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Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Mission Taco Joint

 By Heather Lalley on Nov. 24, 2020

How a full-service burrito-and-margarita concept is staying true to its mission and focusing on internal growth during the coronavirus crisis.

Financing

Applebee's prepares for the launch of its virtual chicken concept

 By Peter Romeo on Oct. 28, 2020

Neighborhood Wings by Applebee's is currently being tested in 700 locations, with a rollout expected in the first quarter of 2021.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Chi’lantro BBQ

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 09, 2020

How a Korean-Mexican fast casual got back in touch with its food truck roots to navigate the pandemic.

Food

Taco Bell Cantina goes to college

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 06, 2020

A franchisee is bringing the chain’s elevated concept to the University of Texas at Dallas.

Emerging Brands

5 things to know about: Tacos 4 Life

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 25, 2020

How a mission-driven taco concept shook up its under-utilized drive-thrus during a crisis.

Emerging Brands

Beef 'O' Brady's parent opts for a brick-and-mortar new chicken concept

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 24, 2020

The Hatchery will feature an array of chicken items in a limited-service format with an emphasis on to-go.

Topics

Punch Bowl's founder bets on what's next for millennials and Gen Zers

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 17, 2020

Robert Thompson has ideas about what those generations will embrace. Here are 3.

Emerging Brands

Robert Earl says he’s out to save independent restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 06, 2020

Not coincidentally, his new virtual venture may add to his success, too.

Emerging Brands

Catching up with the Future 50 graduates

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 08, 2020

Twelve chains from last year's ranking outgrew the list. Where are they now?

Operations

The long and dizzying ride that led to Chuck E. Cheese's bankruptcy

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 26, 2020

The fun-and-food chain offered plenty of action off-stage in its 43-year history.

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