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Outback Steakhouse parent Bloomin’ Brands leans into technology to improve quality, pacing
Aug 02, 2023
Restaurant company’s CEO David Deno sees consumer ‘hanging in there’ as company advances server and kitchen equipment
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Wingstop eyes AUVs of $2M as it irons out supply-chain volatility
Aug 02, 2023
Current average unit volumes are about $1.7M, and executives see restaurant transactions increasing
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Denny’s continues to press toward 24-hour systemwide goal
Aug 02, 2023
About 75% of its restaurants are operating with late-night hours and goal is 90%, diner brand executives say.
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Why restaurants are shifting their attention back to local marketing
Aug 01, 2023
Younger consumers crave more authenticity from brands, and partnerships with schools or community organizations are one way brands are answering the call.
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Penn Station East Coast Subs welcomes Diane Matheson to leadership team
Jul 26, 2023
Growing sandwich restaurant franchise bolsters team with new director of marketing
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What's the future of social media apps like TikTok and Threads in the restaurant industry?
Jul 26, 2023
In celebration of National Avocado Day July 31, Chipotle is hosting its first promotion – “Get in the Pit” sweepstakes – on the fledgling social media channel, Threads. The company claims to be the first major restaurant brand to host a...
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Chipotle is running its first Threads campaign
Jul 25, 2023
Chipotle claims its National Avocado Day promotion marks the first time a major restaurant brand has hosted a sweepstakes on the fledgling Threads platform.
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How TikTok helped drive El Pollo Loco’s most successful LTO in 40 years
Jul 25, 2023
El Pollo Loco’s ‘Dip N Drip’ campaign on TikTok, promoting its shredded beef birria, helped drive an 8.5% sales increase.
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Shake Shack to offer limited-edition picnic-oriented merch to promote its vegetarian options
Jul 25, 2023
Guests can pick up baskets with veggie burgers, non-dairy frozen custard and outdoor dining accoutrements at 10 location nationwide
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NRN editors discuss restaurants’ marketing initiatives and Toast removing its controversial fee
Jul 21, 2023
Plus hear from Brian Sullivan, VP of culinary for Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews
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