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The fast-casual chain introduced the new line of salad-filled wrap sandwiches earlier this year, hoping it would help turn around same-store sales and traffic that plummeted to negative double-digits in the first quarter.
Sweetgreen executives noted that headlines regarding a regional Cyclospora outbreak hampered sales momentum despite the brand not using the specific ingredient tied to the recall.
Jersey Mike's IPO fell 6% on its first day, valued at $7.3 billion
The sandwich giant officially went public with a $7.3 billion valuation following its acquisition by Blackstone in early 2025.
The fast-casual chain is shifting its longtime Missouri base to Massachusetts as part of a transformation plan focused on menu and guest experience.
Noodles & Company CEO Joe Christina reports 10.3% same-store sales growth
Chipotle is doubling its National Avocado Day promotion to two days to drive app engagement and address consumer concerns regarding value and affordability.
Newk’s Eatery has promoted 20-year company veteran Matt Wilson to chief operating officer, highlighting his rise from assistant manager to executive leadership.
Create Restaurant Group acquires Hazelwood Food and Drink for $23.1 million.
The fast-casual chain reported a 10.3% increase in same-store sales and boosted its full-year outlook following significant unit volume growth.
The 100-unit Chicago-based chain has hired former Guzman Y Gomez leader Christopher Hansen to oversee culinary innovation and menu evolution during its current national expansion.
Years before the beverage boom boomed, Sharon Arthofer had an inkling that the time was right for innovation in the drink world.
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Texas Roadhouse doesn’t really need to offer delivery. It’s one of the hottest restaurant chains in the industry, currently riding a streak of positive same-store sales that dates back to 2010, excluding the pandemic.
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The 55-unit Canadian dessert franchise is making its American debut with a new location in Dallas as part of a larger international expansion strategy.
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The Restaurant Academy pilot program offers free leadership training and James Beard Award-winner coaching to independent operators with one to five units.
Knicks MVP Jalen Brunson has joined Just Salad as an equity partner, marking the NBA star’s first investment in the fast-casual restaurant industry.
The bagel brand plans to add 300 domestic locations by 2030, utilizing a new 'Elevate the Morning' store prototype to reach the 1,000-unit milestone.