FAT Brands opens 1st Twin Peaks-Smokey Bones conversion

Sep 17, 2024

Franchising company has identified about 30 restaurants to convert after Lakeland, Fla., location

Why Red Robin’s executives are optimistic despite recent challenges

Sep 16, 2024

Guest engagement and sentiment scores are up, while the chain’s recently launched loyalty program is exceeding expectations for frequency generation

Wendy’s names new chief legal officer, U.S. operations leader

Sep 16, 2024

Company appoints John Min to succeed E.J. Wunsch and promotes Mary Greenlee to ops position.

Chipotle has moved its automation tests into restaurants

Sep 16, 2024

The Autocado and Augmented Makeline cobotic systems are now both live in actual restaurants after moving through the company’s stage-gate process

Tech Tracker: Digital payment solutions become table stakes for restaurants

Sep 13, 2024

From GoTab’s new iOS payment capabilities to Ansa’s new branded digital tap-to-pay wallet, restaurant tech is finally catching up with the rest of retail

AMC Theatres partners with DoorDash for delivery

Sep 13, 2024

Company expects deal to be nationwide by spring 2025, expanding current Uber Eats alliance

How Dutch Bros’ operations support the company’s ‘magic’

Sep 13, 2024

Sumi Ghosh said the chain’s commitment to training and culture has created ‘an astonishing’ level of consistency

Nation’s Restaurant News teams with 858 Partners for technology showcase at annual event

Sep 13, 2024

Emerging restaurant chain leaders will have exclusive access to 858 x CREATE, a curated foodservice technology showcase.

Union Square Hospitality Group names Rachel Kornafel SVP, marketing

Sep 12, 2024

Former ad executive joins Union Square Hospitality Group’s Senior Leadership Team, driving strategic marketing and PR initiatives to fuel company’s growth

Dickey’s Barbecue franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Sep 12, 2024

Smokin’ Dutchman Holdings, which operates four units, blamed its parent company’s ‘extreme and unreasonable demands’