Dining has taken on a different meaning for many Americans. In 2020, nearly 90% of consumers ordered takeaway, delivery or assembled a meal kit — and diners across all locations and age groups plan to keep mixing up their options going forth. It’s up to forward-thinking foodservice operators to consider how to appeal to all…
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To combat the chicken wing shortage, Wingstop, one of the latest national restaurant brands to test a virtual-only concept, has launched a thigh-based brand called Thighstop.
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Houston-based Luby’s Inc. has agreed to sell Luby’s Cafeteria, a Texas staple dating back to 1947, for $28.7 million as part of its liquidation plan.
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For the past several years, restaurants have increasingly looked to technology to increase efficiency, reduce labor and generally modernize their operations. The COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions imposed to limit its spread accelerated that trend and compelled many restaurant operators toward an increasing reliance on technological tools and solutions. From online ordering and delivery apps…
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Black Titan Franchise Systems—a newly formed affiliate of Fuddruckers franchisee Nicholas Perkins—will achieve master ownership of the Fuddruckers brand.
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ACP Inc. announced its appointment of manufacturer’s rep Professional Reps in Colorado, Utah and Wyoming, effective July 5.
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In 2020, the average preventative maintenance cost for a restaurant operator ranged from $516.22 for electrical repairs to $906.47 for plumbing repairs, according to 86 Repairs.
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The barbecue chain, which also offers two virtual brands, has teamed up with ghost kitchen franchise Combo Kitchen.
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Restaurant sales lost steam in the first week of June, Black Box Intelligence reports, but data for the full month of May paints a more positive picture.
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Starbucks announced the promotions of John Culver, Michael Conway and Michelle Burns.
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