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With CosMc's, McDonald's shows its risk-taking side

The Bottom Line: The first unit of McDonald’s opened to long lines in its first two days. The concept proves that the company can get attention. And it’s willing to take some chances.

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Big restaurant chains get aggressive on unit growth

The Bottom Line: Yum Brands, McDonald’s and Domino’s are all making a big push to accelerate growth. Most of it will come outside the U.S. But they have domestic plans, too.

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Chris Kempczinski changes his tune on restaurant automation

The Bottom Line: While noting that humans will continue to drive restaurants, the McDonald’s CEO notes that the calculus on automation gets closer as labor costs soar.

Restaurant service charges are suddenly everywhere. What gives?

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National Restaurant Association takes aim at FTC's proposal to kill add-on fees

The association wants operators to speak out against a ban on service fees, which have become increasingly popular at restaurants.

Technology

SoundHound AI is buying another AI vendor, SYNQ3

The deal will expand the scope of SoundHound's operations to 10,000 locations across 25 chains, the buyer said. Terms were not disclosed.

Marketing

Pizza Hut is giving away free pizza to delivery drivers

Marketing Bites: Pizza Hut says thank you to delivery drivers, Wingstop launches a card game and Shoney’s celebrates National Free Hot Fudge Cake Day.

Food

Outback Steakhouse innovates the menu by giving equal play to food and drink

Becky Boyd, Director of Menu Innovation & Strategy for parent company Bloomin’ Brands, talks about how she and her team are firing up R&D activity.

Operations

How higher wages at Cava help boost traffic

Because the fast-casual chain had already invested in increasing pay, they were ahead of the game when the labor crisis hit. As a result, Cava hasn't raised menu prices as much as peers, giving guests a strong perception of value.

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Chris Kempczinski changes his tune on restaurant automation

The Bottom Line: While noting that humans will continue to drive restaurants, the McDonald’s CEO notes that the calculus on automation gets closer as labor costs soar.

Operations

Former Eataly exec named CEO of Creative Culinary Management

A subsidiary of Jean-Georges Restaurant Holding Co., the group manages the restaurant portfolio of New York City's South Street Seaport neighborhood.

Domino's regains its momentum

Domino's regains its momentum

Restaurants find unlikely allies in the push to roll back credit card fees

With CosMc's, McDonald's shows its risk-taking side

Big restaurant chains get aggressive on unit growth

Walk-On's and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill name new executives

Chipotle helps its smaller suppliers find access to capital

Starbucks urges baristas' union chief to restart contract negotiations, this time with a deadline

Beef prices are soaring. It won't get better anytime soon

How higher wages at Cava help boost traffic

BJ's, Maggiano's and Firebirds go all in for the holidays