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
Franchises were among the most popular purchases people joked about making with their $1,400 stimulus checks, with many taking to social media to share their humorous plans.
The $1.9 trillion COVID-19 bill aids restaurants with $1,400 stimulus checks.
Checkers & Rally's will offer free fries to customers as part of its Fry Love Express tour starting March 4th in Buford, Georgia, to promote its #1 most craveable fries.
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Fazoli’s experienced a 22% sales increase and 18% traffic increase in January 2021, marking the brand’s most successful month on record.
Fazoli's prepares to scale new heights in 2021 after its most successful year in brand history, with double-digit month-over-month sales and traffic.
Fazoli’s launches a new Lifestyle Menu, featuring keto and gluten-free Italian dishes, to address changing consumer eating habits.
The COVID-19 vaccine may signal a shift in the pizza and fast food boom, with sales potentially declining.
Fazoli's recognizes five employees for its All-American Team Award, honoring outstanding team members across the country.
Fazoli’s sets brand records with six months of historical sales and traffic growth, with a 14% sales increase and 217% increase in online ordering year-over-year.
MUTTS Canine Cantina challenges dog lovers to help potential franchisees spot the perfect location for a MUTTS dog park and cantina in their city, using the hashtag #BringAMUTTSHere.
The COVID-19 pandemic has a silver lining for franchise brands, with large-scale chains and franchises more resilient to economic downturns.
Barberitos is named the best burrito in Athens, Georgia, for the 18th consecutive year, according to the Athens Banner-Herald’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
Dog Haus West Covina reopens for takeout and delivery, offering one-of-a-kind menus from four of The Absolute Brands' delivery-only brands.
Fazoli's gave away free signature breadsticks for three days in honor of National Breadstick Day, encouraging fans to share the offer with their family and friends.
Shoney’s offers free breakfast bar to military on Veterans Day.
Burger King to Test Reusable Food Packaging Next Year, Reducing Packaging Waste and Promoting Sustainability
Online ordering accounted for 39% of all franchisee sales during the pandemic, with 72% of franchisees enhancing their delivery and digital ordering capabilities.
The outcome of the presidential election may impact the restaurant industry, with potential changes to covid relief, minimum wage, healthcare, and immigration policies.
Barberitos introduces jalapeño cheese dip to its menu at participating locations, made with Land O' Lakes cheese and fresh jalapeños.
Dog Haus celebrated its 10-year anniversary, with the brand growing from a single location in Pasadena to over 50 locations across the country.
BurgerFi introduces a new Spicy Fi'ed Chicken Sandwich, available at all corporate-owned locations as of late September.
Nekter Juice Bar celebrates 10 years in business with new menu specials and a 'Live Life to the Freshest' campaign.
Taco John’s is introducing bigger. bolder. better. Fit For You Bowls, a new lineup of lifestyle bowls made with bold, good-for-you ingredients and satisfying portions.