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Week in Review: Keke's plans a growth spurt, James Beard Awards celebrates immigrants and more

 By Heather Lalley on Jun. 20, 2025

A look back at the week’s biggest news in the restaurant industry from Restaurant Business.

Financing

Consumers are worried about tariffs. Restaurants less so

 By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2025

Restaurant chains report minimal tariff impact on food costs as domestic sourcing shields operators, but the industry is bracing for potential price increases this summer. Learn what restaurant brands and segments face the greatest risk.

Financing

Hulkamania is coming for Hooters

By Jonathan Maze and Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 20, 2025

The Week in Restaurants: In this week’s episode of the restaurant news discussion podcast, Hulk Hogan is trying to buy Hooters, Yum Brands has a new CEO and c-stores are coming for fast food.

Leadership

Smalls Sliders, Karl Strauss Brewing among chains making leadership moves

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 20, 2025

Executive Summary: Here are the latest leadership shifts in the restaurant industry.

Financing

Olive Garden parent Darden Restaurants could sell Bahama Breeze

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 20, 2025

After closing 15 Bahama Breeze locations, the company is considering strategic alternatives for the Caribbean-inspired seafood chain, including a sale.

Financing

Olive Garden sales surge on delivery and free take-home meals

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 20, 2025

Same-store sales rose 6.9% at the Italian casual-dining chain as its investments in affordability and Uber delivery paid off.

Financing

Hulk Hogan's Real American Beer brand is trying to buy Hooters

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 18, 2025

The former WWE wrestler’s fledgling beer company is reportedly planning a bid for the bankrupt breastaurant chain, although Hooters already has another buyer lined up.

Financing

'The world needs Starbucks:' How Brian Niccol plans to revive the coffee chain

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 18, 2025

The Starbucks CEO detailed his “Back to Starbucks” plan to 14,000 cheering leaders of the coffee shop giant in Las Vegas this month. And he said the effort is important far beyond the company.

Financing

In the fast-food world, growth is coming from drinks and desserts

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 18, 2025

The Bottom Line: The highest-growth quick-service chains cannot be found in traditional sectors but among coffee, beverage and dessert brands. What does this say about the restaurant industry?

Food

Taco John's travels back to its 'West-Mex' roots to spice up the menu

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 18, 2025

Behind the Menu: Starting with its new Fiesta sauce and maximizing what’s already stocked in the pantry, the Mexican fast-food chain is driving flavor throughout its platform.

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