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O'Charley's launches a limited-time-only Southern Comfort Specials Menu, featuring dishes inspired by the American South.
A father-and-son duo behind beloved NYC Italian restaurants became multi-unit franchisees with Toastique, a fast-casual restaurant chain.
The Collier family, which operates multiple businesses under Collier Restaurant Group, has grown its Melting Pot franchise location in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, emphasizing memorable moments and customer experience.
Bar Louie appoints Culinary Expert Joel Reynders to redefine the bar dining experience, introducing a refreshed collection of chef-inspired entrées.
Robert Frady and Dale Wallace receive Service Pot award after 37 years with The Melting Pot
The Melting Pot kicks off 20th annual Thanks and Giving campaign for St. Jude
Sonny's BBQ introduces the BBQ Tour Sampler, a limited-time menu offering inspired by regional flavors.
Twin Peaks Flatiron location receives big enhancements, including a new fireplace, expanded patio, and modern lodge-inspired design.
Twin Peaks opens 5 new locations in Q3, totaling 105 locations
Applebee's brings back free boneless wings appetizer on Halloween for online orders, offering a 'spooktacular' deal for guests.
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux has been named in the top half of the 2023 Franchise Times' Top 400 list, moving up 36 spots since last year's ranking.
Athens, GA - The cannabis-themed restaurant and bar is eagerly anticipating its opening and can’t wait to light the joint up and be the undisputed neighborhood hangout for curing cottonmouth and the munchies!
Bar Louie introduced Tailgate Bundle of appetizers and beer, available at participating locations through the end of football season.
The Melting Pot in Louisville, Kentucky is undergoing a $400,000 renovation, updating its look and layout to a more open and modern design.
Denny’s Corporation hired Pankaj Patra as Chief Digital and Technology Officer to accelerate the company’s capabilities across all specialties within the Digital, Technology and Information functions.
The Melting Pot fondue franchise has expanded to 95 locations, despite the decline of the fondue trend.
Twin Peaks Restaurant opens its first Sarasota location on October 9, marking the 12th location in Florida and the 106th system-wide.
Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses debut Grilled Prime Rib Special, available from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31.
WaBa Grill partners with Korea Ginseng Corp to offer Korean Red Ginseng drinks.
The Melting Pot is seeking to reestablish its presence in Nebraska, with plans to open two locations in the Omaha area.
The Greene Turtle closes a $6 million equity raise led by TABLE Management to fund franchise sales and new locations.
Dae Gee Korean BBQ is headed to the Jersey Shore.
The Melting Pot at the Walden Galleria has completed its first major renovation in an effort to attract more bar traffic.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit wins the Overall Award for Franchise Operations & Technology Leadership for 2023, recognized for building its own USDA-inspected production facility and state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution plant.