News

The retail giant hopes to come up with a shopping and entertainment center that’s viable for the times. Foodservice options figure prominently into the plan.

Financing

The restaurant IPO market shows signs of thawing

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

Joe & the Juice and Focus Brands are reportedly considering IPOs, which would be the first in three years, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Food

McDonald’s is testing made-to-order chicken

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 29, 2018

The company is serving an Ultimate Chicken Sandwich and Ultimate Chicken Tenders in western Washington.

Emerging Brands

Elite Restaurant Group finalizes purchase of Noon Mediterranean

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 29, 2018

The group is eyeing two other restaurant acquisitions in coming months, according to its president.

Operations

3 restaurants blurring the lines with in-house c-stores and grocery

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 29, 2018

These concepts are hoping consumers will want to grab a meal now—and fixings for another meal or snack later.

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News

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Walmart’s new restaurant play

The restaurant IPO market shows signs of thawing

McDonald’s is testing made-to-order chicken

Elite Restaurant Group finalizes purchase of Noon Mediterranean

3 restaurants blurring the lines with in-house c-stores and grocery

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