Former Texas Roadhouse, Red Robin CEO says this restaurant category is ‘there for the taking’
SPB Hospitality CEO G.J. Hart says J. Alexander’s has significant room to grow as consumers continue to seek value and experience in upscale casual dining.
Minnesota woman sues Chipotle after burrito bowl allegedly caused Salmonella infection, sepsis
A Minnesota woman is suing Chipotle after allegedly contracting Salmonella from a burrito bowl, as health officials investigate a multistate outbreak tied to recalled jalapeños.
Wendy's loses status as second-largest burger chain after 6-year run
Burger King reclaimed the No. 2 U.S. burger chain spot from Wendy's after its revamped Whopper and multiyear turnaround drove same-store sales up 8.5%.
Florida steakhouse owner, hostess defend monthly naked dinner event where guests fully disrobe
The C.L.A.S.S. Soiree Steakhouse located in Hollywood, Florida, allows guests to fully strip naked and eat a meal at nude dining events.
Steakhouse owner and event hostess discuss nude dining at Florida restaurant
Maurad Ali, chef and owner of the C.L.A.S.S. Soiree Steakhouse in Hollywood, Florida, and Tasheba Hart, the hostess for nude dining events held at the establishment, discuss the naked dining offering.
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos spreads to multiple states, dozens hospitalized
Chipotle removed jalapeños from certain restaurants after identifying the ingredient as a potential common link in a Salmonella outbreak under investigation by health officials
Chipotle CEO says chain is making 'meaningful progress' on a major customer concern
Chipotle CEO Scott Boatwright said Wednesday that the chain is seeing improved perceptions of affordability across income and age groups.
Chipotle opens first restaurant in Mexico as global expansion accelerates
The fast-casual chain opened its first restaurant in Mexico this month and plans additional locations in Nuevo León before expanding into Mexico City in 2027.
Chick-fil-A security incident may have exposed some customer account data
The fast-food chain said it contacted affected customers after detecting suspicious login activity tied to certain Chick-fil-A One loyalty accounts.
Cracker Barrel sells Maple Street Biscuit Company, closes 16 locations
The restaurant chain sold 35 Maple Street locations and will close 16 others while raising $77 million through a property deal to help pay down debt.
FDA says Taylor Farms Cyclospora lettuce test was a false positive
The FDA says its lab finding of Cyclospora in Taylor Farms lettuce linked to the Taco Bell outbreak was a false positive after experts re-reviewed results.
World Cup helped drive strongest consumer spending growth in four years during June, Bank of America says
Bank of America data shows credit and debit card spending rose 6.3% in June, with restaurants and bars in host cities seeing the biggest gains.
Pizza chain to close up to 50 locations as sales slump
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre said 45 to 50 Papa Murphy's stores will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
California city pushes for drive-thru ban after neighbors sounded alarm over burger chain's proposed addition
A proposed In-N-Out location sparked a 45-day moratorium on new drive-thru permits in Culver City, California, as residents debate traffic, air quality and safety.
Major retailers open for July 4: Here's where you can shop and eat on America's 250th birthday
Need last-minute July 4 essentials? See which major stores and restaurants are open, closed or have reduced hours in the United States.
Einstein Bros. Bagels plans 300-store expansion as Americans fuel $5.8B bagel boom
Einstein Bros. Bagels plans to open over 300 new bakeries by 2030, surpassing 1,000 locations as the U.S. bagel category hits $5.8 billion in value.
California food chains must post menu allergen warnings starting July 1
Large restaurant chains in California must begin disclosing major food allergens across menus and ordering platforms under a first-in-the-nation law effective July 1.
Beloved pizza chain turns America’s 250th birthday into summer-long celebration
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream is celebrating America's 250th birthday with patriotic pizzas, block parties and a "Freedom Flyaway Sweepstakes" through Aug. 15.
Happy Joe’s CEO talks America 250 celebration, prizes for families
Happy Joe’s CEO Tom Sacco discusses the pizza chain’s America 250 celebration, featuring patriotic menu items, block parties and cash prizes for families.
McDonald's bringing back fried apple pie to celebrate America's 250th birthday
McDonald's is bringing back its fried apple pie after more than 30 years, making it available at most U.S. restaurants for a limited time starting June 23.



















