politics

How the restaurant industry fared in the State of the Union address

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 27, 2026

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast looks at whether the president's annual address this year offered anything for restaurants. And a look at "Fair Share" health legislation in Washington state.

Operations

With SNAP benefits about to be cut off, restaurants step up to feed children and seniors

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 29, 2025

Federal lawmakers continue to be at an impasse over funding the government, including a vital antipoverty program that feeds millions of Americans in need. A growing movement among restaurants could help fill the gap.

Operations

The big, beautiful bungle on food donation

By Joe Kefauver on Oct. 01, 2025

President Trump’s signature bill eliminates tax deductions for corporations that do not exceed 1% of their taxable income. That could devastate restaurant chains’ food donation efforts.

Workforce

Texas Roadhouse hit with right-wing attack over DEI

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 01, 2025

The Trump-affiliated America First Legal, which is also pressuring Cracker Barrel, argued that Texas Roadhouse’s diversity initiatives discriminate against white men.

Workforce

Pro-Trump group targets Cracker Barrel over DEI

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 23, 2025

America First Legal, the nonprofit led by Trump aide Stephen Miller, is calling for a state and federal investigation into the family-dining chain’s diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

Leadership

José Andrés receives the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 06, 2025

The nation's top civilian honor was awarded to the chef in recognition of his efforts to feed individuals in crisis situations—and for introducing tapas to the American mainstream.

Financing