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
The fast-casual chain introduced 33 new or reimagined dishes and a dedicated grilled chicken category as part of a broader brand evolution including a new franchising model.
Franchisee M15 Inc. plans to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy as the diner chain continues its portfolio optimization strategy involving 150 planned closures.
The Nashville-based casual dining chain has shuttered its remaining corporate-owned restaurants following a multi-year decline in store count and sales performance.
The sandwich chain is shifting its marketing strategy toward digital channels and social media to attract younger consumers and increase transaction frequency.
The 115-unit sports bar chain is introducing lunch deals and returning to physical menus following its recent acquisition by a franchisee-backed ownership group.
Yum Brands chains Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill will move to a larger 251,000-square-foot shared campus in Irvine, California, by 2028.
The seafood chain has shuttered 52 locations so far this year as part of a post-bankruptcy strategy to optimize its restaurant footprint.
The 3,300-unit sandwich franchise is bringing back its grilled Italian limited-time offer to leverage its status as the Official Sub Sandwich Sponsor of the NFL.
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Bank Midwest has filed a lawsuit against The Integritty Group, a major Qdoba franchisee, alleging a default on an $18.3 million balance across 41 restaurant locations.
Popeyes seeks to recapture market momentum with a value-focused $6 Big Box, while Domino’s introduces a Detroit-style pizza to compete for consumer attention.
Dunkin’ has launched a new celebrity-led marketing campaign featuring former Spice Girls members to promote its seasonal fall beverage lineup across its franchise network.
The South Korean bakery giant, which operates over 1,750 locations globally, is launching its first American storefront in Virginia as it enters the competitive cafe segment.
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has launched a smaller, more affordable prototype designed to lower development costs and accelerate growth for potential franchisees.
Major restaurant chains including Taco Bell, Burger King, and Popeyes are launching new limited-time menu items and seasonal promotions for September.
Following a viral social media experiment, the fast-casual salad chain is launching a formal 30-day challenge to engage its digital customer base.
Industry experts discuss the impact of Wendy’s recent executive marketing shakeup and the strategic implications of Yum Brands selling its Pizza Hut division to LongRange Capital.
The fast-casual Mexican chain is promoting its lineup of 14 dips and sauces, including the new beef-based Queso Fundido and a dessert chocolate dip.
CEO David Karam discusses the pizza brand's recovery and its current growth strategy focused on international expansion and nontraditional convenience store locations.
Chipotle has expanded its international footprint with its first location in South Korea, while major delivery players Uber and Grubhub parent Wonder announce significant workforce reductions.
Dunkin’ is expanding its partnership with Walmart to offer delivery through the retailer’s app, starting at in-store locations before rolling out to 10,000 U.S. units.
The regional restaurant chain is seeing increased family traffic through its long-standing 'Kids Eat Free' promotion tied to Boston Red Sox victories.
The fast-casual giant has opened its first Asian location in Seoul, South Korea, through a partnership with Sangmidang Holdings as part of its global expansion strategy.
Drive-thru coffee franchise 7 Brew has secured a $143 million bid to acquire 73 former Salad and Go locations across four states following a bankruptcy auction.
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop has closed its three Houston-area locations just months after a franchisee attempted to pivot the units to a full-service restaurant model.