News

Leadership

Tom Sacco named CEO of Happy Joe's and Tony Sacco's chains

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 22, 2021

He will also carry the title of chief happiness officer.

Financing

Investment firm buys a stake in Beans & Brews Coffeehouse

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2021

Charger Investment Partners has completed a growth investment in the Utah-based chain.

Operations

One small operator’s pandemic opening-closing-opening saga

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 22, 2021

The owner of Fannie’s Cafe in Chicago closed the doors of her bakery-cafe only to receive a business-saving grant a few weeks later, leaving her with a tough choice.

Financing

City Capital Ventures takes a majority stake in a New Jersey Burger King franchisee

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2021

Rackson Restaurants, which also operates Popeyes, operates more than 55 locations and has plans to grow larger.

Leadership

What restaurants can expect under Biden

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 22, 2021

In a flurry of activity and a host of public addresses, the new president has revealed plans with significant implications for the industry.

Financing

BJ's Restaurants sees sales climb back to pre-holiday levels

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 22, 2021

The rise in per-restaurant revenue came despite the continuing suspension of indoor dining in California, the casual chain's largest market.

Food

Chick-fil-A is taking its spicy grilled chicken sandwich national

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2021

The chicken chain is releasing a rare national limited time offer beginning on Monday as the fast-food business continues to go crazy for chicken sandwiches.

Operations