Nation's Restaurant News — page 37

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McDonald's franchisees are being asked to halt remodels due to concerns over eroding profits, lack of control over menu pricing changes, and the cost of the remodel.

Chick-fil-A tests a new service feature, Kallpod, at three of its Houston franchise locations, seeing a 500% increase in re-order revenue at one location.

Starbucks opened its fourth roastery location in New York City, featuring a cocktail bar and in-house bakery.

McDonald's plans to reduce the amount of antibiotics used in its beef by 85% over the next few years to fight the rise of drug-resistant bacteria.

Digital executives from Dine Brands Global Inc. and Bloomin’ Brands Inc.

Crafthouse signs a $250 million expansion deal and launches a franchising program, aiming to add 100 new locations over the next five years.

McDonald's has extended the deadline for restaurant remodels from 2020 to 2022, allowing franchisees to adopt the Experience of the Future model at a more reasonable pace.

Baskin-Robbins is debuting a new and refreshed store format in Fresno, California.

Taco Bell Pulls Off Elaborate Big Ben Stunt for London Opening, enlisting the help of the famous bell to mimic its signature chimes.

Panera Bread Co. expands its delivery program to include breakfast, with 381 locations across 22 states participating.

Dunkin' focuses on speed and efficiency by modernizing locations, introducing new mobile technology integration, and a new mobile app.

Starbucks eliminates 350 positions from its corporate workforce, focusing on fewer priorities and transforming functional teams to accelerate innovation.

Bojangles' Inc. reports a 0.4 percent systemwide same-store sales increase in its third quarter, following six consecutive quarters of declines.

Moe's Southwest Grill updates look and menu with Untamed Southwest focus.

Taco Bell launches a limited-time 'Party by Taco Bell' program, allowing fans to rent party rooms at select locations.

Papa Murphy's contemplates sale of the company following rough Q3 results, including a 2.1% same-store sales drop.

Red Robin reports a decline in foot traffic and plans to focus on improving service standards in the fourth quarter.

Red Robin promotes Dave Hansen to chief accounting officer, marking a leadership change within the company.

CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries has acquired 204-unit Logan's Roadhouse, establishing a new restaurant holding company in CraftWorks Holdings.

McDonald's has announced a new benefit known as the Where You Want to Be campaign.

McDonald’s tests made-to-order chicken menu options in Washington state, including the Ultimate Chicken Sandwich and Ultimate Chicken Tenders.

Conventional brick-and-mortar supermarkets remain the preferred outlets for grocery shopping among consumers, despite online competition, according to a TABS Analytics study.