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Jollibee's chicken-centric menu welcomes new smashed burgers in the U.S.

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Mike Tattersfield's vision for Salad and Go's disruptive future

A week in as CEO of the quick-service drive-thru salad concept, Tattersfield sees unique potential for a brand that could make healthful eating accessible, and a bit more fun.

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There’s been a lot of buzz about the evils of seed oils, and some restaurants are listening and making a switch. But the scientific community isn’t all in. Here's a rundown of the slippery issue.

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Despite consumer weakness that is hitting just about every other U.S. fast-food brand right now, the Mexican chain continued to thrive last quarter. And it has big plans for more.

Uncertainty in the macro environment slowed sales for the fast-casual chicken brand. But CEO Michael Skipworth said the brand is in a good position to navigate what he feels will be short-term pain.

Jason Cochran will become the fast-casual chain's operations chief officially on Monday, replacing outgoing COO Rossann Williams.

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret chat about new menu items hitting chains lately and dual-branded concepts, then share an interview with Jay Kumar of Lore Restaurant in Brooklyn, N.Y.

The sandwich giant closed more than 600 U.S. locations in 2024, according to the company’s franchise disclosure documents. It has fewer domestic restaurants than it’s had in 20 years.

Same-store sales soared 31.6% at the casual-dining chain as it continued to ride the success of its value meals, Triple Dipper platters and operational improvements. Now the question is how it will top its recent hot streak.