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Top-tier loyalty members at Starbucks and other chains can get premier perks at Cava

 By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 09, 2025

Cava launches tiered loyalty program with industry-first "status matching." Guests can jump to top Sun tier by showing premium status from airlines, hotels, or rival restaurant chains like Starbucks.

Technology

Prepare for college basketball watch parties with top entertainment investments

 Sponsored content from our partner DIRECTV for BUSINESS℠ National Accounts on Mar. 01, 2025

Driving sales during special events, offering great deals on drinks and food and—of course—making sure there’s reliable broadcasting of the games is critical. Heres’ a few ways restaurants can set themselves apart from the competition—and ensure a great experience for basketball fans all season long.

Marketing

In a battle of $5 meal offers, McDonald’s apparently wins

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 09, 2024

The fast-food burger chain’s $5 Meal Deal has generated more interest than Burger King’s $5 Your Way offer, according to the research firm M Science.

Operations

Chuck E. Cheese offers subscription plan for families seeking value

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 12, 2024

A year-round national Fun Pass offers games and food-and-drink discounts at various tiers for a monthly fee.

Food

Taco Bell brings back the Nacho Fries Lover's Pass and adds a new fry flavor

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 02, 2024

Jalapeño Ranch Nacho Fries make their debut at the Mexican restaurant chain along with a 30-day $10 subscription for rewards members.

Financing

McDonald's will start selling a $5 value meal next month

By Jonathan Maze on May 15, 2024

Franchisees gave their OK to the national value promotion, potentially setting the stage for a summertime price war as inflation-weary customers turn away from restaurants.

Operations

6 trends that reshaped the restaurant industry in 2023

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 20, 2023

New challenges emerged, especially downtown, while many operators looked back wistfully at bygone times, their hands held out for help on costs.

Consumer Trends

Inflation drives surge in happy hour traffic

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 18, 2023

Early evening restaurant visits are up across the board as customers look to socialize while saving some money, according to new data from InMarket.

Marketing

With Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl a day apart, restaurants are covering all bases

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 07, 2022

The upcoming extended weekend can turn out to be a blockbuster or a bust, depending on the whims of consumers.

Marketing

Applebee’s tries 25-cent wings

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 28, 2019

The boneless variety will be offered at that price exclusively for dine-in orders.

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