Miss a Beat at Del Taco

      Why Top Restaurants are Doubling Down on Mobile Ordering Apps

      How a McDonald’s Father-Daughter Duo Inspires Positive Change

      Are Ghost Kitchens Temporary for Restaurants? Don't Count On It

      8 Ways Restaurants Can Attract Young Customers

      Top Dave & Buster’s Stores Inch Closer to Regular Sales Levels 

      Outback Owner Expanding Virtual 'Tender Shack' Outside Florida

      What Can Restaurants Do During Winter to Combat COVID-19 and Keep Sales Up?

      Qdoba’s Post-COVID Transformation is Underway

      ‘Generation N’ Joins the Restaurant Marketplace

      Election 2020: What it Could Mean for Restaurants

      9 Steps for Restaurant Success in the COVID Age

      Big Bad Breakfast CEO: The Morning Daypart is Bouncing Back

      Week of October 5

      Domino's Spent $11 Million on COVID-19 Protocols

      Franchises Rethink Discovery Days in a Virtual World

      Easing Customers' COVID Fears is Still Task No. 1 for Restaurants

      Danny Trejo: The Restaurant Industry's Next Action Hero

      Sardar Biglari Says Cracker Barrel Is ‘Unable to Defend their Strategy’

      No Matter What Side You’re On, the 2020 Presidential Election Matters for Restaurants

      McDonald’s is Flexing its Marketing Muscle Again

      DoorDash Offering $5,000 Grants to Help Restaurants Survive Winter

      Smokey Bones’ Virtual Wing Brand is Off to the Races

      5 Strategies to Survive the COVID-19 Business Environment

      Ruby Tuesday Files for Bankruptcy

      McDonald’s Plans New Bakery Menu, Including Cinnamon Rolls

      How to Source Quality Gluten-Free Ingredients

      President Trump Puts Restaurant Relief on Hold

      Denny’s Diversity and Inclusion Efforts Go Back Decades

      NYC Restaurants in COVID Hotspots See More Restrictions

      Golden Corral’s Biggest Franchisee Declares Bankruptcy

      Wingstop is Approaching 1,500 Locations Across the Globe

      How to Prep Your Restaurant for Winter

      Taco John’s Tackles COVID Challenges, One Battle at a Time

      The New Rules of Engagement Between Restaurants and Consumers

      Supply Chain Disruption Challenges Restaurants to Rethink Menus

      Will Relaxed Alcohol Regulations Stick Around After COVID-19?

      The Mac & Cheese Restaurant Spreading Across America

      4 Tips to Help C-Stores Change Consumer Behavior

      Red Robin Leader, Ex-Barteca CEO Create Special Acquisition Company

      Week of September 28

      A Turnaround Expert Takes the Helm at Logan’s Roadhouse, Old Chicago

      Yum! Brands, and What It Takes to Hire in COVID Times

      Inside the New Era for Drive Thru

      How One Family-Run Fast Casual Keeps Fighting Back

      Noodles & Company Returns to Positive Sales Growth

      How Off-Premises is Changing Everything for Restaurants

      Cracker Barrel Strikes Back at Sardar Biglari

      Bloomin' Vets Prep Mandola's Italian Kitchen for Lift-Off

      Preparing Restaurant Development for Whatever the Future Holds

      There are No More Cheeseburger in Paradises

      Why Artificial Intelligence Should Be on the Menu this Season

      Pizza Inn Parent Remains Challenged by COVID Pandemic

      COVID Half a Year Later: What’s the State of the Restaurant Industry?

      Newk’s Envisions Even Greater Heights After COVID

      Zaxby’s Still Finds a Way to Bring Families Together

      Papa John's Reports Sixth Straight Month of Double-Digit Gains

      Protecting Your Restaurant From the Growing Threat of Cyberattacks

      New $2.2 Trillion Stimulus Promises $120 Billion for Restaurants

      How COVID-19 Changed the Foodservice Industry Long-term

      Johnny Rockets Gives FAT Brands the Muscle it's Been Looking For

      How East Coast’s Relationship with Franchisees Sparked a Turnaround

      What’s New in Restaurant Tech? Data Partnerships

      Can AI Drive Seamless Customer Engagement Across Touchpoints?

      How East Coast’s Relationship with Franchisees Sparked a Turnaround

      Week of September 21

      Darden CEO: Virtual Brands a 'Distraction'

      5 Restaurant Trends That Have Defined COVID-19

      Understanding Recent Changes to the DOL Joint Employer Test

      Panda Express Had a COVID-19 Task Force in January

      Burger King Riles Up Social Media with Snack Box

      How Does Recent Court Decision Affect Joint Employer Laws?

      Preparing for the Inevitable Restaurant State Sales Tax Audit

      Indiana to Remove Capacity Restrictions Saturday

      Report: Corner Bakery Café Exploring Strategic Alternatives

      Emerging Franchises Discover Ways to Thrive in Pandemic Conditions

      Pollo Campero Seeks its Piece of the Chicken Empire

      With Sports Back, Can Empty Stadiums Turn Into Crowded Restaurants?

      The 16 Full-Service Restaurants Expanding the Quickest

      How Restaurants Deliver Great Hospitality with Contactless Ordering and Payment

      COVID Isn’t Impeding Big Whiskey’s Emergence

      Resilient Commander’s Palace Keeps the Party Going

      Steakhouse Icon Sizzler Files for Bankruptcy

      NYC Restaurants Sit at a Survival Crossroads

      Chris Pappas Mulls Submitting an Offer for Luby’s

      Bankrupt NPC International Seeks $725 Million Sale

      4 Big Marketing Challenges Facing Restaurants in a COVID World

      Why Swig is One to Watch

      Former McDonald’s CEO Argues He Should Keep Severance

      The Crack Shack Wants to Command the Better Chicken Category

      J. Alexander’s Turnaround is Moving Ahead of Schedule

      Chipotle Eyes Growth in the Wake of COVID-19

      Why Community Involvement is Core to a Successful Restaurant Strategy

      Flexible Self-Scheduling: The Answer to COVID Staffing Dilemmas

      Week of September 14

      Dave & Buster’s Warns of Potential Bankruptcy

      Starbucks Isn’t Waiting Around for COVID to Disappear

      Chuck E. Cheese Plans to Destroy 7 Billion Paper Tickets

      How One Mrs. Fields Franchisee Opened During the Pandemic

      Bars, Breweries, and Wineries Find Ways to Survive

      Jack in the Box Finds a Contactless Way to Connect with Guests ​​​​​​​

      Close to 20,000 Restaurants Have Permanently Closed Since COVID

      A Restaurateur's Top Tips to Turn a Profit During COVID

      Most Restaurant Customers Aren’t Waiting for a Vaccine

      McDonald’s Joint Employer Case Investigated for Potential Conflict of Interest

      Shake Shack's Curbside Footprint Expands

      Customers are Still at the Heart of the Restaurant Promise

      Sardar Biglari: Cracker Barrel Made ‘One of the Worst Business Blunders’ in Restaurant History

      With Diversity, Chipotle Puts Words Into Action

      Plant Nation Rides the Ghost-Kitchen Wave

      Fajita Pete’s is Gearing Up for a Growth Explosion

      How Restaurants Can Win Over Gen Z During and After the Pandemic

      Cracker Barrel is Transforming During COVID Times

      Boosting Morning Sales During a Pandemic Starts with Coffee

      100,000 Restaurant Closures Expected in 2020

      Buffalo Wings & Rings Debuts a Fresh Look for a Familiar Customer

      American Blue Ribbon to Emerge from Bankruptcy with Fewer Units, New Structure

      The Key to a Post-Pandemic Comeback: Change the Customer Journey

      Restaurant Design Will Be Forever Changed by COVID

      The Key to a Post-Pandemic Comeback: Change the Customer Journey

      Restaurant Design Will Be Forever Changed by COVID

      Week of September 7

      Maison Kayser Files for Bankruptcy

      Dave & Buster’s is Reawakening as a Better Brand

      BJ’s Awards Stock Grants to Make Up for Pay Reductions

      K&W Cafeterias Files for Bankruptcy

      Smoothie King Aims to Elevate the Fitness Journey

      Starbucks Turned Summer Into Fall, and it Paid Off

      Perfecting Order and Delivery for Five-Star Contactless Dining

      Culinary Education in the Age of COVID

      Restaurants Welcome FDA’s New Era of Food Safety Blueprint

      Outdoor Dining Gives Red Robin a Much-Welcomed Boost

      5 Ways Real Estate Can Unlock Growth for Your Restaurant

      Sweetgreen Debuts Digital-Only Menu

      The ‘Joint Employer’ Saga Resurfaces for Franchisors

      Jersey Mike’s Caters to a Changing Customer

      Restaurant Safety: How to Respond to the Impacts of COVID-19

      NYC Indoor Dining to Return September 30

      Smoothie King Aims to Elevate the Fitness Journey

      The 30 Sit-Down Chains Making the Most Money Per Restaurant

      Logan’s Roadhouse Parent Taps TGI Fridays Vet as New CEO

      COVID-19 Fallout: The New Way of the Buffet

      Rev Up the Food Truck?

      Luby's Unveils Plan to Dissolve Company

      Levin Leichtman Acquires Tropical Smoothie Café

      4 Steps Restaurants Can Take to Improve Third-Party Deliveries

      Dwyane Wade Handles the Heat of the Restaurant Business

      Logan’s Roadhouse Parent Taps TGI Fridays Vet as New CEO

      The 18 Best Culinary Schools in America

      Redefining Luxury Catering in the Age of Social Distancing

      The week of August 31

      Chuck E. Cheese’s Comeback Takes Shape

      Mobile Location Technology and Privacy: How Should Restaurants Proceed?

      This Restaurant of the Future 3.0: Eight Drivers of Change in a ‘New Normal’

      Boka Restaurant Group to Lay Off 516 Workers

      Bloomin' Launches its Own Virtual Chicken Brand

      Only 45 Percent of Restaurants are Confident They’ll Last a Year

      Taco Bell to Remove Mexican Pizza in Final 2020 Menu Revamp

      Why Sustainability Still Matters for Restaurants

      First Watch Isn’t OK Being Quiet Anymore

      Can Kiosks Find New Life During Coronavirus?

      Pizza Remains the Pandemic Front-Runner

      A CheckList for Safely Reopening Restaurants

      Burger King Introduces Restaurants for a Post-COVID World

      Chicago's Dining Scene Proves its Resiliency Yet Again

      Former Black McDonald’s Franchisees File $1 Billion Lawsuit

      Can Nontraditional Restaurants Make a Post-COVID Comeback?

      Convenience Isn't Going Anywhere for Restaurants After COVID-19

      The Value of the Drive Thru During COVID-19

      Blue Star Donuts Files for Bankruptcy

      Outback's New Menu: More Steak, Lower Prices, Larger Portions

      How Three Restaurants are Making the Most of Outdoor Dining

      The Future of Quality in Restaurants is Being Driven by Technology

      Two Critical Elements of a Post-Pandemic Recovery for Full-Service Restaurants

      Buffalo Wild Wings Builds 'Customized Dawg Pound' for Football Season

      NYC, L.A Extend Third-Party Delivery Fee Caps

      Offbeat Cheba Hut Endures Beyond Experiential Dining

      McDonald’s: Easterbrook’s Claims Have ‘No Legal Merit’

      How to Design the Best Sandwich Board for Your Restaurant

      The week of August 24

      When Restaurant Customers Refuse to Wear Masks

      Barcelona Wine Bar Won’t Dehumanize the Restaurant Experience, Pandemic or Not

      Even in a Pandemic, ‘The Freddy’s Way’ Carries On

      Embracing Consumer Changes for Long-Term Restaurant Success

      Why is Nobody Talking About a Mobile Food Strategy?

      Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Parent Hatches a New Fast Casual

      Cheesecake Factory Has Brought Back Majority of Furloughed Workers

      Understanding the Restaurant Guest Six Months Into COVID-19

      5 Ways to Maximize Restaurant Concepts Through Ghost Kitchens

      How to Stay Connected with Customers During COVID-19

      VooDoo Daddy’s Wants to Become a Cajun-Style Powerhouse

      The 10 Highest-Earning Steakhouse Chains

      How the Hourly Restaurant Workforce Has Evolved During COVID-19

      Turning Parking Lots into a Restaurant Goldmine

      Some Good News for Restaurant Sales, But an Uneven Path Ahead

      Fazoli’s is Witnessing its Best Summer Ever

      McDonald’s Investigating HR and Claims Ex-CEO Covered Up for Others

      Jamba's Evolution Helps it Weather the COVID Storm

      Some Good News for Restaurant Sales, But an Uneven Path Ahead

      Papa John’s Red-Hot Run Continues

      Curbside: Take the Lead, or Get Left in the Dust

      How One Sandwich Chain is Tackling Labor in a COVID World

      Organic Krush Stays Small, but Mighty in COVID Response

      Lawsuit Says Chipotle Short-Changed Cash-Paying Customers

      Buffalo Wings & Rings Brings Fast Casual Into New Design

      Red Robin’s Chief Information Officer to Depart Company

      An Urban Waffle House for Millennials? Robert Thompson is Just Getting Started

      Taking the Perfect Restaurant Photo with Leigh Loftus

      Memo to Restaurants: A Dollar of Revenue is Not Equal to a Dollar Saved

      Understanding and Supporting Restaurant Employees During COVID-19

      The week of August 17

      What’s Your Restaurant’s Off-Premises Strategy for Kids?

      Is In-House Delivery the Future for Restaurants?

      An Urban Waffle House for Millennials? Robert Thompson is Just Getting Started

      No James Beard Award Winners in 2020

      COVID Can’t Keep Barbecue Icon Pat Martin Down

      Taco Bell Unveils New Restaurant Built for a Digital Future

      Ruby Tuesday, &pizza Vets Lead New Acquisition Company

      12 Ways Stickers Can Help Restaurants Survive COVID-19

      A Super Bowl Hero Finds Success with Clean Juice

      Fueled by COVID, Restaurants Race to the Drive Thru

      Third-Party Delivery: Navigating Integration, Potential, and Service Fees

      Chili’s Virtual Wings Brand Takes Flight

      Punch Bowl Taps Former Souplantation CEO to Lead Company

      Challenged by COVID, TGI Fridays Fights its Way Back

      Capriotti’s Leverages Innovation to Thrive in Pandemic

      4 Overlooked Spots Restaurants Need to Clean

      One Reopening Answer: Ticketed or Reservations-Only Prix Fixe Meals

      The Melting Pot is Ready to Get a Lot Bigger

      Garbanzo Mediterranean Files for Bankruptcy

      Bankrupt Pizza Hut Operator NPC to Close up to 300 Stores

      Will Meal Kits Have Lasting Power in Quick Service?

      Something You Probably Didn't Consider with Ghost Kitchens

      Popeyes' Next Act: Become a Global Icon

      McDonald’s U.S. Human Resources Leader Leaves Brand

      Former CEO: McDonald's Had Information about Sexual Relationships

      How Tech Can Make Restaurants Pandemic-Proof

      Delivering Customer Experience from Behind the Mask

      The week of August 10

      12 Restaurant Chains Primed to Outlast COVID

      Famous Dave’s Inches Closer to Normal Sales

      Johnny Rockets Sold for $25 Million to Fatburger Owner

      CEO: Chili's Momentum Cannot Be Matched in its Category

      Noodles & Company Expects to Thrive for Years to Come

      What Will Separate the Fast Casual Winners and Losers Post Pandemic

      FSR 50: Top 10 Family-Dining Chains

      Dickey’s CEO: Virtual Training Will Outlast the Pandemic

      Steak ‘n Shake Closes More Restaurants as Quick-Service Flip Begins

      What Inspires Yum!'s Chief People Officer Tracy Skeans

      During a State of Flux, Restaurants Can Keep Innovating

      7 Digital Trends That Will Reshape the Restaurant Industry

      How Restaurants Can Tackle COVID's New Insurance Challenges

      Red Robin is Ready to Reboot its Comeback Plan

      Can Restaurants Bring their Wine Business Online?

      Tom & Chee, and the Comeback of a Shark Tank Legend

      Buffalo Wild Wings Taps Target Exec as New CMO

      Business Interruption Insurance as Restaurants Reopen: Now What

      The Other Side of Safety Design for Restaurants

      How Yum! Beat the COVID Odds, and Got Better Because of it

      The Greene Turtle Proves it Can Win Without Sports

      Chuy’s is Staffed and Prepared to Weather COVID

      One-on-One with Yum! Brands CEO David Gibbs

      McDonald’s Accuses Former CEO of Lying about Sexual Relationships

      Red Lobster Taps Adviser to Explore Strategic Options, Report Says

      More on the Uber-Postmates Fallout, from an Expert

      Restaurant Industry Gains 502,000 Jobs in July

      The week of August 3

      Burger King Parent to Close 'Several Hundred' Restaurants

      Under New CEO, Jack in the Box Wants to ‘Jumpstart’ Growth

      Wendy's Breakfast is About to Get a $15 Million Boost

      How One Arizona Restaurateur is Saving his Small-Town Restaurants

      Potbelly is Resolving its Real Estate Issue

      As Sales Soar, Papa John’s Prepares for Major Unit Expansion

      Independent Restaurants Aren’t Sure They’ll Make it to November

      Digital Becomes the Cornerstone of a New Dunkin'

      Gyro Shack Preps for its Next Growth Chapter ​​​​​​​

      Amid COVID, Restaurants Shake Up the Meal Kit Game

      Texas Roadhouse Reimagines Life in a COVID World

      Why You Should Bet on Fast Casual After COVID-19

      Thompson Hospitality to Buy Matchbox Out of Bankruptcy

      6 Essential Factors when Purchasing Gloves for Restaurant Employees

      Bojangles Drops Apostrophe in Brand Revamp

      The HEALS Act Could Leave Thousands of Restaurants in the Dark

      The COVID Communications Checklist for Restaurants

      The week of July 27

      On Comeback Trail, Ruth Chris is Mastering the Margins 

      Welcome to the Shake Shack of the Future

      Dunkin’ is Giving its Portfolio a ‘Good Scrubbing’

      Yum!'s Digital Business Has Gained Over $1 Billion

      The 5 Strategies Guiding El Pollo Loco Through COVID Challenges

      Is the Pandemic the Right Time to Invest in a Restaurant Franchise?

      Dunkin’ is Giving its Portfolio a ‘Good Scrubbing’

      Meal Kits for Restaurants: Is it Worth it?

      Pret A Manger Permanently Shutters 17 U.S. Locations

      California Pizza Kitchen Declares Bankruptcy

      The $4 Million Question Facing The Cheesecake Factory

      Out of Crisis Comes Opportunity for Applebee’s, IHOP

      A Safety Checklist for Reopening Your Restaurant

      The $4 Million Question Facing The Cheesecake Factory

      Wingstop Unfazed by Competitors or Global Crisis

      Starbucks to Take Page from Chick-fil-A’s Drive-Thru Playbook

      Restaurants Make the Quick Pivot to Off-Premises

      McDonald's is Done Playing Defense

      Opportunity Awaits for Franchisees Ready to Take a Swing

      Denny's Relies on New Strengths to Navigate California Closures

      3 Creative Ways to Leverage Beverage Partners and Bring Back Guests

      Bankrupt Bamboo Sushi Bought for $2 Million

      Pinstripes’ Journey from Best in Class to Safest in Class

      Get a Glimpse of Sonic Drive-In's New Restaurant Design

      Trudy’s Texas Star to be Purchased for $6.5 million

      What the New $1 Trillion HEALS Act Might Offer

      10 Restaurants Positioned to Endure the COVID Pandemic

      Are Restaurants Getting an Unfair Shake with COVID Spikes?

      O’Charley’s Refuses to Flinch During Pandemic

      20 Foods on the Rise During COVID-19

      Could a Post-COVID Outback Be Even Stronger than Before?

      How Technology Can Augment COVID-19 Safety Procedures

      Breakthrough Has Golden Chick Thinking Even Bigger

      The week of July 20

      Del Taco Keeps Beating the COVID Odds

      BJ’s Tries to Conquer California’s Latest Shut Down

      McDonald's to Keep Dining Rooms Closed Another 30 Days

      How Drive-Thru Restaurants Can Thrive in the Age of Social Distancing

      COVID Isn’t Stopping the Rise of Teriyaki Madness

      So Your Restaurant Employee Has COVID-19

      Profit-Driving Tips to Beat Pandemic Times

      Why COVID Could Kickstart Chipotle’s Road to 5,000 Restaurants

      Managing Expectations for a More Seamless Guest Experience Post-COVID

      Rent Negotiation Strategies for Restaurants During the Pandemic

      Why Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is One to Watch

      Yelp: Nearly 16,000 Restaurants Have Permanently Closed Due to COVID

      Despite COVID, the Lawry’s Experience Carries On

      Restaurants Must Elevate Safety Culture, Not Just Protocols in COVID World

      Luby’s Achieves Profit As It Continues to Seek Sale

      Smaller Footprints, More Drive Thru: Restaurant Design in a COVID World

      Panera Doesn’t Plan to Stop at Free Coffee Subscriptions

      Buffalo Wild Wings is Turning Restaurants into Ballparks

      Don’t Give Up on the Restaurant Recovery Just Yet

      Danny Meyer’s Union Square to Allow Tipping Once Again

      Will the Restaurant-Retail Trend Return After COVID?

      How One Jimmy John’s Franchisee Battled Back

      Leveraged Finance Trends Impacting the Restaurant and Franchise Market

      How Restaurant Brands Can Continue to Grow in the ‘New Normal’

      Famous Toastery Forges Own Path in COVID Comeback

      The Future of Restaurant Franchising

      The week of July 13

      Shorter Restaurant Ads More Effective in COVID Climate, Study Shows

      5 Restaurant Strategies to Get Through the Pandemic

      Is Consolidation the Future of Restaurant Technology?

      The Restaurant of the Future 2.0: Off-Premises, Simplification, and the Evolution of Dine-In

      The Pandemic is Fueling Domino’s Future

      How Technology Will Support the Future of Restaurants

      Everything Restaurants Need to Know About Filing a Business Interruption Insurance Claim

      Where Tech Plays Into Fast Food's COVID Recovery

      Recent COVID Setbacks Have Closed 100,000 Restaurants

      Kura Sushi Sticks to Growth as COVID Challenges Loom

      The Business Model That’s Pandemic and Recession Proof

      Chef Edward Lee Puts Restaurant Workers First in COVID Response

      For Restaurants to Recover, Unions and Lawmakers Must Step Up

      Key Steps for a More Hygienic Fast-Food Future

      Is the Restaurant Industry Headed for a Bankruptcy Wave?

      California Shuts Indoor Dining Again

      White Castle is Bringing Robots to the Kitchen

      The Independent Restaurant Industry Will Never Look the Same

      K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen Closes Its Doors

      Red Lobster Feeds the Frontlines in Crisis Times

      Can BurgerFi Become the Next Great Burger Chain?

      Jersey Mike's Pandemic Playbook: Take Care of Your People

      The week of July 6

      What Does it Take to Reopen a Restaurant During Coronavirus? Here’s an Example

      How Restaurants Can Maintain Customer Loyalty Post-Pandemic

      How the Uber and Postmates Merger Impacts the Industry

      The Restaurant Industry is at Another Crossroads

      When the Crisis Hit, Church’s Chicken Put its People First

      Starbucks to Require Masks at Corporate Stores

      California Restaurants Must Provide COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave

      Design Goal No. 1 for Restaurants Today: Create a Safe Dining Room

      Protecting the Bottom Line with Tech in Post-Pandemic Reopenings

      Bennigan's Was Built to Survive Crisis Times

      What Should Restaurants Stand for During COVID-19? Safety and Creativity

      How Tension Can Actually Benefit Your Franchise Brand

      Shake Shack is Back on the Growth Path

      Miami Closes Dining Rooms Due to Rising Caseloads

      New Logan’s Roadhouse Owner Breathes Life Back into Company

      New Jack in the Box CEO on the Path Forward

      How to Run Your Restaurant During COVID: Best Practices

      How COVID-19 Will Impact Restaurant Design

      Even in Pandemic Times, Slim Chickens Isn't Slowing Down

      The week of June 29

      How COVID-19 Will Impact Restaurant Design

      The Digital Journey Evolves at Qdoba

      The Future of Healthcare for Restaurant Franchise Owners

      GFG Café Cuisine Continues Goal to Expand Greek Cuisine

      Metro Diner Morphs into the Restaurant Brand of the Future

      Restaurant Industry Added 1.5 Million Jobs in June

      Congress Votes to Extend PPP Deadline by 8 Weeks

      McDonald's Pauses Reopening as COVID Surges Nationwide

      Outback Parent Reinstates CEO’s Salary as Sales Rebound

      Complacency Has Become New Hurdle for Restaurants

      What Should Restaurants Do if an Employee has COVID-19?

      How COVID-19 Will Impact Restaurant Design

      Grumpy’s Maintains ‘Traditional Americana’ Identity Amid Crisis

      At Papa John’s, the Comeback is Just Beginning

      Aurify Brands to Revive Over 40 Le Pain Quotidien Stores

      How Mighty Quinn’s Barbeque is Gearing Up for Reopenings

      COVID and Digital Ordering: What Have We Learned?

      Four Months Into COVID: More Uncertainty than Ever for Restaurants

      When Restaurants Go Rogue with COVID Regulations

      Pie Five Shutters Another 10 Restaurants

      9 Ways Restaurants Can Mitigate COVID-19 Risks and Keep Guests Safe

      Burger King Gets Back to Pre-COVID Sales

      9 Ways Restaurants Can Mitigate COVID-19 Risks and Keep Guests Safe

      The week of June 22

      Three Twisted Root Burger Units File for Bankruptcy

      Consumer Interest in Dining Out is Returning to Pre-Pandemic Levels

      Why the Current Market is Ripe for Franchise Growth

      Chili's Owner Launches Virtual Wings Concept

      Why the Pandemic Could Turn Darden Into an Even Bigger Juggernaut

      Darden Invested $75 Million in its Employees During COVID Crisis

      Court Orders McDonald’s to Provide Better COVID Protection

      It Will Take Years for the Restaurant Industry to Recover

      How Panda Express is Taking Charge of Delivery

      Restaurants are Saying Goodbye to Third-Party Delivery Apps

      How Fast-Food Brands Can Build Emotional Loyalty Amid COVID-19

      PizzaRev Down to 13 Locations After Round of Closures

      Surge in COVID Cases Hasn’t Slowed Restaurants So Far

      Blaze Pizza Rises to the Pandemic Challenge

      Out of Bankruptcy, Brio, Bravo Seek Return to ‘Old Glory’

      Sales at Ruth’s Chris Continue to Rebound as Dine-in Returns

      Want to Restructure Your Restaurant Lease? You’re Not Alone

      Main Event Reopens as a Redefined, Galvanized Brand

      Reopening a Restaurant Can Be Risky Business

      How Casual Dining Will Survive the COVID-19 Crisis

      Can On-Demand Pay Help Rebuild the Restaurant Workforce?

      Communication Leads Franchisees through Crisis Times

      The week of June 15

      To Reopen or Not? Restaurants Face a Make-or-Break Moment

      Why Chipotle has ‘Home Run’ Potential After COVID-19

      Zinburger Permanently Shutters 15 of 18 Restaurants Due to COVID

      Noodles & Company Keeps Eyes on Off-Premises as Sales Rise

      Restaurants, Don’t let a Grubhub Horror Story Ruin Your CX

      Why Restaurants Need to Diversify Away from Delivery Marketplaces

      Over 45 Million Have Filed Initial Unemployment Claims

      Popeyes, the Pandemic Proof Fast-Food Chain

      Contactless Carryout Isn't Going Anywhere

      Why the Restaurant Event Business Will Make a Comeback

      Wayback President on Staying Safe, No Matter Your State’s Status

      How Do You Prove Your Restaurant is a Safe Environment?

      Denny’s Off-Premises Sales Stick as Dining Rooms Reopen

      Why Coronavirus Will Spark a Fast-Food Takeover

      Eggs Up Grill CEO Looks at the Sunny Side

      Full-Service Restaurants Embrace Off-Premises Menu Innovation

      Mighty Quinn’s is Ready for the Post-Pandemic Landscape

      Breaking the Dependency on Delivery Apps

      Post-Coronavirus: A Changed Restaurant Customer with New Expectations

      Restaurant Industry Has Already Lost $120 Billion

      How Marketing is Changing for Quick-Service Restaurants

      What the Restaurant World Will Look Like After Coronavirus

      The week of June 8

      Restaurants Must Adapt Key Performance Indicators During COVID-19

      Church's Chicken Innovates the Post-Pandemic Workplace

      The Recovery is in Full Swing at Bloomin’ Brands

      BJ’s Continues to Rebound as Dining Rooms Reopen

      TripAdvisor Study: Restaurants Lead in Recovery

      Red Robin is Prepared to Accelerate its Reopening Strategy

      Emerging Franchise Revs Up Growth Despite Pandemic

      5 Tips for Protecting Your Restaurant’s Online Reputation During Reopening

      Influencer Marketing and COVID-19: Can it Reinforce Customer Trust?

      J. Alexander's was Nearly Sold Before the Pandemic

      Report: 85 Percent of Independent Restaurants Could Close Without Direct Aid

      COVID-19 Accelerates the Transformation of Starbucks

      Yum! Sales Gain Momentum, Set New Heights

      Shake Up Your Takeout Menu with Convenient and Unique Cocktails

      Health and Wellness Brands Find their COVID-19 Purpose

      The 4 Components of a Successful Delivery Program

      Consumer Emotion Drives the Future of Post-Pandemic Restaurant Marketing

      Chili’s is Outpacing its Casual-Dining Competitors

      Wendy’s Solves Beef Supply Problems as Sales Bounce Back

      4 Guidelines for Managing Restaurant Workers in a ‘New Normal’

      Dunkin’ Wants to Help America Get Back to Work

      When’s the Right Time to Reopen Your Restaurant?

      What to Know about Claiming Insurance after Riot Damage

      The Restaurant Pandemic Preparedness Toolkit

      The week of June 1

      How to Ace Third-Party Delivery in a Pandemic

      Restaurant Industry Gained 1.4 Million Jobs in May

      5 Top Dining-Out Trends for a Post-Pandemic Society

      Huddle House CEO: Ghost Kitchens to Rise as Brick and Mortar Fades

      Why Brand Identity Has Never Been More Important for Restaurants

      Geofencing Can Minimize Face-to-Face Interactions in Restaurants

      Ruth’s Chris is Getting Back to Business

      A Coronavirus Opportunity for Restaurants: Off-Peak Hours

      Potbelly’s Sales Improve as Permanent Closures Loom

      Restaurants Get a Lifeline with PPP Loan Forgiveness Changes

      HopCat Parent Files for Bankruptcy as COVID-19 'Put it Over the Edge'

      Dunkin’s Sales Increase, Shift from Breakfast Daypart

      Creating a COVID-19 Restaurant Playbook: Where to Begin

      Protests Shut Down Dozens of Cheesecake Factory Restaurants

      At Cracker Barrel, Guests are Coming Back and So are Sales

      When Will Americans be Ready to Dine-In Again?

      3 Ways Restaurants Create Customer Engagement During COVID-19 

      Dealing with Your Lease Agreement (and Landlord) During a Pandemic

      Reopening 101 for Restaurants: Divide Customers into Three Main Groups

      In a Touchless World, 3D Cameras Will Make Restaurants Safer

      How Has COVID Exposed the Restaurant Industry?

      Chuy’s Opens Nearly All of its Dining Rooms

      6 Ways Tech Can Improve Food Safety in a COVID-19 World

      The week of May 25

      When Lockdowns End, Which Restaurant Changes Will Remain?

      A CEO’s 5 Takeaways on What Works Post-Pandemic

      The Impact of COVID-19 on Employer Policies and Operations

      House Passes Bipartisan Changes to PPP

      COVID-19 Sends East Coast Wings + Grill on a ‘Super-Regional’ Path

      Popeyes and its Chicken Sandwich are Still Soaring

      These are the Customer Concerns as Restaurants Reopen

      More than 40 Million Have Filed Unemployment Claims in 10 Weeks

      How to Manage Leases and Landlords in Uncertain Times

      5 Factors That Can Affect Your Restaurant’s Reopening

      Simplification in the COVID-19 Era: What it Means for Restaurants and Suppliers

      Delivery and Online Ordering Partnerships are Essential Right Now

      Domino's is Thriving During Uncertain Times

      Papa John’s Continues to Reach Unprecedented Sales

      Can Family Meals Bridge the COVID-19 Gap for Restaurants?

      Chili’s is Coming Back to Life, and its Culture is to Thank

      Is COVID-19 Going to Accelerate the Ghost Kitchen Craze?

      How Bareburger Took Back the Digital Experience

      Sales are Up 20 Percent, But Marco’s Isn’t Sitting Back

      Data-Driven Decisions Will Help Restaurants Navigate COVID-19 Recovery

      Reopening Considerations for Restaurants and Bars

      The week of May 18

      Why First Watch Will Reemerge an Even Better Restaurant Chain

      Chuy's Has Reopened 70 Percent of its Dining Rooms

      How Restaurants Should Communicate Reopening with Customers

      COVID-19 Will Inspire a Dunkin’ 2.0

      Fortress to Acquire Craftworks for $93 million

      Taco Bell to Hire 30,000 People in Coming Months

      Reopenings Provide Some COVID-19 Hope, Especially for Casual Dining

      Welcome to a New Era of Customer Appreciation for Restaurants

      Millions File Unemployment Claims for 9th Straight Week

      Starbucks Accelerates Plan to Relocate, Transform Low-Performing Stores

      How Jack in the Box Adapted Its Messaging to Stay Relevant

      Steps to Sharpen Safety Focus as Restaurants Reopen

      Could COVID-19 Create Opportunities in the Food Supply Chain?

      Subway Lays Off 150 Employees

      Restaurateurs, Trump Administration Talk Industry Concerns

      Chuck E. Cheese Uses New Name on Third-Party Platform

      Famous Dave's Stays Nimble in Face of COVID-19

      Still Trying to Decipher the Paycheck Protection Program

      Operating Restaurants in a COVID-19 Environment

      7 Ways to Take Down the Third-Party Marketplace

      Better Culture, Better Plan, Better Papa John’s?

      Don’t Let Mosquitoes Ruin Patio Reopenings

      Reopening? Here are 4 Ways Restaurateurs Can Reset the Table

      What the COVID-19 Future Holds for Emerging Restaurant Chains

      Former College Football Star Joins Toppers Pizza as Co-Franchisee

      Specialty’s Café & Bakery to Permanently Close

      The week of May 11

      49-Unit IHOP Franchisee Files for Bankruptcy

      Restaurants’ Greatest Competition Post COVID-19: Home-Cooked Meals

      A Program Geared to Help Restaurants’ Main Street

      Garden Fresh Restaurants Declares Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

      Pandemic has Redefined Value for Jack in the Box

      NYC Puts a Cap on Third-Party Delivery Fees

      Bankrupt Krystal Agrees to $48 Million Deal with Fortress Investment Group

      Will Employees Actually Return to Restaurants?

      Does the Stimulus Help Restaurants?

      Another 3 Million File for Unemployment

      McDonald’s to Boost Recovery with Significant Marketing Investment

      COVID-19, and the 4 New Paradigms of Guest Perception

      Customers Will Support Restaurants Again

      Restaurants Take Heed: Uber Eats May Soon Own Your Relationship with Customers

      Where Technology Fits in the COVID-19 Response for Restaurants

      Potbelly Mulling Permanent Closure of up to 100 Locations

      House Democrats Propose Changes to PPP in $3 Trillion Bill

      Planning to Reopen Your Restaurant? Here’s What an Expert Would Do

      Georgia Restaurants See a Sales Spike from Reopenings

      Bamboo Sushi Parent Files for Bankruptcy

      Uber Seeking to Acquire Grubhub: Report

      Does Restaurant Business Insurance Cover COVID-19 Claims?

      Hooters Shares Reopening Safety Measures

      What’s Wrong with the Food Supply Chain? It’s Not Supply

      How Burger King Plans to Keep Guests, Employees Safe as it Reopens

      Buffalo Wild Wings Unveils To-Go Only Concept in Atlanta

      Ruth's Chris Prepares to Reopen Dining Rooms as Sales Slide 83.5 Percent

      Steak ’n Shake Permanently Closes 51 Company Stores

      The week of May 4

      April: A Month Like No Other for Restaurants

      After COVID-19, Prepare for the Breakfast Wars

      BJ’s Seeks to Maintain Off-Premises Growth as Dining Rooms Reopen

      April Unemployment Rate Highest Since Great Depression

      What the Restaurant of the Future Will Look Like After COVID-19

      What the Future Holds for the Coffee Industry Post COVID-19

      The Mindset of a Restaurateur in a Time of Crisis

      Tips for Creating a Full-Service Experience at Home

      McDonald’s to Reward Company Employees with Bonuses

      Noodles & Company Turns the COVID-19 Corner

      Legal Issues to Consider as Restaurant Employees Return to Work

      An Early Look at How Reopened Restaurants are Faring

      Your Best Innovators Right Now Could Be Your Franchisees

      Unemployment Claims Above 3 Million for Seventh Straight Week

      4 Ways to Optimize Your Restaurant’s Onsite Content During COVID-19

      What's the Deal with Wendy's Beef Supply?

      Digital, Delivery Boost Wingstop’s Sales Beyond Expectation

      Papa John’s Sees Highest Sales Month in Company’s History

      Zaxby’s COVID-19 Response: Keep it Real

      Cheesecake Factory is Taking a Deliberate Approach to Reopening Restaurants

      How Biggby Coffee Wrote a New Chapter in Change

      Starbucks: 85 Percent of Corporate Stores to Open by Week’s End

      Bloomin’ Brands Gets a Jolt of COVID-19 Recovery Hope

      Shake Shack Turns to Pickup Windows in Pandemic Squeeze

      New PPP Guidance: Restaurants Won’t be Penalized if Employees Reject Job Offer

      3 Ways Restaurants Will Adapt to a Post-COVID World

      How Restaurants Can Tell their Story During COVID-19, and Why it Matters

      Qdoba Sees a Bump During COVID-19 Pandemic

      Texas Roadhouse’s To-Go Sales are Up 575 Percent

      How COVID-19 has Changed the Off-Premises Game Forever

      Dave & Buster’s Strikes $100 Million Agreement with Jefferies

      Coronavirus Crisis No Match for Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich

      What Customers Want from Restaurants as They Reopen

      Denny’s Sales Dropped 76 Percent in April

      Pandemic or Not, Dave’s Hot Chicken is Growing

      5 Ways to Serve Gluten-Free Customers During COVID-19

      Subway Franchisee Delivers 5,000 Sandwiches to the Frontlines

      Casual Dining Looks to Fast Food for Survival Tactics

      How to Take Care of Restaurant Staff Through the COVID-19 Crisis

      The week of April 27

      BJ’s Inks $70 Million Deal with Panera Bread Founder Ron Shaich

      It’s Not Restaurants Customers Fear. It’s Other People

      Restaurant Sales are Improving, but it’s a Complicated Landscape

      Dunkin’ Adds Curbside Pickup, Doubles Delivery Footprint

      11 Tips to Improve Your Restaurant's Cyber Security in the COVID-19 Era

      Expert Tips to Grow Restaurant Sales During a Pandemic

      Will the ‘Ghost Kitchen’ Trend Continue During and After COVID-19?

      Cracker Barrel Reopens Dining Rooms in Georgia and Tennessee

      McDonald’s CEO: People Will Return to Familiar Brands

      TooJay’s Declares Bankruptcy as 'Direct Result' of COVID-19

      Chili’s CEO: ‘No One Will Get More Out of a Half a Dining Room’ Than Us

      Why Schlotzksy's is Holding Off Reopening Dining Rooms in Georgia

      Applebee's Could Soon Have 200 Dining Rooms Open

      Unemployment Filings Surpass 30 Million in Six Weeks

      Fazoli's CEO: Even as Restaurants Reopen, Delivery and Carryout are Staying

      At One Point During COVID-19, Yum! Had 11,000 Closed Restaurants

      José Andrés: Restaurants We Love are on 'Brink of Extinction'

      Buffalo Wings & Rings Responded Quickly to COVID-19

      Portillo's Has Doubled Down on Drive-Thru and Delivery, and It's Working

      How COVID-19 is Changing the Restaurant Industry

      COVID-19 Has Cost Starbucks $915 Million So Far

      15 Chick-fil-A Employees in Texas Test Positive for COVID-19

      FAT Brands Appears Primed for a Buying Spree

      As Restaurants Start to Reopen, the Challenge to Rehire Employees Begins

      Habit Grill Evolves at ‘Warp Speed’ During Pandemic

      COVID-19 for Restaurants: What’s Working and What Will Become Part of the New Normal

      Seattle Caps Third-Party Delivery Fees at 15 Percent

      Keeping Track of States Reopening Dine-In Service

      Will Foodies Save the Restaurant Industry?

      Are Customers Ready for Restaurants to Reopen?

      Commander’s Palace, and the ‘Spirit of Hospitality’ After COVID-19

      Moe’s Stays Nimble During COVID-19 Response

      Will Restaurant POS Vendors Survive the Domino Effect of COVID-19?

      The Opportunity of Innovative Pandemic Packaging

      Potbelly Decides to Give Back $10 Million PPP Loan

      The week of April 20

      Raising Cane’s Avoids Layoffs as Sales Return to Pre-COVID-19

      How Edible Pivoted to Serve Customers During COVID-19

      Trump Signs Law that Adds $310 Billion to PPP

      BJ’s Prepares to Reopen Once Officials Give Permission

      Domino’s is Already Building for a ‘New Normal’

      Ruth’s Chris to Return $20 Million in PPP Loans

      Sweetgreen to Give Back $10 Million PPP Loan

      A Step-by-Step Playbook for Reopening Your Restaurant

      Can Mobile Apps Bring Customers Back to Restaurants?

      Stimulus Checks Appear to Give Restaurants a Boost

      Unemployment Claims Reach 26 million in Five Weeks

      How to Do Well by Doing Good in Midst of Crisis

      10 Reasons Why Curbside Pickup is the Next Big Thing

      What Restaurants Need to Consider as America Reboots

      5 Innovative Ways Restaurants Can Drive Sales During COVID-19

      Senate Approves $310 Billion for Paycheck Protection Program

      Trust Will Mean Everything to Restaurants After COVID-19

      How COVID-19 Could Change Chipotle as We Know It

      Chuy’s Furloughs 80 Percent of Hourly Staff

      Tropical Smoothie Cafe Puts Franchisees, Community First During Crisis

      How Customers are Interacting with Fast Food in COVID-19 Era

      The Importance of Restaurant Pest Control During COVID-19

      Georgia to Reopen Restaurant Dining Rooms on April 27

      Darden is Making Progress in COVID-19 Sales Recovery

      National Restaurant Association Asks for $240B Recovery Fund

      Could COVID-19 Usher in a Golden Era for Pizza?

      BJ’s Furloughs 200 Managers, 40 Support Center Employees

      Restaurants May Never be the Same. But Could They be Better?

      Fast Casual Leader: Follow These 4 Tips to Outlast COVID-19

      Cheesecake Factory Inks $200 Million Investment with Roark Capital

      Subway Franchisees Launch Subway Marketplace

      Shake Shack Returns its $10 Million PPP Loan

      The week of April 13

      Cameron Mitchell’s Solutions to the Paycheck Protection Problem

      How a Subway Franchisee is Helping Feed Thousands of Healthcare Worker 

      How to Ensure Meaningful Experiences When Dining Rooms Reopen

      Shake Shack Gets $10 Million PPP Loan, Looks to Sell Shares

      Trump Releases Plan for Reopening States

      80 Percent of Independent Restaurants Aren’t Sure They’ll Survive

      Starbucks to Reopen 'as Many Stores as We Can' in May

      When COVID-19 Ends, Here’s How Restaurants Will Win

      What Restaurants Can Do Now—and What They Should Do When It’s Time to Reopen

      $349 Billion Loan Program Runs Out of Money

      22 Million File for Unemployment in Four Weeks

      Franchise Disclosure Document State Extensions

      Nearly all Jack in the Box Restaurants Remain Open

      Outback Parent Hasn’t Laid Off or Furloughed Any Employees Due to COVID-19

      Noodles' Sales Slid Almost 50 Percent During Early Weeks of Pandemic

      Restaurants Join National Plan to Reopen Economy

      The COVID-19 Bottom is Probably Behind Restaurants

      Tensions Run High Between Restaurants, Delivery Apps in Pandemic

      Mobile Gains Even More Importance During COVID-19

      Adapting to the New Restaurant 'Norm'

      Tip Pools in the Era of COVID-19 and Takeout-Only Operations

      Your Favorite Restaurant Dishes, Now Available in the Deli Aisle

      2020 Future of Fast Casual Report

      Sardar Biglari Calls Cracker Barrel's Punch Bowl Move 'Panic Exit’

      Red Robin Temporarily Closes 35 Locations, Cuts Support Center Positions

      Dave & Buster’s to Sell Up to $75 million in Shares

      Why the Pandemic Could Create Investment Opportunities

      Beef ‘O’ Brady’s CEO Looks to June for COVID-19 Breakthrough

      Off-Premises Menu Innovation Has Never Been More Critical

      The Enduring Legacy of Chef Floyd Cardoz

      13 Things That Could Change for Restaurants After COVID-19

      5 Benefits of Having a Kitchen Ordering System

      San Francisco implements 15 Percent Cap on Third-Party Delivery Fees

      8 Strategies to Succeed in the Post-Lockdown World

      First Watch Temporarily Closes All Company Location

      Cybersecurity Concerns Spike for Restaurants During COVID-19

      FirstFood Global Declares Bankruptcy Amid COVID-19 Crisis

      10 Top Takeout Innovations During Coronavirus

      Post-COVID 19: The Pros and Cons of Location Takeovers

      The week of April 6

      A Two-Week Period that Wreaked Havoc on Restaurants

      Can Restaurants Fill the Supermarket Void?

      Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer: The Future of Restaurants Will Be Led by Trust

      Are Grocery Stores Really Safer than Restaurants?

      A Fast Casual CEO Envisions the Industry’s ‘New Normal’

      Fine Dining is Getting Slammed by COVID-19

      Sweetgreen Feeds the Frontlines with Impact Outpost Fund (podcast)

      Restaurants Warn Congress They Need More Funding

      FDA Temporarily Lifts Nutrition-Labeling Regulations for Restaurants

      16 Million Have Filed for Unemployment in Three Weeks

      Trying to Make Sense of the Relief Loan Process

      Starbucks was Preparing for the Coronavirus in February

      El Pollo Loco Sees Slight Drop in First-Quarter Sales

      McDonald’s to Cut $1 Billion in Spending as COVID-19 Derails Sales

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      10 Perseverance Tips During COVID-19

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      The ONE Group Goes from 4,000 Employees to Under 100

      Navigating Unprecedented Times: 5 Ways to Boost Your Restaurant’s Mobile App

      The Cheesecake Factory Furloughs 41,000 Workers

      Bankruptcy Cases Expected to Rise Significantly Due to Coronavirus Pandemic

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      COVID-19 Considerations for Restaurant Franchise Systems

      Communication Key to Cousins CEO in Time of Crisis (podcast)

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      Wendy's: 90 Percent of Sales Coming Via Drive Thru

      Cheesecake Factory Says It Won’t Pay Rent

      5 Strategies for Restaurant Survival to Implement Now 

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      Here’s Where Restaurants and Workers Can Get Relief Funding During Coronavirus

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      6 Ways Restaurants Can Drum Up Funds During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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      McDonald’s to Shutter All U.K. Restaurants

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      The Rush Away From Restaurants Continues

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      Casual-Dining Brands Bolster Cash Reserves in Uncertain Financial Future

      Darden CEO Not Taking Salary as Company Braces for COVID-19 Impact

      Where is All the Restaurant Traffic Going?

      How Firehouse Subs' CEO Navigates Coronavirus (podcast)

      This LA Fast Casual is Working to Stop Hunger

      Trump Signs Law Granting Sick Leave for Employees

      Tamper-Proof Labels Drive Consumer Confidence During Coronavirus Crisis

      Eatertainment Venues See Huge Losses Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

      Cameron Mitchell Ceases Operations, Furloughs 4,500 Employees

      Are You Sending the Right Message? Five Ways to Navigate Social Media During Coronavirus

      Is Your Restaurant Liable if Workers Test Positive for COVID-19?

      Critical Planning and Communication for Restaurants Today

      Inside the Chicago Restaurant World's Fight to Survive a Pandemic

      José Andrés’ Restaurants Transform into Community Kitchens

      One Restaurant’s Survival Idea? Become a Grocer (podcast)

      Nearly 30 Percent of People are Afraid to Eat Out

      Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group Lays Off 2,000 Workers

      Economist: COVID-19 Presents Different Threat than Great Recession

      National Restaurant Association Expects $225B Impact, 5–7M Jobs Lost from COVID-19

      Restaurants Discount Kids’ Meals in Wake of Coronavirus

      New York Eases Alcohol Delivery Law Amid COVID-19 Crisis

      KFC to Close All Dining Rooms Starting March 19

      Amid Outbreak, Some Brands Rush to Support Employees (podcast)

      DoorDash Wants to Generate $200M in Additional Sales for Restaurants

      Report: 85 Percent of Upscale Restaurants Feel Traffic Hit from Coronavirus

      Trump Encourages Fast-Food Brands to Keep the Drive Thru Open

      A COVID-19 Cure for Restaurants: Reaching Older Diners

      McDonald’s to Consider Rent Deferrals

      McDonald's, Dunkin', Wendy's End Dine-In Service to Slow COVID-19

      President: Avoid Gatherings of 10 or More People

      Inspire Brands Closes Dining Rooms at Sonic, Arby's, and Jimmy John's

      Noodles & Company to Close Dining Areas, Reduce Operating Hours

      Uber Eats to Waive Delivery Fees, Donate Meals

      Restaurants to Offer ‘Dining Bonds’ to Lift Income

      Where Fast Food Fits in the Coronavirus Crisis

      Reports Differ on Possible Nationwide Curfew

      Responding to COVID-19: Fast Food Focuses on Drive Thru, Pickup

      Shake Shack's Dining Rooms Close Amid Coronavirus Spread

      Why a Takeout-and-Delivery-Only Model Could Save Your Restaurant

      Chick-fil-A Temporarily Shutters Dining Areas

      Officials Across Country Close Restaurants, Bars

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      Starbucks Closes Seating in Favor of To-Go Model

      The week of March 9

      Golden Corral Employees are Washing Hands Every 20 Minutes

      Halo Burger to Close Down Dining Rooms

      Grubhub Suspends Commission Payments to Help Independents

      New York Cuts Capacity for Restaurants as Coronavirus Concerns Mount

      Noodles & Company Implements Emergency Paid Sick Leave Policy

      What Customers Think About Restaurants and Coronavirus

      Which Brands are Getting Hit the Hardest by the Coronavirus? Full-Service Spots

      Why February was the Lull Before the Coronavirus Storm

      Starbucks Expands 'Catastrophe Pay' for Coronavirus Care

      McDonald’s to pay Quarantined Employees at U.S. Corporate Stores

      Starbucks to Feel $400M Impact from Coronavirus

      Darden Now Offering Paid Sick Leave for Employees

      Here’s How Your Brand Should Prepare for COVID-19

      Resources

      Keeping Track of States Shutting Down Dine-In Service

      The National Restaurant Association's Coronavirus Information Page

      CDC's Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers

      World Health Organization on How to Get Your Workplace Ready

      Everything Franchisees Need to Know from the International Franchise Association

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