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Culver's, Burgerville, Dutch Bros and BJ's sweeten up the menu
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Financing
Starbucks, and a lot of other brands, leaned too far into takeout
The Bottom Line: Some brands went too far in their bid to cater to takeout customers. Consumers still want great in-store experiences, even if they don’t always use them.
Financing
The market for restaurant chains is heating up
The Bottom Line: A pair of firms are reportedly making a play for Papa Johns, and Bojangles is apparently on the market again. Buyers appear eager to take on certain types of restaurant chains.
Food
An eye on food waste inspires a chicken salad that becomes a best seller
Behind the Menu: Millers All Day repurposed leftover breakfast waffles into croutons to create a new signature—the Chicken and Waffle Salad. It’s a unique spin on Southern comfort.