Applebee's — page 2

AI fuels boom in fake restaurant websites with misinformation or malware.

The casual dining chain has reorganized its marketing department to focus on integrated social media influencer campaigns and seasonal menu launches.

Tommy's Express breaks ground on second location in Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Many of the most successful franchisees started with one brand and didn’t deviate from that for a very long time.

Brian Niccol really, really likes the idea of being culturally relevant.

- Casual Dining - Marketing & Branding - Food Trends - News Applebee’s remixes the burger again with Bacon Cheeseburger Wonton Tacos The new appetizer will join the chain's 2 for $

Angry Crab Shack has hired Ginni Naegle as its new director of franchise operations, bringing over 30 years of experience in restaurant and franchise operations.

Wingstop is introducing a limited-time Sweet Heat Chamoy flavor featuring Tajín seasoning across its menu to capitalize on trending flavor profiles.

American Customer Satisfaction Index data shows Texas Roadhouse and LongHorn Steakhouse leading the casual dining sector as metrics for order accuracy and waitstaff helpfulness improve.

Angry Crab Shack appoints Ginni Naegle as Director of Franchise Operations.

Flynn Group founder Greg Flynn highlights brand selection and disciplined systems as the key drivers behind building the world’s largest multi-unit franchise portfolio.

The Dine Brands restaurant chain is reintroducing its $1 margarita promotion for July to drive traffic among value-conscious consumers.

Restaurant chains like Portillo's and Wendy's promote bundled meals to attract price-fatigued consumers.

The world’s largest franchisee, Greg Flynn, sat down with IFA President and CEO Matt Haller for a “fireside chat” at the recent MUFC.

Franchise Brands Celebrate Fatherhood with Discounts and Gift Card Deals Father’s Day is right around the corner, and that means countless Americans are hurriedly buying ties, spor

A recent Moneywise article by Becky Robertson highlighted an often-overlooked path to wealth creation: franchising.

Chili's 3 For Me deal offers value at $10.99 price point.

M Crowd Restaurant Group acquires Razzoo's Cajun Cafe for $18.8 million

Greg Flynn skipped the dotcom rush to bet on franchising. He now runs more than 3,000 outlets across seven brands and three countries.

Limited-time offers have increasingly become a lever for restaurant brands to pull to attract consumers’ attention even as they continue to tighten their belts.

The transaction will allow the chain to refinance debt, providing liquidity to help it reach 2,000 units and support investments in remodels and digital makelines.

Franchising has quietly become a stronger draw for Americans looking for stability and long-term wealth, especially as college debt rises and more traditional office careers face uncertainty tied to artificial intelligence.

Wetzel’s Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery are accelerating their co-branding strategy with plans to open at least 17 joint units across multiple states in 2026.

From a bird’s-eye view, the casual-dining segment had a nice year in 2025.