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Starbucks' latest union battle is over its board

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 23, 2024

Labor activists argue that the company’s union stance has been bad for its brand and warrants new board members. The coffee shop chain is pushing back hard.

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Pay hike for couriers shakes up food delivery in NYC

 By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 23, 2024

Customers are paying more, and couriers are working less. What it all means for restaurants is still unclear, but some fear it could get ugly.

Food

Mid-season menu deals at Fogo de Chao, O'Charley's and Perkins

Feb. 22, 2024

Taste Tracker: Golden Corral, Whataburger, White Castle and Krystal reel in seafood; jackfruit becomes permanent at Smashburger; bowls boom at Taco Cabana and WaBa Grill; and Twin Peaks crafts new cocktails.

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In an uncertain economy, The Cheesecake Factory remains predictable

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 22, 2024

The chain delivered another quarter of steady growth and few surprises. "Operators were in full control," said CFO Matthew Clark.

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Burgerim, and its founder, are banned from selling franchises in the U.S.

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 22, 2024

A judge quietly issued a default judgment against the burger chain last month after it failed to respond to the government’s lawsuit against the franchise.

Food

Mendocino Farms masters a meaty Philly cheesesteak sandwich—without the meat

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 22, 2024

Behind the Menu: The fast casual uses a mushroom-based meat alternative for its Philly Shroomsteak Sandwich, a new menu item targeted to flexitarians, not just vegans.

Food

IHOP hits the accelerator on menu innovation with chef Arthur Carl at the helm

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 22, 2024

As VP of culinary at the chain, Carl is filling menu gaps by balancing creativity with value.

Financing

Jack in the Box puts its faith in the Smashed Jack

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 22, 2024

The brand’s sales have been slow so far this year due to weather and low-income consumers. But executives believe a better value offering and a new burger will change things.

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Financial roundup: Olo, US Foods, Ark Restaurants, newcomer Pinstripes, Chuy's

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 22, 2024

This earnings season brought the addition of newly public food-and-games concept Pinstripes. Here in brief are how it and several other public companies fared during the latter part of 2023.

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Rapidly expanding Dutch Bros is opening another support center in Arizona

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 22, 2024

The drive-thru coffee chain opened more shops in its history last year as sales accelerated. And it is also opening shops in Florida.

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