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Will Starbucks' union vote touch off a new labor crisis?

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 12, 2021

What happens in Buffalo, N.Y., during the next few weeks could yield an answer. And the situation isn't looking good for the coffee giant.

Operations

How struggles in 2020 positioned indies for future success

 By Liz Barrett Foster on Nov. 12, 2021

Top-earning independent restaurant operators share the strategies they’re using to fight back against the latest industry woes.

Financing

The restaurant industry is doing great, or maybe it isn’t

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 12, 2021

The Bottom Line: Cash flow is at record levels for many operators, valuations are strong, but the operating environment remains brutal.

Financing

The pandemic has proven Paul Brown right

Nov. 12, 2021

The Bottom Line: The CEO of Inspire Brands foresaw changes that would give big companies a huge advantage. That’s exactly what has happened.

Operations

Pivot, pivot, pivot: How top independents made it through 2020

By Liz Barrett Foster on Nov. 12, 2021

Leading independent restaurant operators share lessons, tips, and strategies they used to survive the industry’s worst year on record.

Operations

Ghost kitchens unlock big-city real estate for casual dining

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 11, 2021

Chains like Cracker Barrel and Chili’s are using small-format kitchens to go places they couldn’t before.

Operations

Inside the great catering comeback of 2021

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 11, 2021

As workers return to their offices and the holiday season gets underway, restaurants in every segment are ramping up catering programs to feed increased demand.

Financing

Why casual-dining chains may be a good investment bet

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 10, 2021

The Bottom Line: Valuations for fast-food restaurants have taken off this year. But more lenders, and some operators, believe the future is good for full service.

Financing

Here are some tips for a good real estate strategy

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 09, 2021

Companies need to make real estate a top priority and develop a strategy that suits their needs. And pay attention to the details.

Food

Menus take on holiday spirit and core items get an update

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 09, 2021

Taste Tracker: Thanksgiving specials at Lazy Dog, Bob Evans, La Madeleine and Baskin-Robbins; El Pollo Loco, Dutch Bros, Dunkin’ and Scooter’s jump ahead to Christmas; bowls roll out at Friendly’s and Vitality Bowls; bacon trends at Church’s and Smokey Bones gets meaty.

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