The change will be initiated this summer, ending a 34-year relationship

Texas-based Bread Zeppelin is inviting guests to bring in their receipt for Panera’s new Salad Stuffer for a free taste of the OG salad in hollowed-out bread

Plus she-crab risotto, carne asada with blue cheese, and a localized smoked Old Fashioned

The occasion comes as marijuana consumption experiences a significant and sustainable increase

PRESS RELEASE: Proven growth executive joins multi-unit, multi-brand franchise group to expand portfolio and manage operations

They are available in classic and spicy flavors and are paired with signature dipping sauces

Plus innovation at Bubbakoo's, Denny's, Garbanzo, Gong cha, Habit Burger, Hardee's, Milk Bar, Pollo Campero, and more

The breakfast and brunch chain added a selection of sandwiches and a salad to boost lunch business

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With so many Americans living paycheck to paycheck, a jump in fuel costs creates immediate household expenses

The quick-service treat chain will expand its partnership with Presto to more locations after early tests showed promise

The city council attempted to freeze increases in the tipped wage where it is. But the mayor vetoed the move, and city lawmakers didn’t have enough votes for an override

The fast-casual Mexican chain is also releasing its first limited-edition hockey jersey

The fast-food Mexican chain celebrated the 20th anniversary of its signature item last year

The Dallas-based hospitality group leader has cofounded several successful concepts, and he shared the recipe for what goes into a scalable restaurant

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The feature helps users plan meals, receive personalized recommendations, and customize orders

They’ll also introduce the Mediterranean street food concept, Yalla Motek, later this year

The two Chicago-area brands are teaming up for a co-branded location in the suburb of Naperville

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The fast-food chain is introducing a line of prime rib sandwiches across dayparts along with a new beverage platform

The fast-casual Mediterranean chain’s newest protein is also its first seafood offering

Sustainability director Paula Thomas shares her approach to running greener businesses

The Hawaiian plate lunch concept continues to enter new markets and generated 18% unit-count growth in 2025

The coffee shop giant has a new app on ChatGPT that will help you select your drink based on the weather, your mood, or what you're wearing.

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Spears joins the golf-based eatertainment chain from CEC Entertainment, where he worked with new Topgolf CEO David McKillips

Here’s what restaurant suppliers in particular should do about it

Menu Talk: The Greggory offers a food and drink menu, service style and ambiance that draws a crowd in South Barrington, Illinois

Adam Reiner discusses his book “The New Rules of Dining Out”

The casual-dining chain unveiled the new Big Crispy lineup made with upgraded ingredients, including a chicken filet that it says is “WAY bigger” than McDonald’s version

The collaboration marks the chain’s first datil pepper hot sauce partnership

The first location will open in Shanghai this summer

The new system from the big POS supplier includes hardware, software and AI voice bots and is aimed at modernizing fast-food drive-thrus

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The event was staged to celebrate the anniversary of No Tax on Tips. But some say the stunt instead showcases a problem with the economy.

David Goebel, the company’s former chairman, is also stepping down from the board of directors, as is former Hilton Hotels executive Madeleine Kleiner.

PRESS RELEASE: Gong cha taps seasoned franchise operators Gagan and Aman Batta to launch three bubble tea stores in Fontana, Eastvale, and Jurupa Valley

PRESS RELEASE: Brian Lindley brings expertise in franchising, real estate, and growth strategies to Chicken Salad Chick's leadership team

Plus, developments from several regional restaurant chains

The diner chain’s longtime COO will spearhead Project Grand Slam as the chain looks to turn over a new leaf under private ownership.

The new design includes a more gamified experience aimed at driving more frequency among younger consumers

Parent company MTY Group acquired about 50 underperforming locations from franchisees last year and their turnaround is ‘more complicated than anticipated’

The multi-brand parent of Auntie Anne's, Carvel and more is adding to its executive team with Biplav Misra as chief digital officer. In addition, Tatiana Lambert is the platform company's new chief development officer.

The fast-food giant, which is making a big push into beverages this year, will also release energy drinks later in 2026.

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The fast-food chicken chain has teamed up with One Piece, one of the most successful anime franchises in the world

Plus highly marbled rack of lamb, a gin-pistachio cocktail, and soft-shell crab with caramelized pico de gallo

Restaurant prices have grown 3.8% since March 2025, while the U.S. inflation rate spiked to 3.3% annually from higher gas prices

According to new data from YouGov, 66% of weekly visitors seek discounts