coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Operations

California set to drop restaurant restrictions on June 15

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 06, 2021

A face mask requirement will remain in place, but the state will otherwise resume "business as usual," according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Operations

Dine-in traffic nears 2019 levels, OpenTable says

By Joe Guszkowski on Apr. 06, 2021

The reservation platform is launching new tools to help guests navigate dining out as they return to restaurants.

Consumer Trends

Consumers plan to stick to most of their pandemic dining habits in the short run

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 05, 2021

Even as vaccinations increase and restrictions decrease, restaurant customers are not changing their behavior so fast.

Workforce

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, Brass Tap offer $100 bonus for vaccines

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 02, 2021

The brands’ franchisor will reimburse franchisees who opt to pay the incentive, which is designed to encourage people to get inoculated against COVID-19.

Operations

Dave & Buster's is betting on sports gambling and virtual brands

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 01, 2021

The food and games chain aired a long list of planned initiatives it hopes will spur its comeback from a difficult pandemic.

Workforce

Whataburger gives staff $90 million in thank-you bonuses

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 31, 2021

The regional burger chain is also revamping its compensation plans to raise unit managers' potential pay above $100,000.

Operations

CDC chief warns of another COVID surge if states don't slow their reopenings

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 30, 2021

Walensky's emotional alert comes as restaurants report strenghening sales under loosened restrictions.

Financing

Famous Dave's cites proof of a rebound for casual dining

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 29, 2021

The barbecue chain andd its sister concept Granite City Food and Brewery both saw sales soar in March, thanks to easing restrictions, vaccinations and easy comparisons.

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