Mexican

Operators are ripe with uncertainty over avocado ban

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 17, 2022

Nearly a week after the U.S. halted avocado imports from Mexico, restaurant operators around the country are counting how much supply they have left and figuring out what to do next.

Operations

Chipotle to mid-sized cities: We’re coming for you

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 09, 2022

The burrito giant this week upped its long-term openings forecast, saying it is seeing strong momentum in a relatively new strategy focused on previously overlooked locations.

Marketing

Del Taco launches a new value menu

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 05, 2022

The company’s "20 Under $2” menu features a large number of new and existing products.

Food

Craft high-margin meals with authentic global flavors

Sponsored content from our partner Sigma Foodservice USA on Nov. 30, 2021

Consumers are seeking authentic global flavors on quick-service and fast-casual restaurant menus, and they are willing to pay a premium for these culinary experiences. “Global flavors are among the...

Emerging Brands

Golden Corral parent partners to expand Taco Bamba

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 09, 2021

The six-unit fast-casual chain, known for its inventive taco fillings, is readying for initial growth around the East Coast thanks to an undisclosed investment deal from Investors Management Corporation.

Emerging Brands

Rick Bayless-Jollibee fast-casual concept is getting ready to expand

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 05, 2021

One Tortazo unit opened just before the pandemic began, but a second location of the Mexican sandwich concept recently opened in New York City. The brand said it remains bullish on urban centers despite the challenges.

Financing

At Del Taco, food costs soar and so do prices

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 15, 2021

The Mexican chain said that labor challenges are costing it business but noted that sales have picked up in recent weeks.

Financing

'South Park' creators to buy landmark Casa Bonita restaurant for $3.1M

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 30, 2021

Pending bankruptcy court approval, Trey Parker and Matt Stone become the new owners of the beloved 47-year-old Denver-area roadside attraction they’d featured in their animated series.

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