Mar 04, 2021

This week on Nation’s Restaurant News, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, which includes $25 billion in restaurant relief. The COVID-19 relief package came one step closer to...

Red Robin expects Donatos in most company-owned units by 2023

Mar 04, 2021

Casual-dining burger brand CEO Paul Murphy says pizza could generate $60M in additional annual sales

The CDC warns against a fourth coronavirus wave as Texas, San Francisco, Chicago and more loosen COVID-19 restrictions

Mar 03, 2021

Texas opened up restaurants completely and ditched mask restrictions, Massachusetts removed all indoor dining restrictions while Chicago and San Francisco increased capacity

Gene Knippers, longtime casual-dining operator, dies at 83

Mar 03, 2021

Industry veteran was tied to Brinker International, Steak and Ale, Bennigan’s, Beef O’ Brady’s and PDQ Restaurants

Texas will lift all COVID capacity limits, mask mandates on March 10

Mar 02, 2021

Gov. Greg Abbott said Lone Star State must open 100% to ‘restore livelihoods and normalcy’; Mississippi also lifts restrictions

John Peyton, CEO of Applebee’s & IHOP parent Dine Brands Global, predicts ‘restaurant renaissance’ this summer

Mar 02, 2021

As sales falter, the chains hope improved car-side technology, virtual brands and menu innovation will help them succeed in the new era

Famous Dave’s plans Quick ‘Que service format

Mar 02, 2021

First line-service model set to open in Minnesota in September

Feb 25, 2021

This week on Nation’s Restaurant News, Bloomin’ Brands announced it had expanded its Tender Shack delivery-only brand to 750 locations nationwide. The concept uses Outback, Carrabba’s and Fleming’s kitchens, and CEO David Deno expects it to reach ...

Ruby Tuesday emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Feb 24, 2021

Classic American Restaurant Group, Ruby Tuesday emerged from voluntary Chapter 11 restructuring as declared in October

The breakfast daypart is reawakening

Feb 23, 2021

Morning comfort foods and indulgences are bringing back home-bound diners