Restaurant Business

Leadership

Boston Market names Frances Allen CEO

The former Jack in the Box president is taking over for the retiring George Michel.

Financing

‘Joint employer’ threat is back

A ruling that arose from a conflict of interest has exposed franchisors once again to being held liable for franchisees' employment policies and practices.

Truly innovative concepts—those that find solutions to perennial problems like rising real estate and labor costs—are rare birds indeed. Here’s a look at some of the game-changers that opened in 2017.

Rave Restaurant Group has hatched a plan to roll the concept into the c-store business.

The convenience store chain launches a fast-casual taco concept and bar.

A 23,000-square-foot Reserve Roastery, the second in the U.S., just opened in New York City.

The awards spotlight excellence in business-to-business media.

The pizza chain’s new Hotspots program delivers to more than 150,000 places without traditional addresses.

Owners of pass-through companies would get some relief, but the qualifications suggest not all restaurateurs would qualify.

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