While the National Restaurant Association’s RPI dipped in April, May proved to be a stronger month, with restaurant operators reporting positive same-store sales and traffic compared to last year.
Pete Butorac will handle equipment and smallwares sales in the Wisconsin region.
The acquisition expands Middleby’s portfolio of beverage brands and grows its offerings in ice.
In the research firm’s new 2022 Midyear Update, Technomic adjusts its outlook to predict the restaurant and bar industry will grow 6.1% on a nominal basis.
Alsip, Ill.-based Smart Care Equipment Solutions is increasing its operational density in the Mid-Atlantic region with the acquisition of Dutton Food Equipment Repair.
LongHorn Steakhouse, Texas Roadhouse and Chick-fil-A were among restaurant brands earning the highest customer satisfaction scores.
A new autonomous pizza robot that can cook a pizza from start to finish is making its way to the 12-unit pizza chain Slice Factory.
The Asian fast-casual chain says the tech will cut cooking time, improve efficiencies and support better chef retention.
The Japanese concept has implemented the new technology that brings beverages and condiments tableside at all 37 locations.
A report from Dinova and Technomic predicts that the Business Dining Index could hit 96 by the end of the year.