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Tim Hortons and Popeyes find their footing outside the U.S.

 By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 08, 2022

The Bottom Line: The brands’ international unit expansion has taken off, providing parent company Restaurant Brands International with a key growth pillar.

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Luckin Coffee makes a miraculous comeback

 By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 08, 2022

The Bottom Line: The hedge fund manager who exposed the rapidly growing fraud now calls the company’s turnaround a “miracle.”

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John Elway makes a ‘significant’ investment in Tom’s Watch Bar

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 08, 2022

The NFL Hall of Fame quarterback was also named to the board of advisors of the emerging sports bar chain.

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Consumers' return to pre-pandemic dining stalls as lifestyles have shifted

By Lori Rakoczy on Nov. 07, 2022

Technomic's Take: Consumers are not just choosing between one restaurant or another. They're often deciding if it's worth leaving the house.

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Rob Lynch is bullish about the future of pizza

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 07, 2022

Despite sluggish sales for his category, the Papa John’s CEO believes the economy, and the company’s menu strategy, will work in its favor.

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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.

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Window opens for pandemic aid to Texas restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 04, 2022

Under a state program specifically for travel and hospitality businesses, establishments can qualify for grants of up to $20,000.

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Restaurant sales rise, thanks to higher prices

By Jonathan Maze, Lisa Jennings, Peter Romeo and Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 04, 2022

Earnings roundup: Travel rebound lifts Marriott; Noodles and El Pollo Loco push value; lower beef costs help Ruth’s; Pizza Inn’s owner remains profitable and the Texas heat hits Chuy’s.

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Starbucks’ beverage modifiers become a $1B business

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 04, 2022

Younger consumers are ordering more cold beverages that they customize with flavorings and syrups that generate some surprising revenue.

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Central business districts and airports are back for Potbelly

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 04, 2022

Growth in catering also helped the fast-casual chain reach record average unit volumes in the third quarter.

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