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Taco Bell and KFC are rapidly expanding delivery

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 31, 2018

Both chains have the service in 30% of their U.S. systems through parent company Yum Brands’ Grubhub partnership.

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Denny’s moves to refranchise

 By Heather Lalley on Oct. 31, 2018

The family-dining stalwart will be almost entirely franchisee-owned.

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How Domino’s plans to keep its momentum

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 31, 2018

This week’s episode of "A Deeper Dive" features Domino’s CEO Ritch Allison talking international growth, technology, and following Patrick Doyle.

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Traffic rebound lifts Chili’s comps 2%—even with a value push

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 31, 2018

Transactions increased by 4%, buoyed in part by a steep climb in takeout business.

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Technomic: Sales, traffic fall in September

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 31, 2018

Sales weakened as fall started, continuing a difficult pattern for chain restaurants, according to the latest Technomic Chain Restaurant Index.

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Cheesecake Factory sets time frame for buying North Italia

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 31, 2018

The casual-dining powerhouse has also delayed the launch date of its new fast-casual concept.

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BJ’s hits 7-year high in comp sales growth

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 31, 2018

The 6.9% jump for Q3 was driven by higher checks and a 2.6% rise in traffic.

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Wing prices fall, and Wingstop profits surge

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

The company is also expanding its delivery program into new markets.

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The restaurant IPO market shows signs of thawing

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

Joe & the Juice and Focus Brands are reportedly considering IPOs, which would be the first in three years, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Jack in the Box franchisees want a board seat

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

The franchise association, which has called for a new CEO, is also asking for an audit of the company’s marketing fund.

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