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Popeyes’ chicken sandwich success puts more pressure on McDonald’s

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 26, 2019

One of the chain’s most prominent operators says the company is working on its own Chick-fil-A competitor, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Del Taco at risk of a stock delisting

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 23, 2019

The Mexican fast-food chain is in danger of a delisting following the departure of an independent director.

Marketing

Red Robin’s Q2 traffic falls 6.4% as bargains are downplayed

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 23, 2019

Management is focusing on higher-priced menu options to help margins while aiming to please value-hunters with improved operations.

Workforce

Police arrest a cook suspected of planning a mass shooting

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 22, 2019

The authorities say the hotel kitchen worker was upset about employment “issues.”

Emerging Brands

How a snack-sized offering is helping Dill & Parsley grow

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 22, 2019

Created by accident, the Mediterranean fast casual’s “minibowls” are now drawing mega sales.

Financing

Restaurant sales improve, but signs of weakness abound

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 22, 2019

Investment in the industry is up, along with same-store sales, but bankruptcies and store closures are more common. RB’s The Bottom Line tries to make sense of it.

Leadership

Fiesta Restaurant Group hires industry vet for CFO post

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 22, 2019

Dirk Montgomery has served as chief financial officer for Hooters International and Bloomin’ Brands.

Marketing

KFC unleashes Mac & Cheese Bowls on the world

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 22, 2019

The chain is making the side dish a center-of-the-plate item with the addition of chicken.

Workforce

Union power leans on presidential hopefuls to force collective bargaining

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 22, 2019

The SEIU wants McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Burger King to be summoned to the negotiating table.

Leadership

Saladworks names Kelly Roddy CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 21, 2019

The industry veteran vows to put the “on-trend” brand’s growth into high gear, and quickly.

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