Sonic

Dunkin’ Brands CEO: McDonald’s all-day breakfast is ‘a good thing’

By Kelsey Squire on Oct. 23, 2015

The burger giant’s biggest turnaround move is not a threat to Dunkin’ Donuts, Nigel Travis said.

Top 500 Chains

Sonic Drive-In

Jun. 12, 2017

The drive-in chain known for its drink specials recently completed a refranchising program

Food

Speed-scratch prep builds dessert sales

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 17, 2015

Some operators are going the speed-scratch route, starting with ready-made components and adding fresh ingredients back-of-house to create signature desserts.

Technology

This week’s 4 head-spinning moments: Slow sizzlers

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 07, 2017

The restaurant industry had its own fireworks in recent days. They were just a little harder to spot.

Consumer Trends

3 emerging trends we’re watching

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 17, 2016

Keep an eye out for a new era of salad bars, more satisfaction guarantees and Black Restaurant Weeks.

Sonic to debut shakes specifically designed for Instagram

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 06, 2016

The square-shaped shakes will also be sold through the social media platform.

Operations

The largest limited-service franchisees by region

By Mary Chapman on Aug. 04, 2017

A look at the largest franchisees in each region finds companies that are experts in their markets, and have local management and distribution to support franchisee stores.

Beverage

New strategies to boost soft drink sales

By Maggie Hennessy on Jun. 21, 2016

Not all chains are willing to turn their backs on high-margin sodas. Instead, some are giving on customers who are big purchasers more reasons to buy.

Marketing

Mastering social media's new tools: Facebook

By Benita Gingerella and Lisa White on Sep. 18, 2017

Facebook’s 360 photos and videos allow brands to give users a more interactive and immersive social media experience.

Shoney's Wall St. woes

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 15, 1997

On March 26th of this year, Shoney's CEO Steve Lynn met with his shareholders in the fifth floor auditorium of the First American Center in Nashville.

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