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Chipotle agrees to pay NYC workers up to $20M

The city had charged the burrito chain with violating scheduling and sick leave rules. The settlement affects about 13,000 workers.

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Famous Dave’s is getting a new owner, but strategy won’t change

With its vast family of brands, MTY Food Group could be an ideal partner for BBQ Holdings’ unique approach to growth.

Following a successful $10 meal deal, the chain is queuing up happy hour and lunch specials, even as it works to keep costs down.

The burger chain, which last year announced a bold deal to open 700 locations in Reef Kitchens, now plans to open as few as 100 after Wendy’s “reevaluated” its development commitment.

Food away from home inflation was 7.6% last month and prices held steady at both full-service and limited-service restaurants. Overall, consumer prices were flat in the month.

The company, which also owns Del Taco, said sales accelerated at the end of last quarter, while more dining rooms reopen and supply chain disruptions ease.

The sale of the locations in North and South Carolina will make the chain 100% franchised for the first time since 2018.

The chain is adding the virtual brand’s items to its in-store menu. It’s also testing a second delivery-only brand in about 100 restaurants.

The private equity fund will merge the 750-unit burrito chain with Modern Market and Lemonade owner Modern Market Concepts.

Same-store sales at the a.m. chain rose 13.4% in the second quarter as customers continue to flock to its restaurants.

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