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Why Chipotle and KFC are targeting gamers for their latest promotionsWhy Chipotle and KFC are targeting gamers for their latest promotions

Chipotle is the official launch partner of Street Fighter 6, while KFC announced a campaign with Diablo IV. Both releases have big expectations.

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Jun 2, 2023
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Loyalty
Why loyalty programs are table stakesWhy loyalty programs are table stakes
byHolly Petre
Jun 1, 2023
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Marketing & Branding
Dave & Buster’s launches ‘Adult Unlearn’ summer campaignDave & Buster’s launches ‘Adult Unlearn’ summer campaign
byRon Ruggless
May 30, 2023
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Yes, we're still talking about Taco TuesdayYes, we're still talking about Taco Tuesday
byHolly Petre
May 26, 2023
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Carl's Jr. and Hardee's offer mystery deal for International Burger DayCarl's Jr. and Hardee's offer mystery deal for International Burger Day
May 25, 2023
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McDonald’s launches ‘The Little Mermaid’ Happy MealMcDonald’s launches ‘The Little Mermaid’ Happy Meal
byAlicia Kelso
May 24, 2023
1 Min Read
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Top 500 Restaurants
LeBron James, Jack in the Box join the Taco Tuesday tussle
LeBron James, Jack in the Box join the Taco Tuesday tussle
May 23, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Taco John’s sales and app downloads have jumped since Taco Bell picked a fight
Taco John’s sales and app downloads have jumped since Taco Bell picked a fight
May 22, 2023
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Technology
Panera digital chief expects Amazon One pilot to increase usage
Panera digital chief expects Amazon One pilot to increase usage
May 22, 2023
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Marketing & Branding
How the battle for Taco Tuesday impacts both brands involved
How the battle for Taco Tuesday impacts both brands involved
May 18, 2023
byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Taco Bell is fighting ‘Taco Tuesday’ trademarks
Taco Bell is fighting ‘Taco Tuesday’ trademarks
May 16, 2023
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Franchising
Carrols franchise group sees marked Burger King improvements in Q1
Carrols franchise group sees marked Burger King improvements in Q1
May 12, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Casual Dining
Cheesecake Factory expects to debut rewards program in June
Cheesecake Factory expects to debut rewards program in June
May 11, 2023
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Top 500 Restaurants
Chick-fil-A expands its retail presence with bottled salad dressings
Chick-fil-A expands its retail presence with bottled salad dressings
May 11, 2023
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Finance
How restaurants are dealing with economic uncertainty
How restaurants are dealing with economic uncertainty
May 11, 2023
byNRN staff
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Marketing & Branding
Mo’Bettahs tees up an endorsement deal with golfer Tony Finau
Mo’Bettahs tees up an endorsement deal with golfer Tony Finau
May 10, 2023
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Technology
Wendy’s to bookend dayparts with breakfast and late-night push in Q2
Wendy’s to bookend dayparts with breakfast and late-night push in Q2
May 10, 2023
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Marketing & Branding
Restaurants roll out the red carpet for moms
Restaurants roll out the red carpet for moms
May 10, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Menu innovations at Pizza Hut and KFC generate new customers
Menu innovations at Pizza Hut and KFC generate new customers
May 9, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Fast Casual
Why discounting may help your business
Why discounting may help your business
May 9, 2023
byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Food Trends
Just Salad finds success in discounting — for a purpose
Just Salad finds success in discounting — for a purpose
May 8, 2023
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byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Fast Casual
Cava names Andrew Rebhun as chief experience officer
Cava names Andrew Rebhun as chief experience officer
May 8, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Casual Dining
How Applebee’s gained more attention from younger consumers
How Applebee’s gained more attention from younger consumers
May 8, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Marketing & Branding
Louisville restaurants prepare for the Kentucky Derby influx
Louisville restaurants prepare for the Kentucky Derby influx
May 4, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Family Dining
Denny’s makes progress toward 24/7 operations goals
Denny’s makes progress toward 24/7 operations goals
May 3, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Casual Dining
Brinker pulling plug on Maggiano’s Italian Classics virtual brand
Brinker pulling plug on Maggiano’s Italian Classics virtual brand
May 3, 2023
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byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
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Segments
Papa Johns appoints MOD Pizza exec Mark Shambura as new CMO
Papa Johns appoints MOD Pizza exec Mark Shambura as new CMO
May 2, 2023
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
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Sandwich Trends
Subway adds to its Subway Series menu
Subway adds to its Subway Series menu
May 1, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Executives
Red Robin announces new C-suite appointments
Red Robin announces new C-suite appointments
May 1, 2023
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byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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NRN editors discuss merchandise lines, restaurant traffic, and Taco Bell’s use of Pete Davidson
NRN editors discuss merchandise lines, restaurant traffic, and Taco Bell’s use of Pete Davidson
Apr 28, 2023
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byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Fast Casual
Meet the latest craze for restaurants
Meet the latest craze for restaurants
Apr 27, 2023
byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Fast Casual
Panera Bread launches a new line of merchandise featuring ‘carb-inspired couture’
Panera Bread launches a new line of merchandise featuring ‘carb-inspired couture’
Apr 26, 2023
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byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Loyalty
Sweetgreen launches loyalty app, merchandise line
Sweetgreen launches loyalty app, merchandise line
Apr 24, 2023
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1 Min Read
byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
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Finance
How this celebrity is boosting Taco Bell's sales again
How this celebrity is boosting Taco Bell's sales again
Apr 24, 2023
byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor
Wendy s Digital Promotion
Top 500 Restaurants
Wendy’s rolls out digital offerings with Mercury Menu
Wendy’s rolls out digital offerings with Mercury Menu
Apr 21, 2023
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor

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Casual Dining
How Brazilian steakhouse brand Fogo de Chão surged onto America’s favorite chain list
How Brazilian steakhouse brand Fogo de Chão surged onto America’s favorite chain list

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Cofounders of modern diner chain The Granola Bar share how they ‘fell forward’ into growth
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On cusp of IPO, Twin Peaks CEO shares how sports bar chain has redefined category
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