Trending this week: Yum to cut $300M in spending, Famous Dave's names new CEO, more

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No. 10: Here comes Papa John’s pan pizza

Papa John's

The chain calls the new pizza its biggest product launch in more than a decade.

No. 9: Young Dairy Queen franchisee finds growth formula

Dairy Queen

Fourteen Foods grows from seven locations to 182 in 10 years, thanks to acquisitions.

No. 8: Red Lobster receives $575M minority investment

Red Lobster

The investment comes from global seafood supplier Thai Union Group.

No. 7: Logan’s Roadhouse memo reveals bankruptcy exit strategy

Logan’s Roadhouse

The company plan includes reducing debt and closing some locations.

No. 6: Famous Dave's names Lister as CEO

Famous Dave's

Lister replaces former CEO Adam Wright at the struggling Minneapolis-based barbecue chain.

No. 5: Taco Bell unveils 4 new looks at test restaurants

All photos courtesy of Taco Bell

The quick-service chain prepares the new designs geared toward growth.

No. 4: Yum to cut $300M in spending

Photos courtesy of Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC

The company details plans for life after China division spinoff.

No. 3: Report: 3 brands that will survive a restaurant recession

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An analyst highlights fast-casual “moats” with significant competitive leads.

No. 2: Former Hooters executives to buy Twin Peaks

Twin Peaks

La Cima Restaurants, founded by former Hooters executives, will take majority stake in the casual-dining chain.

No. 1: Menu Tracker: New items from Subway, Carvel, Pret A Manger, more

Back Yard Burgers, Doc Popcorn, Muscle Maker Grill, and others also introduce new menu items.

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