Apóla Greek Grill Celebrates Five Years of Serving the Most Authentic Greek Gyro
The emerging fast-casual Greek restaurant located at 16569 Von Karman Ave.
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The emerging fast-casual Greek restaurant located at 16569 Von Karman Ave.
Macaroni Grill introduces three Buffalo flavor-infused takes on Italian classics, including Buffalo Chicken Parmesan and a mac and cheese dish.
Dickey’s Big Yellow Box and Party Pack options are a convenient, self-contained way to serve slow-smoked Texas barbecue to you and your loved ones while celebrating the upcoming holiday.
O'Charley's Restaurant + Bar announces a school supply drive for Eastern Kentucky flooding victims and a Teacher Appreciation Week in August.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opens in Byron Center, Michigan.

Not many people envision their college job turning into a life-long career, not even Brian Neel — but that’s exactly what happened to him.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit competes in a Brazilian barbecue cookoff and earns second place, showcasing the brand's Texas-style BBQ skills.
Re-launching on August 25, BD’s fans will have access a brand-new mobile app featuring the most up-to-date technology with more lucrative rewards and even easier mobile ordering.

Ace Hardware is hosting a Labor Day BBQ party at participating locations nationwide, featuring grilling demonstrations and giveaways.

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Twin Peaks Restaurant is opening its newest location in Live Oak, Texas, marking the fourth location in the San Antonio area, with a grand opening event on August 22.
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill is celebrating the grand opening of its first Texas restaurant in Frisco on August 25.
Genghis Grill launches its Tailgate Bowl, a limited-time offering featuring Johnsonville Beer Bratwurst and scratch-made creamy cheese sauce.
Apóla Greek Grill is planning to expand its presence in the SoCal market with new locations and a focus on fine-tuning operations to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill appointed Nico Nieto as Chief Marketing Officer to focus on growing and evolving the restaurant’s owned and third-party channels, digital capabilities, and customer acquisition, loyalty, and retention initiatives.

Part of why Melting Pot, the 97-unit fondue restaurant brand, has grown into a successful company for over 45-plus years is due to the strength of its franchise system.
Twin Peaks Restaurant opens its first location in northern Kansas City, Missouri, featuring scratch-made food, 29-degree beers, and a fireplace.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit expands to Canada with a new location in Edmonton, Alberta, featuring Legit. Texas. Barbecue and southern hospitality.

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Taffer's Tavern is opening its next two full-service restaurant locations in Washington, D.C., and the Greater Boston area of Watertown, MA, with a Grand Opening Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony planned for September.
Fazoli's is opening its first location in Dublin, Virginia, marking the brand's second location in the state.
Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ entered the Arkansas market, offering a self-pour beer wall, 32-48 local craft beers, wines, and ciders on tap, and a fun family-oriented atmosphere.
Mr Brews Taphouse enhances its hiring process with WorkStream, a platform streamlining the hiring and onboarding process, resulting in a sevenfold increase in new hires.

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