Peter Romeo

A new survey from the National Restaurant Association shows inflation putting a stronger spotlight on preserving margins.

Police reports suggest that his death was the result of suicide, but that cause has yet to be verified by the authorities.

Some proprietors say they don't want the considerable strain of having a union shop. Others say it's just a coincidence. But labor says it's nothing more than spin-doctored union busting.

The soccer tournament provided a sales lift for 75% of the city's restaurants and bars, according to the New York City Hospitality Alliance.

Last week's omnibus spending bill requires employers to pay for mothers' time expressing breast milk on the job, and to provide increased accommodations for pregnant workers.

Here are the dark clouds that could temper restaurants’ enthusiasm for a new year. Then again, the threats could drive them to harder partying.