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Operations

Firehouse Subs’ Don Fox on the impact of the takeout trend

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 01, 2018

The CEO of the sandwich chain talks about how consumers have changed the company.

Operations

More than 500 people now say they got sick at Chipotle

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 01, 2018

The number increased dramatically after initial reports of a possible outbreak over the weekend.

Financing

For casual dining, delivery isn’t necessary for success

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 31, 2018

Differing approaches by BJ’s and Texas Roadhouse show there’s no single approach, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Leadership

Ark President Bob Stewart dies at 61

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 31, 2018

The finance veteran had spent 16 years with the multiconcept restaurant operator.

Financing

Chipotle closes an Ohio restaurant amid food scare

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 31, 2018

The company’s stock fell 7% after people reported getting sick at a location in a Columbus suburb. The restaurant was set to reopen Tuesday.

Food

Forget ice cream—full-service restaurant chains are betting on burgers this summer

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 31, 2018

A parade of concepts have embraced the staple as their big customer lure.

Financing

Texas Roadhouse reports same-store sales growth of 5.7% for Q2

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 31, 2018

Casual-dining chain Texas Roadhouse is joining a number of others in the category—including BJ’s Restaurants and Brewhouse and Bloomin’ Brands—in reporting sales growth for the recent quarter. Texa...

Food

Dunkin’ Donuts rolls out new $2 snack menu

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 30, 2018

The chain’s new array includes items such as chicken tenders, ham-and-cheese rollups and pretzel nuggets.

Financing

Marketing shifts bring gains for Outback Steakhouse and some sister brands

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 30, 2018

A more local approach to marketing is taking hold at Bloomin’ Brands, while discounting takes a back seat.

Consumer Trends

Instant Intel: Today’s Breakfast Trends

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 30, 2018

Shifting demands are reshaping the morning meal.

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