design

3 stealable ideas from popular Chicago operators

By Sara Rush Wirth on Oct. 07, 2016

Chef Stephanie Izard's latest restaurant and other nearby spots offer up some business ideas operators should check out.

Taco Bell debuts new unit designs

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 14, 2016

The chain has revamped the look of four restaurants near its California headquarters.

Biscuits get a boost in Bojangles’ new prototype

By Kelsey Squire and Lauren Hallow on Nov. 15, 2016

The chain’s new unit design will feature exhibition baking via its so-called Biscuit Theater.

Shoney’s reveals new unit design

By Kelsey Squire on Nov. 17, 2016

The layout aims to appeal to younger diners with a full-service bar and a new prepared foods section.

Technology

5 tips for creating in-house playlists

By Alaina Lancaster on Jan. 10, 2017

Operators sound off on the tricks to featuring the right tunes.

Emerging Brands

Inside Philly’s 24-hour mixed-service spot

By Lauren Hallow on Jan. 13, 2017

Chef Jose Garces—named one of RB’s Power 20 operators last year for his local empire—switched gears with an Italian concept in Philadelphia called 24 Wood Fired Fare.

Consumer Trends

Catering restaurants to kids

By Alaina Lancaster on Jan. 17, 2017

Beyond a carton of crayons and toys, operators have found new ways to provide contemporary family-friendly atmospheres through research, design and partnerships.

Food quality isn’t all-important at restaurants, new study finds

By Jill Failla on Feb. 21, 2017

Other attributes rank higher than food quality when it comes to how much consumers will pay at restaurants, the research shows.

Emerging Brands

8 new concepts we’re eyeing

By Lauren Hallow on Feb. 23, 2017

This latest openings roundup includes a new prototype from Panda Express, a counter-service steakhouse and the newest concept from Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

Consumer Trends

3 trendlettes to watch for March

By Alaina Lancaster on Mar. 01, 2017

Restaurants court consumers with concepts designed for next-level hospitality and social engagement.

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