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Bloomin’ Brands growth momentum surpasses pre-pandemic levelsBloomin’ Brands growth momentum surpasses pre-pandemic levels

Overall same-store sales are up 12.1% for the second quarter compared to 2019, thanks to a mix in off and on-premises growth

byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
Jul 30, 2021
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Trending this week: Congress introduces the ENTREE Act; Batali settles NYC lawsuitTrending this week: Congress introduces the ENTREE Act; Batali settles NYC lawsuit
byNRN staff
Jul 29, 2021
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Mario Batali, Joseph Bastianich, B&B Hospitality to pay $600,000 in settlement of sexual harassment claimsMario Batali, Joseph Bastianich, B&B Hospitality to pay $600,000 in settlement of sexual harassment claims
byHolly Petre
Jul 23, 2021
4 Min Read
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Congress introduces ENTRÉE Act to add $60 billion to the Restaurant Revitalization FundCongress introduces ENTRÉE Act to add $60 billion to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund
byJoanna Fantozzi
Jul 21, 2021
2 Min Read
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Delaware becomes the 10th state (plus Washington, D.C.) to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hourDelaware becomes the 10th state (plus Washington, D.C.) to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour
byJoanna Fantozzi
Jul 19, 2021
2 Min Read
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DoorDash and Grubhub are suing San Francisco over the city’s permanent delivery fee capDoorDash and Grubhub are suing San Francisco over the city’s permanent delivery fee cap
byJoanna Fantozzi
Jul 19, 2021
3 Min Read
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Trending this week: McDonald’s offers ‘Space Jam’ Tune Squad toys in Happy Meals
Trending this week: McDonald’s offers ‘Space Jam’ Tune Squad toys in Happy Meals
Jul 15, 2021
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byNRN staff
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Trending this week: Jack in the Box reveals the look of its off-premises-only prototype, select Starbucks customers are being invited to order secret menu items
Trending this week: Jack in the Box reveals the look of its off-premises-only prototype, select Starbucks customers are being invited to order secret menu items
Jul 8, 2021
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byNRN staff
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Trending this week: Yum Brands franchisee acquires Au Bon Pain; Restaurant operators rethink alcohol service as COVID-19 pandemic fades
Trending this week: Yum Brands franchisee acquires Au Bon Pain; Restaurant operators rethink alcohol service as COVID-19 pandemic fades
Jul 1, 2021
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byNRN staff
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The SBA is closing the Restaurant Revitalization Fund portal on July 14
The SBA is closing the Restaurant Revitalization Fund portal on July 14
Jul 1, 2021
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3 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Trending this week: Wingstop unlocks virtual Thighstop brand and more on Sweetgreen files for IPO
Trending this week: Wingstop unlocks virtual Thighstop brand and more on Sweetgreen files for IPO
Jun 24, 2021
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byNRN staff
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The SBA just canceled another round of restaurant relief payments: Here’s what we know so far
The SBA just canceled another round of restaurant relief payments: Here’s what we know so far
Jun 23, 2021
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5 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Trending this week: Jack in the Box launches virtual pop up inspired by Jason Derulo’s Milli Meals
Trending this week: Jack in the Box launches virtual pop up inspired by Jason Derulo’s Milli Meals
Jun 17, 2021
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byNRN staff
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The restaurants that sued the SBA for discrimination received almost $1 million in Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants
The restaurants that sued the SBA for discrimination received almost $1 million in Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants
Jun 17, 2021
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2 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Dutch Bros Coffee files for IPO
Dutch Bros Coffee files for IPO
Jun 16, 2021
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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New York launched an $800 million small business recovery grant program
New York launched an $800 million small business recovery grant program
Jun 15, 2021
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3 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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SBA halts restaurant relief payments to almost 3,000 women and minority-owned businesses following discrimination lawsuits
SBA halts restaurant relief payments to almost 3,000 women and minority-owned businesses following discrimination lawsuits
Jun 14, 2021
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4 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Nation’s Restaurant News wins Jesse H. Neal Award for its Restaurants Rise digital content and connectivity experience
Nation’s Restaurant News wins Jesse H. Neal Award for its Restaurants Rise digital content and connectivity experience
Jun 14, 2021
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4 Min Read
byNRN staff
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Trending this week: In-N-Out accused of California labor violations, and is Elon Musk opening a restaurant?
Trending this week: In-N-Out accused of California labor violations, and is Elon Musk opening a restaurant?
Jun 10, 2021
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byNRN staff
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Congress introduces a $60 billion replenishment of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Congress introduces a $60 billion replenishment of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Jun 9, 2021
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3 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Courts are challenging the Biden Administration’s prioritization of women and minorities for restaurant relief grants
Courts are challenging the Biden Administration’s prioritization of women and minorities for restaurant relief grants
Jun 7, 2021
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5 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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The Paycheck Protection Program has distributed almost $800 billion in small business loans
The Paycheck Protection Program has distributed almost $800 billion in small business loans
Jun 3, 2021
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2 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Trending this week: Sweetgreen rebrands with new logo and more on McDonald’s BTS meal and limited-edition merchandise
Trending this week: Sweetgreen rebrands with new logo and more on McDonald’s BTS meal and limited-edition merchandise
Jun 3, 2021
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byNRN staff
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Is Elon Musk opening a restaurant?
Is Elon Musk opening a restaurant?
Jun 2, 2021
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Trending this week: Panera Bread’s new café redesign and more on Taco Bell removing Quesalupa from menu
Trending this week: Panera Bread’s new café redesign and more on Taco Bell removing Quesalupa from menu
May 27, 2021
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byNRN staff
McDonalds raises pay U.S. company restaurants
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Trending this week: McDonald’s is raising pay at company-owned U.S. units and more on Burger King to debut new chicken sandwich
Trending this week: McDonald’s is raising pay at company-owned U.S. units and more on Burger King to debut new chicken sandwich
May 20, 2021
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byNRN staff
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The Restaurant Revitalization Fund application portal is closing on May 24
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund application portal is closing on May 24
May 19, 2021
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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New CDC guidelines for the vaccinated leave restaurants with dilemma
New CDC guidelines for the vaccinated leave restaurants with dilemma
May 14, 2021
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byLisa Jennings, Executive Editor
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CDC eases mask, distancing guidelines for fully vaccinated people
CDC eases mask, distancing guidelines for fully vaccinated people
May 13, 2021
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Trending this week: Krispy Kreme files for IPO and more on Chipotle increasing average wages to $15 an hour
Trending this week: Krispy Kreme files for IPO and more on Chipotle increasing average wages to $15 an hour
May 13, 2021
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10 Slides
byNRN staff
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The National Restaurant Association released guidance for Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant recipients
The National Restaurant Association released guidance for Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant recipients
May 12, 2021
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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SBA data confirms that the current Restaurant Revitalization Fund can’t meet demand
SBA data confirms that the current Restaurant Revitalization Fund can’t meet demand
May 12, 2021
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byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Nation’s Restaurant News named finalist for Best Media Brand, and Restaurants Rise digital community named finalist for Best New Product in 2021 Neal Awards
Nation’s Restaurant News named finalist for Best Media Brand, and Restaurants Rise digital community named finalist for Best New Product in 2021 Neal Awards
May 11, 2021
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3 Min Read
byNRN staff
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Trending this week: DoorDash is now offering 15% commission fees in new tiered plans for restaurant operators
Trending this week: DoorDash is now offering 15% commission fees in new tiered plans for restaurant operators
Apr 29, 2021
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byNRN staff
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The Small Business Administration announced that Restaurant Revitalization Fund applications will open on May 3
The Small Business Administration announced that Restaurant Revitalization Fund applications will open on May 3
Apr 27, 2021
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2 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor

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