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Fast-food prices soar with higher labor costs

 By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 14, 2021

Limited-service menu prices rose 6.9% while full-service prices were up 4.9% last month as costs rise and consumers shift away from value.

Financing

Get ready for another sort of cost pressure

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 21, 2021

A new type of environmental bill aims to push recycling costs back on packaging users and suppliers. A law has already been passed in Maine, and 10 other states are expected to consider similar measures.

Financing

How long will restaurant traffic remain an afterthought?

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 14, 2021

Sales continue to surge at many restaurant chains as operators raise prices and customers make bigger orders. But traffic will have to be a concern eventually, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Menu prices keep soaring, but grocers are raising prices, too

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 13, 2021

The industry increased prices at a post-pandemic high in June, but grocery price inflation increased as cost pressures mount.

Operations

More than half of NYC residents would consider a restaurant subscription, study finds

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 21, 2020

The survey also found that 5% would check out that model if it'd help a favorite restaurant stay afloat.

Technology

Grubhub, Uber and Postmates accused of antitrust violations

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 08, 2020

A lawsuit says the platforms’ high commissions and pricing restrictions are stifling competition.

Operations

Offset labor costs with menu, purchasing and inventory excellence

Sponsored content from our partner Fourth on Jan. 18, 2019

To counterbalance higher labor costs, many restaurants have started focusing on optimization opportunities within their organizations.

Financing

Higher prices are hurting restaurant traffic

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 02, 2018

Companies such as McDonald’s and Starbucks are still losing customers, and inflation is one reason, says RB’s the Bottom Line.

Financing

Was Starbucks’ price hike a good idea?

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 08, 2018

The company is risking more traffic challenges with steep price increases, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Emerging Brands

The Future 50 2010

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. 28, 2016

Restaurant Business Magazine's annual ranking of the fastest growing small chains in America.

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