Restaurants

Marcus Lemonis urges businesses to adapt to rising costs rather than "make excuses" after an Outback Steakhouse franchisee filed for bankruptcy with $449 million in debt.

Outback Steakhouse parent Bloomin' Brands seeks to acquire 61 restaurants from bankrupt franchisee Out West in a $26.3 million deal subject to court approval.

A federal judge dealt McDonald's a legal setback, allowing a lawsuit accusing the fast-food giant of misleading customers about the meat in its McRib sandwich to move forward.

The fast-casual chain is boosting pay and career opportunities for restaurant managers as it competes for top talent heading into 2027.

The century-old Original Pantry Cafe in downtown Los Angeles is preparing to reopen, directing restaurant profits toward homelessness services and rehiring longtime workers.

Atomic Wings CEO Zak Omar shares how his father’s influence, a leukemia diagnosis and a commitment to customer service shaped his path to building a 35-location restaurant chain.

The Los Angeles-headquartered fast-casual chain is adding lower-priced menu options and making other changes as it works to improve sales and customer traffic.

A&M BBQ in Sebastopol faces City Hall fines if outdoor smokers aren't removed by week's end after the council rejected two zoning change proposals.

Wingstop is teaming up with Sour Patch Kids for an unexpected Halloween mashup that combines its chicken with the candy brand's signature sour-then-sweet flavor.

Starbucks is shutting down takeover speculation after a report said that the coffee giant had explored a potential deal for the burrito chain.

True Food Kitchen filed for Chapter 11 protection and closed 12 locations after management turmoil and failed expansion bets.

Chick-fil-A is rejecting AI for drive-thru ordering, with CEO Andrew Cathy saying human interaction remains central to the fast-food chain's hospitality.

Chip City abruptly closed all of its locations after expanding from a New York cookie shop into a multistate chain backed by millions in outside investment

Fontanini Foods recalled 2,320 pounds of frozen pork sausage links after customers reported finding clear, hard plastic in the breakfast items.

Denny’s plans upgrades at hundreds of restaurants while investing in AI and new technology as the iconic diner chain looks to win back customers.

The fast-casual chain is expanding into airports and military bases while investing in digital tools and restaurant operations to support future growth.

After 41 years with Golden Corral, CEO Lance Trenary shares the leadership lessons, daily habits and customer-first approach that have shaped his career

Cracker Barrel announced plans to upgrade three popular dinner items. Separately, the chain said it used proceeds from a property deal to pay down debt and strengthen its balance sheet.