Restaurants

Former Cracker Barrel employee Steve Smotherman led an LGBT resource group and worked with the Human Rights Campaign to change the restaurant chain's workplace culture.

Cracker Barrel hosted a pop-up event in Manhattan that included line dancing and live country music as it faces criticism for its new simplified logo design.

CEO Julie Felss Masino defends Cracker Barrel's controversial rebranding efforts amid widespread social media criticism calling the changes generic

Steak 'n Shake criticized Cracker Barrel's new logo change, accusing the restaurant chain of abandoning its heritage by removing its "old-timer" character.

Customer backlash drove Cracker Barrel's worst five-day stock decline since February following a logo redesign and sweeping restaurant changes.

Kettering Chick-fil-A joins chaperone policy cites safety concerns, with customers divided on the new dining rules and sounding off on social media.

Restaurant industry benefits from Trump tax cuts including 100% equipment expensing, permanent small business deductions, and no tax on tips provision for workers.

Starbucks CEO sets a new service goal for baristas in order to improve in-store experience for customers, changes happen at stores across the U.S.

New Chick-fil-A fall lineup includes first-ever seasonal Cherry Berry & Sprite, Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich and flavored waffle chips.

McDonald's is bringing back its McDonaldland brand after 20 years with a new meal featuring a Mt. McDonaldland Shake and collectible tins starting Aug. 12.

Owners of restaurants and hospitality businesses in Cincinnati issued a joint statement condemning the violent brawl that went viral on social media last week.

Five new McDonald's drinks inspired by CosMc's will hit menus in September, featuring Creamy Vanilla Cold Brew and Strawberry Watermelon Refresher options.

Fast-casual restaurants celebrate chicken with promotions for National Chicken Finger Day on Sunday and National Chicken Wing Day on Tuesday.

Trump-aligned America First Legal files complaints with federal government and state of Tennessee alleging Cracker Barrel's diversity policies discriminate against white male, heterosexual employees.

National Hot Dog Day in the U.S. brings special deals from Portillo's, Wienerschnitzel, 7-Eleven, Circle K and Sonic Drive-In on the popular handheld food.

Chick-fil-A fans will have the opportunity to score food rewards through the digital "Code Moo" game that the company has brought back on Tuesday.