10. Arby’s to give away golf clubs in the run up to Father’s Day
Courtesy of Arby's
A Burger Driver can be won from the quick-service restaurant chain through June 9. Read more here.
9. Taco Bell brings its Cheez-It Crunchwrap nationwide
Courtesy of Taco Bell
The chain first tested the Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme and Cheez-It Tostada in 2022 and it was the most popular test item that year. Read more here.
8. NRN editors discuss consumers’ interests in pricing, discounts
Courtesy of McDonald's
7. BurgerFi ‘considers strategic alternatives’ as company lags far behind competitors
Courtesy of BurgerFi
The fast-casual restaurant chain has entered into a forbearance agreement with its lenders and is undergoing a “strategic review process” to ensure a stable financial future. Read more here.
6. Menu Tracker: New items from Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Panda Express
Courtesy of the restaurant companies
LGBTQ Pride Month has begun, and Velvet Taco, Voodoo Doughnut, and Next Level Burger came out of the gate early with specials marking the occasion. See the new items here.
5. José Andrés names Sam Bakhshandehpour global CEO
Courtesy of José Andrés
The restaurant group has also named a chief culinary officer and chief creative officer. Meet them here.
4. Condado Tacos names Portillo’s COO Derrick Pratt its new CEO
Courtesy of Condado Tacos
3. CAVA becomes the latest fast-casual restaurant to introduce steak as a protein
Courtesy of CAVA
The premium offering debuted on the Washington, D.C.-based chain’s menu on June 3. Learn more here.
2. Rubio’s abruptly closes nearly 50 California locations
Courtesy of Rubio's
10. Sonic Drive-In to partner with X Games to host the extreme sports competition at the end of June
Courtesy of Sonic Drive-In
The quick-service restaurant chain will set up a racecourse and food sampling area at the event. Read more here.
