Restaurant Dive — page 10

Bryan Brown will help advance the fast food giant’s NEXT strategy, which includes restaurant redesigns and improved hospitality and employee experiences.

Ravi Thanawala helped with major turnaround efforts over the past three years and briefly led the company on an interim basis.

Red Lobster sues Thai Union over 2024 shrimp promotion losses

Major convenience store chains like 7-Eleven and Sheetz are aggressively expanding their refresher beverage menus to capture shifting consumer preferences for energy and hydration.

The heritage fried chicken chain is rolling out a tiered catering program across its domestic system to capture growing demand for group dining and business events.

Scott Nelson will lead the sports bar’s culinary and marketing efforts as it looks to build on its sports-forward brand reputation.

The Blackstone-backed chain is nearing 1,800 units following double-digit sales growth and a 25% increase in loyalty program participation.

QSR brands are eyeing order confirmation screens as high-value digital real estate for driving post-purchase engagement and additional revenue.

Large franchisee Southpaw has expanded its portfolio to over 200 units following the acquisition of 43 Taco Bell locations in Ohio from Mas Restaurant Group.

Regional convenience store operator Estepp Energy is expanding its foodservice portfolio by integrating PJ’s Coffee locations into seven of its Central Kentucky retail sites.

The brand is preparing for scalable growth with a new store prototype as more consumers opt for bagels for breakfast and beyond.

The Texas-based burger chain is accelerating its growth strategy by opening new locations within travel centers and alongside convenience store operators.

The casual dining chain is expanding its chicken sandwich offerings as part of a multi-year menu innovation strategy to drive traffic and compete with QSR rivals.

Darden Restaurants reported that LongHorn Steakhouse surpassed $1 billion in quarterly sales for the first time, supported by a 9.5% increase in same-store sales and footprint expansion.

The frozen custard chain is entering the competitive beverage market with 'Freddy’s Bevies,' a new line of dirty sodas and premium teas to drive afternoon traffic.

American Customer Satisfaction Index data shows Texas Roadhouse and LongHorn Steakhouse leading the casual dining sector as metrics for order accuracy and waitstaff helpfulness improve.

As convenience stores increase their foodservice market share, traditional restaurant brands are exploring co-location strategies to capture shifting consumer traffic.

The burger giant has appointed the former Potbelly executive to lead its financial and strategy functions following the termination of its previous CFO.

The Mexican grill chain has moved to Chapter 7 liquidation after a wave of corporate closures left the system with only five remaining franchised locations.

The pizza giant’s current COO and 15-year company veteran Joe Jordan will take the helm this October following Russell Weiner’s move to executive chairman.

Yum Brands’ $2.7 billion divestiture of the pizza chain to LongRange Capital aims to improve corporate margins but leaves the brand's long-term recovery in question.

The sandwich chain ended Chick-fil-A’s 11-year streak at the top of the American Customer Satisfaction Index as the brand prepares for a potential public debut.

Industry experts highlight how franchising provides restaurateurs with vital brand recognition, operational playbooks, and economies of scale to reduce business risk.

Restaurant software should give owners back time, not more dashboards