Nation's Restaurant News is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 1,115 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. - Major quick‑service chains Chipotle, McDonald’s and Sonic are rolling out new seasonal and celebrity‑collaborated menu items to boost fourth‑quarter traffic [[ef05ad]]. - Starbucks posted a 7.7% rise in U.S. same‑store sales for Q4, driven by service improvements and record loyalty‑program membership [[4640b9]]. - Blackwells Capital, a Wendy’s shareholder, is urging the chain to reject a $1.4 billion buyout offer from Trian Fund Management and Greg Flynn [[81ffb5]]. - Restaurant Brands International reported an 8.4% domestic sales increase for Burger King in Q3, while Popeyes same‑store sales fell 2.2% in the U.S. [[3dfc8a]]. - Dine Brands Global, parent of Applebee’s and IHOP, adopted a shareholder‑rights “poison pill” after reports that investment firms were pursuing an acquisition [[091493]]. - Brinker International’s Chili’s brand posted a 10.1% same‑store sales jump for the first fiscal‑2027 earnings period, marking 22 consecutive quarters of growth [[4d3030]]. - Popeyes dismissed
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Happy Joe’s introduced new party package deals, offering a free dessert pizza to any guest who buys a party package until March 31, and a chance to win a party for up to 20 guests.
Marco's Pizza has reached the top 5 in sales performance, with 1,100 stores and over $1B in annual systemwide sales, and plans for further growth.
Bonchon, a Korean fried chicken brand, is offering a limited-time chicken strip and fries promotion for $10.99.
Peyton Manning previously owned 31 Denver-area Papa Johns locations from 2012 until 2018.
Pizza Factory has signed 20 franchise agreements to expand into fresh markets and has opened its first location in Georgia, marking a milestone in the brand's growth.
Happy Joe's introduces new jalapeño popper pizza for limited time
Cicis celebrates a year of its Endless Pizzabilities campaign, with new brand spokesperson C.C. Pazzini and continued evolution of the pizza concept.
Marco's Pizza appointed Kristin Corcoran to Vice President - Corporate Counsel, as the brand strengthens its executive team for future growth.
Taco John’s is celebrating the grand opening of its second location in Clarksville, Tennessee.
The $12 billion catering industry surpasses pre-COVID revenue levels, with a larger portion of total food sales than ever before, just in time for Thanksgiving.
Twin Peaks Restaurant has had a successful fall season, earning a spot on the Franchise Times 'Top 500' list and positioning the brand for future growth.
BRIX Holdings appoints Sherif Mityas as Chief Executive Officer and Dawn Petite as Brand President for Friendly’s Restaurant Group, bringing industry experience and leadership to the roles.
Bonchon is celebrating 20 years of sharing the “crunch” of its double-fried, hand-brushed Korean fried chicken with the world.
Retail real estate is experiencing a revival, with a decline in vacancy rates and an increase in asking rents for shopping centers, according to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal.
Bonchon, a popular Korean fried chicken restaurant, opens a new location in Troy, Michigan, with franchisee Eunju Jeong at the helm.
Marco's Pizza, the nation's fastest-growing pizza brand, aims to help curb food inflation during National Pizza Month.
Taco John’s is giving away free tacos on National Taco Day, but it is not a story about a franchise system, a multi-location brand, or operator.
Baskin-Robbins is introducing its spiciest flavor yet, Spicy 'n Spooky, and celebrating the spirit of the season with the new Trixie the Ghost Cake.
Bonchon opens its first fast-casual location in Skokie, Illinois, offering crispy Korean fried chicken and other menu items.
If you thought you’ve seen the best of Taco John’s quesadillas, let’s just say … you ain’t seen nothin’ yet.
Cicis is introducing a new Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls dessert for a limited time, featuring a flavored icing and a sweet, spicy flavor profile.