How big restaurant brands are taking back the snack occasion customer

Mar 12, 2024

Potbelly just introduced a new six-pack cookie box, available in-store or digitally. In a statement, Potbelly’s CMO David Daniels said, “Our fans have an insatiable love for our cookies and now we’re making it easier for them to enjoy together...

Here’s how President Biden’s crackdown on junk fees will affect restaurants

Mar 11, 2024

Biden announced a new strike force to crack down on unfair pricing; the FTC names restaurant surcharges in its proposed trade regulation rule

El Pollo Loco looks to kiosks, kitchen technology to offset some labor costs

Mar 11, 2024

Brand looks to ease some workforce expenditures as seeking cuts ahead of California wage law

Jack in the Box chief supply chain officer Dean Gordon retires

Mar 11, 2024

Gordon helped Jack in the Box integrate with Del Taco following its acquisition in 2022.

Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse parent sued for tip theft

Mar 11, 2024

Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment was a defendant in a similar federal lawsuit from former employees in 2013.

Here’s Noodles & Company’s turnaround plan

Mar 11, 2024

Noodles & Company CEO Drew Madsen outlined his plan to turn around the fast-casual chain during an earnings call to discuss a punishing fourth quarter for the chain...

Shake Shack to give away burgers or chicken sandwiches next week depending on how long the Oscars ceremony runs

Mar 08, 2024

Nominees eat free on Sunday at the West Hollywood location

NRN editors discuss the latest restaurant beverage trend, and what’s going on behind the scenes at Panera Bread

Mar 08, 2024

On this week’s episode of Extra Serving, a podcast by Nation’s Restaurant News, managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister, editor-in-chief Sam Oches, and senior food and beverage editor Bret Thorn talk about the latest drink trend sweeping the nation...

GEN Korean BBQ House’s new menu test is adding $20 per guest

Mar 08, 2024

GEN Korean BBQ House is also adding liquor licenses to its new restaurants as it sees a small incremental sales increase from alcohol products.