News

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 08, 2022

The burger chain broke ground on a new prototype with fewer or no seats, which it says can save on buildout costs and could prompt more development.

Financing

Ruth's Chris sees some relief on beef costs

By Joe Guszkowski and Jonathan Maze on Aug. 08, 2022

Earnings Roundup: Chuy's sales hurt by the Texas heat and Fat Brands looks for more acquisition targets.

Food

Papa John’s ditches the crust in its latest menu item

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 08, 2022

The pizza chain is coming out with a line of Papa Bowls that feature pizza toppings without the crust.

Financing

Some restaurants see a cautious consumer. Others, not so much

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 08, 2022

Executives with some chains say their diners are shifting to discounts while others say their customers are spending more.

Food

Taco Bell will serve Milk Bar's Strawberry Bell Truffle in select locations

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 08, 2022

The dessert mashup, created by Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi and her team, blends sweet and salty flavors and bits of crunchy taco shell into a bite-size cake ball.

Operations

Restaurants continue to flex their muscles in Washington D.C.

By Restaurant Business Staff on Aug. 08, 2022

Working Lunch: The podcast from Align Public Strategies features a discussion on the restaurant industry’s run of political success.

Premium

Food

From pickle juice to peanut butter, flavor tops the news

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 08, 2022

Taste Tracker: Pickles to eat and drink at Sonic; BJs gets peanutty; Hatch chilies heat up Taco Cabana; Taco Bell does a corny strawberry dessert; Mooyah’s, Baskin-Robbins and Dolly Llama shake up cookies; and watermelon continues to trend.

Leadership