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A focus on ingredients sets Rush Bowls apart in a crowded segment

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 16, 2024

Founder and CEO Andrew Pudalov started the better-for-you bowls brand after a career in finance.

Emerging Brands

Original ChopShop aims for fast-casual sweet spot

By Lisa Jennings on Sep. 16, 2024

A diverse menu gives those bored with single-focus concepts something different.

Operations

Consumer trends are on Great Greek Mediterranean Grill's side

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 16, 2024

The fast-casual Mediterranean chain says it is getting customers who want a good in-restaurant experience as well as those who want a family-style meal at home.

Emerging Brands

Quick-service chains take center stage on the Future 50

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 16, 2024

Limited-service restaurants dominate the 2024 ranking of up-and-coming restaurant concepts. Beverages, snacks and desserts take center stage.

Emerging Brands

Five Iron Golf is serious about golf, and food

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 16, 2024

The food-and-golf concept is serious about growing its sport. But it also means business when it comes to the menu.

Financing

At Olive Garden, signs of a stronger consumer

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 13, 2024

Traffic at the Italian casual-dining chain and its sister brands was positive for much of the summer, suggesting that value offers are working and customers are feeling more confident.

Financing

BurgerFi International blames rising costs for its bankruptcy filing

By Lisa Jennings on Sep. 13, 2024

Court documents indicate the Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and BurgerFi brands may have separate bidders. And here's a list of locations closed in August and September.

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