In (now) trans-fat-free NYC, restaurants ask, What ban?

Jul 01, 2008

NEW YORK The July 1 deadline to eliminate trans fats from all prepared restaurant fare passed without notice at Manhattan’s Blue Water Grill. Executive chef Matt Hughes doesn’t fear getting slapped with a summons -- or a $2,000 non-compliance fine...

Casual players look to steer past traffic slowdown

Jun 30, 2008

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N.Y. Consumer Protection Board promotes recall awareness

Jun 30, 2008

ALBANY N.Y. —The New York State Consumer Protection Board has launched a program developed to heighten awareness of recalled products among businesses. Called the Recall Awareness...

IHOP's pancake road trip continues

Jun 30, 2008

GLENDALE Calif. Celebrating its 50th anniversary on July 7, IHOP Corp. on Monday launched the second phase of a state-inspired “Discover America” promotion with three new pancake dishes available through July 27. All-American Red, White and...

Sam Seltzer’s, regional steak chain, files for bankruptcy

Jun 30, 2008

TAMPA Fla. Sam Seltzer’s Steakhouses of America Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Friday, obtaining a $1 million credit line to support it during its restructuring. The nine-unit operator said in filings that it was forced to seek...

Good Times cuts Midwest growth plans

Jun 27, 2008

GOLDEN Colo. The current credit crunch in financial markets has forced Good Times Restaurants Inc., the parent of the 54-unit Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard, to scale back its expansion plans into the Midwest, the company said Thursday. ...

Kona Grill rejects buyout bid

Jun 27, 2008

SCOTTSDALE Ariz. Kona Grill Inc., owner of 19 grill-sushi casual-dining restaurants, rejected last month a going-private buyout offer from investor Mill Road Capital LP, according to a late Thursday filing with the Securities and Exchange...

Carrabba's selects portable payment device

Jun 26, 2008

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Outback debuts Bloomin' Burger in summer LTO

Jun 26, 2008

TAMPA Fla. Outback Steakhouse said it has rolled out a trio of entrees as part of its Aussie Days Summer Craves promotion, including a burger made with the chain's signature Bloomin' Onion. The Bloomin' Burger is made with USDA Choice...

Fleming’s helps patrons get a second meal, wine list access

Jun 25, 2008

NEWPORT BEACH Calif. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is connecting with its customers outside the restaurant with two new online initiatives, including a website that helps patrons stretch their meals. The 57-unit...