McDonald’s updated burgers are now available nationwide

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Menu Tracker: New items from Wendy’s, Subway, Papa Johns, and Pizza Hut

Plus innovation at Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, Blaze Pizza, Bruster’s Real Ice cream, Bubbakoo’s Burritos, Buffalo’s Café, BurgerFi and more.

McDonald’s ‘best burger initiative’ was first announced in April and the burgers, which include everything from new buns to more sauce, are now available across the U.S.

PA Wendy’s franchisee fined for child labor violations

GCWen Management, operator of 21 restaurants, fined $300,000 for 766 state violations.

James Beard Foundation announces semifinalists for its Restaurant & Chef Awards

The 2024 Restaurant and Chef semifinalists are recognized across 22 categories.

Chicken Salad Chick is ready to spread its wings

Chicken Salad Chick expects to open about 40 new restaurants this year with an eventual goal of reaching 2,000 units.

KFC debuts Smash’d Potato Bowls, $20 combo meal

KFC’s Smash’d Potato Bowls are part of the chain’s continued focus on boneless, portable offerings to attract younger customers.

Chipotle adds new benefits to help Gen Z employees manage their debt

Chipotle’s new benefits include a 401(k) match if employees make eligible student loan payments and access to Cred.ai to help build credit scores.

McDonald’s invests in sustainable team uniforms made with technology that makes synthetic fibers biodegradable

The new McDonald’s crew uniforms are made with CiClo technology, which allows polyester to biodegrade at similar rates to natural materials.

NRN editors talk Chipotle’s marketing to Gen Z, Applebee’s Date Night Pass, and America’s Favorite Chains

Plus, hear from Bonchon’s new CEO, Suzie Tsai.

Slim Chickens has no plans of slowing down

Slim Chickens expects to have over 300 restaurants open by the end of this year and has 1,150 more in various stages of development. "We can't get idle," said CEO Tom Gordon.

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