How Southern chain Tupelo Honey is using culture, employee benefits to scale nationally

May 04, 2023

COO Caroline Skinner dives into the brand’s impressive benefits and how it leverages its managers to bring Southern hospitality to new cities across the country.

Franchisee connects with her Korean roots by bringing world-famous Korean chicken chain to Twin Cities

May 04, 2023

Emily Krouse became a BB.Q franchisee shortly after reconnecting with her birth mother over a meal at the popular Korean fried chicken chain

Portillo’s plans to expand no-dine-in, pickup-only model

May 04, 2023

Fast-casual restaurant company eyes drive-thru units as lower-cost potential infill options

Papa Johns’ growth stands still but there’s still a long runway ahead

May 04, 2023

Papa Johns reported flat Q1 same-store sales growth, but CEO Rob Lynch talks robust development pipeline, future menu innovation and AI data integration

Darden Ruth’s Chris deal to expand fine-dining footprint

May 04, 2023

CEO Rick Cardenas says first restaurant acquisition in 6 years — since Cheddar’s in 2017 — meets company’s criteria

Shake Shack sees growing potential in licensed restaurants

May 04, 2023

Same-store sales rose 10.3% for the quarter as customers return to in-restaurant dining

May 04, 2023

This week on Nation’s Restaurant News, Olive Garden parent Darden to acquire Ruth’s Chris in $715M deal ranked as the week's top story. Orlando, Fla.-based Darden, which also owns the LongHorn Steakhouse and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen...

Neon Greens is aiming to address customers’ growing preference toward local produce

May 04, 2023

The restaurant in St. Louis is planning to grow its produce hydroponically onsite

Why IHOP remains bullish on virtual brands

May 04, 2023

IHOP added two more virtual restaurant brands to its portfolio during Q1 and executives noted they have lifted dinner and late-night businesses.