Trending: Senate passes restaurant relief budget resolution amendment

Working Lunch: COVID relief passes Congress: Restaurants win big, Bernie Sanders loses big

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The proposal to include a $15 per hour minimum wage was rejected for now.

As restaurants prepare for possible pent-up demand, consumers will call the shots

The post-vaccine diner is expected to want convenience and control over their experience.

Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group files to raise $250 million for a new SPAC

The new company would seek to acquire a company with similar cultural values.

What would a $15 per hour federal minimum wage look like for restaurants?

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Experts, analysts and restaurant operators weighed in on the pros and cons of the legislation, which would double the minimum wage over the next five years.

Judge rules McDonald’s case against fired CEO can continue

Former CEO Steve Easterbrook had sought dismissal of the severance package lawsuit in Delaware court.

Popeyes to debut Cajun Flounder Sandwich on Feb. 11

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The brand provided consumer insurance by offering a chicken sandwich replacement, if needed, for 15 cents.

Fish City Grill expands virtual Sarah’s Hot Chicken concept

A franchisee’s invention is spreading to corporate-owned units.

Bipartisan $120 billion RESTAURANTS Act to provide long-term relief for restaurants is reintroduced

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The bill followed the Senate’s vote on the joint budget resolution to clear a path for a larger COVID stimulus package.

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Senate overwhelmingly passes restaurant relief budget resolution amendment

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In a bipartisan effort, a budget amendment meant to directly boost the restaurant industry was passed 90-10 in the Senate last week.