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Emerging Brands

New brands and soon-to-open concepts worth watching

Emerging Brands

Chili's parent is going big-time into virtual concepts

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2020

Brinker International's first venture is already generating sales at the rate of $150 million a year, and several more brands are in test.

Emerging Brands

Longtime a.m. rival of Dunkin’ raises the competition

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 11, 2020

The Cumberland Farms c-store chain is introducing an in-store bakery-cafe featuring freshly made foods and coffees.

Emerging Brands

Robert Earl says he’s out to save independent restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 06, 2020

Not coincidentally, his new virtual venture may add to his success, too.

Emerging Brands

Catching up with the Future 50 graduates

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 08, 2020

Twelve chains from last year's ranking outgrew the list. Where are they now?

Emerging Brands

What’s trending in the Future 50?

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 08, 2020

Here are 10 currents arising from this year’s list.

Emerging Brands

Shake Shack named 2020 Pacesetter Award winner

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 15, 2020

The fast-casual burger brand continues to grow through strong leadership and innovation.

Emerging Brands

Naansense gets investment from Venture Kitchen to grow into a national brand

By Heather Lalley on May 14, 2020

The two-unit Indian fast-casual concept joins Venture Kitchen’s portfolio, which includes Blackwood BBQ and INVICTO.

Emerging Brands

Top 500: A changing of the guard in family dining

By Peter Romeo on May 13, 2020

Daytime dining brands are stealing the mantle of old-guard three-meal concepts.

Emerging Brands

Newcomers to the Top 500

By Joe Guszkowski on May 13, 2020

These chains made their debut on the Top 500 ranking.

Emerging Brands

Emerging chains flip from growth mode to survival

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 26, 2020

Restaurant Business has been profiling Buzzworthy Brands for the past year. Many of these brands have had to shift their focus as the coronavirus pandemic halted their growth.

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