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Sep. 5, 2012

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Wolfgang Puck to open two restaurants at MGM Grand Detroit

Chef–restaurateur’s Fine Dining Group will now have 21 concepts...More
Sep. 4, 2012

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Johnny Rockets joins 'better burger' players with quick-service concept

The brand is testing JR's Burger Grill in Phoenix...More
Sep. 4, 2012

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Hot Concepts 2012: Del Frisco's Grille

Company parlays fine-dining steakhouse into affordable concept...More
Aug. 30, 2012

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IDG founder Lee Maen talks new concepts, growth plans

The multi-concept operator looks to grow overseas...More
Aug. 29, 2012

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Papa John's renews franchisee incentive program

Papa John’s International Inc. has renewed its Development Incentive Program for 2013, continuing the same offers to domestic franchisees who open new restaurants before the end of next year....More
Aug. 27, 2012

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East Coast Wings & Grill CEO talks expansion, menu

Sam Ballas discusses his plan for growing the casual-dining chain...More
Aug. 27, 2012

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Spaghetti Warehouse CEO details changes ahead

Doug Pak says the casual-dining chain is looking forward to growth...More
Aug. 23, 2012

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Meatheads Burgers & Fries heads to city

The suburban chain doesn't plan to change its look or menu...More
Aug. 23, 2012

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Yum aims to double international expansion

The company plans net annual open rate of 1,000 units by 2015...More
Aug. 21, 2012

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Caribou Coffee inks on-site deal with Jewel grocery chain

The first location opened at Jewel grocery store in Barrington, Ill....More
Aug. 20, 2012

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Bennigan's deal brings restaurants to Brixmor shopping centers

The deal calls for pre-approved restaurant spaces in at least a dozen markets...More
Aug. 17, 2012

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Bruegger's franchisee co-brands units with Jamba Juice

Dual-branded units are located in Connecticut...More
Aug. 16, 2012

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The path to opening a restaurant in China: La Tagliatella's story

President, CEO of partnership Greg Walther on opening...More
Aug. 15, 2012

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Sarku Japan steps up U.S. expansion

QSR plans new units in New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C....More
Aug. 15, 2012

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Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant plans new fast-casual spinoff

Casual-dining chain to debut Abuelo's Taqueria this fall...More
Aug. 8, 2012

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Consumer Picks: Demographic snapshot

Who the consumers are matters in which restaurants come out on top...More
Aug. 1, 2012

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Burger King 2Q profit up 60%, sales rise on new menu items

The chain plots menu expansion and international growth...More
Jul. 31, 2012

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Hot Dog on a Stick opens first drive-thru

The drive thru is also testing a breakfast menu...More
Jul. 28, 2012

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NRN names 2012 Hot Concepts winners

CoolHaus, Del Frisco's Grille, Pie Five, Stacked win...More
Jul. 28, 2012

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Tracking the new fast-casual pizza players

Take a look at four chains that are leading the fast-casual pizza pack...More
Jul. 27, 2012

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TSG's Pierre LeComte discusses Yard House sale, casual-dining outlook

The casual-dining chain scheduled to open its 40th unit...More
Jul. 26, 2012

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Restaurants add units, build traffic in spring

First increase in unit count in nearly two years...More
Jul. 25, 2012

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Mixt Greens founders to debut cash-free sandwich concept

The concept will only accept credit and debit cards...More
Jul. 25, 2012

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Focus Brands opens Cinnabon–Carvel in Libya

First U.S. restaurant brands to open in that country...More
Jul. 20, 2012

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Starbucks opens second Evolution Fresh location

Unit located in downtown Seattle...More

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