Continue to Site >>>

News

Financing

Twin Peaks’ sales keep climbing

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 14, 2018

The company says its same-store sales rose 9.4% in the second quarter, thanks in part to its focus on sports.

Financing

Noon Mediterranean files for bankruptcy

 By Heather Lalley on Aug. 14, 2018

The fast-casual restaurant concept has closed seven units and laid off 89 employees.

Financing

Steak ‘n Shake wants to sell all of its company stores

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 14, 2018

The chain is offering to sell partnerships in all 400 locations for $10,000.

Financing

With store count falling, Papa John’s starts helping franchisees

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 13, 2018

Franchisee leaders back the company’s response to the John Schnatter controversy.

Financing

The burger business takes a big hit

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 13, 2018

Chains like McDonald’s and Shake Shack find themselves torn between pricing and traffic, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Food

McDonald’s is testing a French toast sandwich

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 13, 2018

The company is testing a McGriddles French Toast breakfast sandwich as it seeks to win back breakfast customers.

Financing

Don’t know RCI Hospitality Holdings? Maybe you should

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 13, 2018

RCI is building an empire of gentlemen’s clubs and breastaurants. And the strategy is paying off.

Emerging Brands

6 new restaurants that could be ripe for expansion

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 13, 2018

Here’s a look at some recently opened on-trend restaurants that just might have the legs to gain ground.

Financing

Famous Dave’s stock plunges after earnings

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 13, 2018

The company reported its second-straight profitable quarter.

Financing

Jack in the Box is making a huge investment in drive-thrus

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 10, 2018

The company hopes the improvements and a focus on speed will bolster sales.

  • Page 1060