DALLAS Brinker International Inc. reported Wednesday negative same-store sales results at four of its chains for the fiscal month of April, marking the 13th consecutive period of reduced year-over-year sales results at its largest chain, the 1,318...

OAK BROOK Ill. McDonald's is launching one of its largest promotions, a global effort tied to the May 18 release of the animated "Shrek The Third" that's designed to encourage healthful eating by children. The tie-in is McDonald's first...

LOUISVILLE Ky. Papa John's International has promoted Bill Mitchell to senior vice president, domestic operations; Sean Muldoon to vice president and general manager, Preferred Marketing Solutions; and Greg Horsman to vice president, applications...

ATLANTA Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. has signed development agreements to open 63 franchised units nationwide. The franchisor of the Arby's sandwich chain inked the deals with six new and 27 existing franchisees. The markets in which the...

GOLDEN Colo. Good Times Restaurants Inc., the 52-unit burger chain based here, is introducing a "slider-like" mini-burger aimed at value-conscious customers. The new Bambino Burgers, made from all-natural beef and served on a toasted dinner...

DUBLIN Ohio Wendy's has added a 99-cent Buffalo Crispy Chicken Sandwich to its Super Value Menu as a limited-time offer, available through June. The introduction marks the first time the burger chain has offered a limited-time on its Super...

PLANO Texas The Ponderosa and Bonanza steakhouse chains have added entrée platters to their menus, giving customers the option of a portion-controlled meal at concepts typically known for their All-You-Can-Eat buffets. The new entree...