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Marketing

Denny's hires Sherri Landry as CMO

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 09, 2023

The longtime industry veteran will move over from Chuck E. Cheese's parent company at the end of the month.

Leadership

IHOP names Arthur Carl II VP of culinary

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 12, 2022

The new head chef, tasked with driving the evolution of the menu, brings 30 years of experience to the job.

Consumer Trends

Cracker Barrel says it's winning back silver-haired fans without discouraging young newcomers

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 02, 2022

The highwayside family dining restaurant chain also said it is growing its share among value-conscious consumers.

Technology

Chuck E. Cheese launches family-focused LankyBox virtual brand

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 17, 2022

The brand backed by a popular YouTube channel was created in partnership with MrBeast Burger parent Virtual Dining Concepts.

Leadership

Friendly's parent promotes Sherif Mityas to CEO

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 15, 2022

BRIX Holdings also raised Dawn Petite to president of Friendly's after a 40-year affiliation.

Financing

First Watch feels a tailwind from consumers' inflation adjustments

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 07, 2022

The daytime dining chain says customers are opting for its $15 breakfasts and lunch as a more economical alternative to dining out at dinner.

Financing

IHOP unit growth stunted by permitting, construction delays

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 03, 2022

The pancake chain will push as many as 30 unit openings into next year but said its pipeline is still in good shape.

Leadership

Take the rollercoaster ride that was Shoney's

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 01, 2022

Restaurant Rewind: Once a dominant player in its segment, the family-dining chain sported some of the more memorable CEOs the restaurant industry has ever seen. Come see what we mean.

Technology

Grubbrr acquires live-event ordering app Noble for $5M

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 26, 2022

The deal will give the kiosk technology company a better foothold in stadiums and other venues.

Operations

What opportunities Denny's sees in its new venture, Keke's Breakfast Cafe

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 20, 2022

Concept President David Schmidt speaks with Restaurant Business about his plans. But first, maybe a cheese steak omelet?

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