Working Lunch: Delta variant threatens restaurant recovery process and poses new risks for industry

Jul 30, 2021

Plus, a new study looking at a potential link between tipping and an increased risk of sexual harassment

Both dining and working in restaurants will require proof of vaccination, says Union Square Hospitality Group

Jul 29, 2021

Vaccine mandates were already on the rise. Will others follow suit?

SBA launches loan forgiveness portal for Paycheck Protection Program recipients

Jul 28, 2021

The U.S. Small Business Administration is letting PPP borrowers of $150,000 or less apply for forgiveness directly

Mask up again, in areas where COVID cases are climbing, the CDC says

Jul 27, 2021

Pressure mounts for employers to help boost vaccine coverage by requiring innoculation

How consumer behavior changes are dictating the restaurant recovery

Jul 27, 2021

NPD Group’s David Portalatin said sales are moving in the right direction, but challenges persist as operators navigate a new operating environment

Congress introduces ENTRÉE Act to add $60 billion to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund

Jul 21, 2021

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-Mo.) introduced the Entrepreneurs Need Timely Replenishment for Eating Establishments Act on Wednesday

Chipotle Mexican Grill sets goal of reaching AUVs of $3M and doubling in size to 6,000 units across North America

Jul 20, 2021

Also smoked brisket passes test for national roll out as a seasonal item

Hooters CEO Sal Melilli: Virtual brands have helped us thrive during the pandemic

Jul 16, 2021

The casual-dining chain benefited by having off-premises infrastructure in place beforehand

Rescinded: The faces and voices the SBA left behind

Jul 15, 2021

Thousands of restaurants were approved for grants from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Restaurant Revitalization Fund and never received a penny. Here are some of their stories.

Here’s who received the largest Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants

Jul 12, 2021

The 67 $10 million grants went to hotel management chains, wedding venues, airport concessions and a Disney World restaurant group.