Cracker Barrel CEO Masino admits in earnings call, underestimating customer connection to iconic style
The Tennessee-based restaurant chain pivoted back to traditional branding and signage after customers expressed strong opposition to modern logo and store redesigns.
FOX Business Briefs 9/17
General Mills says turnaround is progressing: Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield quits; United Airlines is hiring 2,5000 Newark employees, Starbucks teams up with the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Blue city’s largest mall now 93% vacant as value plunges $1 billion over the past decade
San Francisco's biggest mall struggles with massive vacancy rates and plummeting property values amid the city's ongoing retail crime and rent issues.
Popular restaurant at Disney shopping area robbed by suspect in scuba gear
A man wearing scuba gear robbed Paddlefish restaurant at Disney Springs, stealing between $10,000 to $20,000 from employees depositing cash after closing.
FOX Business Briefs 9/16
The Fed kicks off its two-day policy meeting; Cracker Barrel removes modern decorations; Dave & Buster’s same-store sales drop; El Pollo Locos add crispy chicken for first time in nearly a decade.
Portnoy hosts ‘One Bite’ pizza fest for more than 10,000 people in New York City
More than 10,000 people from across the country tried out more than 40 of Dave Portnoy's favorite pizzerias.
FOX Business Briefs 9/10
Producer prices slipped in August; report: holiday sales set for slowest growth since pandemic; ALDI drops free 5.5 square-foot-long grocery bag for limited time; Survey: DIY projects are a confidence boost.
Cracker Barrel drops restaurant remodels after fan outrage
The restaurant chain halted remodeling plans at 660 locations following fierce criticism from customers who opposed the modern interior changes and new logo design.
Denver restaurateur slams city council over 'crippling' labor costs
Work & Class Restaurant co-founder Delores Tronco discusses the potential impact of Denver's minimum wage increase to $19.26 starting in 2026 on 'Varney & Co.'
Chicago pub owner recounts robberies at his business, says crime is ‘out of control’
Chicago pub owner Declan Morgan discusses the burglaries that have impacted his business and President Donald Trump’s planned crime crackdown in the city on ‘Varney & Co.’
Is there a fast-food price war looming?
Fast-food giant McDonald's launches Extra Value Meals offering 15% discounts on meal bundles, which industry experts say could trigger competitor responses.
Steak 'n Shake fires back after Cracker Barrel swipes at Sardar Biglari
Steak 'n Shake, which has been targeting Cracker Barrel on social media, said the company's president and CEO Julie Felss Masino lacks "skin in the game"
McDonald's CEO warns of 'two-tiered economy'
McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski warned of a "two-tier economy" as the company reintroduced its Extra Value Meals to draw budget-conscious customers.
McDonald's brings back Extra Value Meals to lure budget-conscious customers
McDonald's announces return of Extra Value Meals with eight popular combo options priced 15% lower than buying items separately in an effort to lure back budget-conscious consumers.
FOX Business Briefs 9/2
Mega-company Kraft Heinz announces a split into two companies, Amazon's Prime Day misses the mark on new subscribers and McDonald's brings back extra value meals.
Cracker Barrel hits back at 'self interested' Steak 'n Shake CEO's 'poor leadership' after online attacks
Steak 'n Shake attacked Cracker Barrel on social media over a controversial rebranding that eliminated its iconic logo, sparking a corporate feud with the activist investor.
Beloved convenience store food helping college football fans tackle early kickoffs
Third-largest U.S. convenience store Casey's offers 40% off pizzas on Saturdays as breakfast pizza gains cult following among college football fans.
FOX Business Briefs 8/29
New report shows inflation edged higher in July; Nike announces additional layoffs; Cracker Barrel co-founder slams rebrand fail.
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Cracker Barrel CEO dodges questions after logo flip-flop
The Cracker Barrel chief executive remained silent about the company's logo backtrack when approached by reporters during her first public appearance since the controversy.
Cracker Barrel CEO silent amid logo controversy
Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Felss Masino was spotted in Tennessee but declined to answer FOX News Digital's questions about the company’s short-lived logo change. (Credit: Fox News Digital / Zak Bennett)

















