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Popeyes new chicken wraps
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Popeyes has launched a new chicken wraps categoryPopeyes has launched a new chicken wraps category

The launch comes as McDonald’s teases the return of its wraps as consumer demand for boneless, portable chicken items skyrockets

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Jun 2, 2025
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Zaxbys is extending its hours at participating restaurants
Fast Casual
Zaxbys jumps into the late-night ringZaxbys jumps into the late-night ring
byAlicia Kelso
Jun 2, 2025
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Chipotle's latest campaign coincides with the NBA Finals
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Chipotle tips off a giveaway promotion for the NBA finalsChipotle tips off a giveaway promotion for the NBA finals
byAlicia Kelso
Jun 2, 2025
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Mooyah
Executives
Mooyah names Michael Meche presidentMooyah names Michael Meche president
byRon Ruggless
May 30, 2025
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Red Lobster sponsors Chicago Sky for current basketball seasonRed Lobster sponsors Chicago Sky for current basketball season
byBret Thorn
May 30, 2025
2 Min Read
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Starbucks changes reusable cup rewards to benefit bigger spendersStarbucks changes reusable cup rewards to benefit bigger spenders
byJoanna Fantozzi
May 30, 2025
1 Min Read
Restaurant tips for server
Labor
Independent Restaurant Coalition urges Congress to revise ‘No Tax on Tips’ legislation
Independent Restaurant Coalition urges Congress to revise ‘No Tax on Tips’ legislation
May 30, 2025
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2 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
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Freddy’s plans its debut in Canada
Freddy’s plans its debut in Canada
May 30, 2025
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2 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Dunkin’ partners with Paige DeSorbo to promote new Pink Spritz Refresher
Dunkin’ partners with Paige DeSorbo to promote new Pink Spritz Refresher
May 29, 2025
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3 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Starbucks Milan
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Starbucks launches global search for two influencers to document year-long coffee tour
Starbucks launches global search for two influencers to document year-long coffee tour
May 29, 2025
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
Chick-fil-A's Peach Milkshake and new Peach Frosted Lemonade
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Chick-fil-A extends its peach beverage lineup for the summer
Chick-fil-A extends its peach beverage lineup for the summer
May 29, 2025
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2 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Jack in the Box promotes Dawn Hooper to chief financial officer
Jack in the Box promotes Dawn Hooper to chief financial officer
May 28, 2025
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2 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Quick Service
Culver’s promotes Rich Modjeski to chief operating officer
Culver’s promotes Rich Modjeski to chief operating officer
May 28, 2025
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1 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Fast Casual
Shake Shack launches first loyalty offer
Shake Shack launches first loyalty offer
May 28, 2025
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2 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Pizza Hut Book It app
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Pizza Hut launches first Book It! app
Pizza Hut launches first Book It! app
May 28, 2025
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
KFC U.K.
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KFC is targeting 500 new restaurants in the U.K. and Ireland
KFC is targeting 500 new restaurants in the U.K. and Ireland
May 28, 2025
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2 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Chipotle has teamed up with Cobra for its first golf collaboration
Fast Casual
Chipotle has launched a partnership with pro golfer Max Homa
Chipotle has launched a partnership with pro golfer Max Homa
May 28, 2025
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2 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Chick-fil-A has added more entertainment features to its Play app
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Chick-fil-A adds an audio series to its Play app
Chick-fil-A adds an audio series to its Play app
May 28, 2025
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2 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
McDonald's Corp.
Top 500 Restaurants
Restaurant sales slowed in 2024, Technomic Top 500 indicates
Restaurant sales slowed in 2024, Technomic Top 500 indicates
May 27, 2025
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
The industry is expecting to add about 490K jobs to fulfill summer demand
Operations
Restaurant industry expected to add 490K jobs for the summer
Restaurant industry expected to add 490K jobs for the summer
May 27, 2025
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1 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
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Hardee’s franchisee Paradigm Investment Group sues its parent over contract terminations
Hardee’s franchisee Paradigm Investment Group sues its parent over contract terminations
May 27, 2025
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3 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
&pizza store
Fast Casual
&pizza CEO slashes prices across the board after admitting menu is ‘too expensive’
&pizza CEO slashes prices across the board after admitting menu is ‘too expensive’
May 27, 2025
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3 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
Wendy's
Top 500 Restaurants
Burger brands register sluggish sales in Technomic Top 500 report
Burger brands register sluggish sales in Technomic Top 500 report
May 27, 2025
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2 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Dave & Buster's
Franchising
Dave & Buster’s breaks ground on first Philippines location
Dave & Buster’s breaks ground on first Philippines location
May 27, 2025
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Chili's exterior
Top 500 Restaurants
Chili’s turnaround leads to sales growth, as brand overtakes Applebee’s
Chili’s turnaround leads to sales growth, as brand overtakes Applebee’s
May 27, 2025
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2 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Chuck E. Cheese is bringing back its Summer Fun Pass for a third year
Eatertainment
Eatertainment brands launch summer promotions
Eatertainment brands launch summer promotions
May 27, 2025
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3 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
Chick-fil-A
Top 500 Restaurants
Technomic sees number of locations grow in Top 500 for 2024
Technomic sees number of locations grow in Top 500 for 2024
May 27, 2025
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1 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Top 500 Restaurants
Most seafood chains struggled in 2024
Most seafood chains struggled in 2024
May 24, 2025
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3 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Top 500 Restaurants
Large barbecue chains struggled in 2024
Large barbecue chains struggled in 2024
May 24, 2025
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3 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Top 500 Restaurants
Inspire Brands saw a mixed year in 2024
Inspire Brands saw a mixed year in 2024
May 24, 2025
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4 Min Read
byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor
Starbucks barista
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How Starbucks’ new people-first technology helped fill 500,000 shifts
How Starbucks’ new people-first technology helped fill 500,000 shifts
May 23, 2025
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3 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
CosMc's
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McDonald’s will shutter its CosMc’s concept
McDonald’s will shutter its CosMc’s concept
May 23, 2025
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2 Min Read
byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor
A Burger King restaurant
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Burger King president on the new ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ partnership fueling the brand’s family-dining strategy
Burger King president on the new ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ partnership fueling the brand’s family-dining strategy
May 23, 2025
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4 Min Read
byRon Ruggless, Senior Editor
Wagamama storefront
Casual Dining
Wagamama North America names Stephen Judge as new CEO
Wagamama North America names Stephen Judge as new CEO
May 22, 2025
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1 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor
No tax on tips restaurant
Labor
No Tax on Tips Act passed unanimously in the Senate
No Tax on Tips Act passed unanimously in the Senate
May 22, 2025
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2 Min Read
byJoanna Fantozzi, Senior Editor

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