In this special report on restaurant traffic, NRN explores the challenging traffic environment for operators, the consumer “need states” brands must target to succeed, and the strategies of chains winning in this market-share game.

In this special report on restaurant traffic, NRN explores the challenging traffic environment for operators, the consumer “need states” brands must target to succeed, and the strategies of chains winning in this market-share game.

In this special report on restaurant traffic, NRN explores the challenging traffic environment for operators, the consumer “need states” brands must target to succeed, and the strategies of chains winning in this market-share game.

NRN senior food editor Bret Thorn breaks down what you should be watching in the industry this week. Connect with him on the latest marketing trends and news at bret.thorn@penton.com and @foodwriterdiary...

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