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Six questions the pandemic has yet to answer for restaurants

As the crisis enters its fifth month, operators are still looking for insight on these matters keeping them up at night.

Leadership

Bracing for the other half of cornavirus' one-two punch

With the industry in contraction mode, how will tomorrow's restaurant leaders be forged?

Financing

Good Times feels the pandemic’s differing impact on quick service vs. casual dining

Its two chains saw similar sales shifts—one sharply up, the other steeply down

Food

Big Boy loses his job over a chicken sandwich

The burger chain has introduced a new mascot, Dolly, to hawk a sandwich aimed at competing with Popeyes' hot product.

Financing

TGI Friday's, Ruby Tuesday among chains that received PPP funds

The SBA released detailed information revealing which companies received federal stimulus dollars. Here's a look at some of the restaurants that received them.

Operations

Miami-Dade recloses restaurant dining rooms

Its mayor says the emergency action is needed to keep local hospitals from being overwhelmed, making it the latest major jurisdiction to shut down over the coronavirus resurgence.

Operations

Chicago and Illinois take action to avert reclosings

Places that are lax on safety measures will be closed or fined, and customers are being implored to follow protocols.

Operations

California to police COVID-19 protocols with ‘strike teams’

Squads drawn from seven state agencies will work with county officials to crack down on repeat offenders. Gov. Gavin Newsom cited restaurants and bars as prime examples.

Financing