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Think we're seeing deep discounts today? Here's when the price shifts really hit the fan

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 11, 2024

Restaurant Rewind: Even all these years later, the semi-permanent bargains that Taco Bell and McDonald's embraced in the '80s and '90s still astound.

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Beastie Boys sue Chili's parent Brinker International over use of 'Sabotage' in ad

 By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 11, 2024

The hip-hop group said a 2022 social media video featured parts of the hit song without their permission.

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Pack your bags for the Taco Bell retirement community

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 10, 2024

Marketing Bites: The quick-service chain is opening The Cantinas for just one weekend next month, promising a “leisure lifestyle” for all ages. Plus, French Fry Day is near.

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White Castle markets late nights, Chipotle plays the Celebrity Card

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 27, 2024

Marketing Bites: Chains get increasingly creative as they duke it out for traffic to lure consumers who are pulling back.

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Perkins updates its name and launches a fast-casual version

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 25, 2024

The 66-year-old family-dining chain is planning a comprehensive overhaul that extends to its menu, operations and look.

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McDonald's kicks off its value push

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 20, 2024

The fast-food giant will start selling its $5 Meal Deal next week as it works to regain lost traffic. But it is also reminding customers of its existing deals.

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There's plenty happening at the high end of the pricing barbell, too

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 19, 2024

Reality Check: Decadent meal choices are also proliferating, for a lot more than $5.

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Hooters makes its grocery debut

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 18, 2024

Retail Watch: The casual-dining chain is bringing its frozen appetizers and snacks to supermarkets, joining the ranks of restaurants taking the retail plunge.

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Thermometers say its time to give air conditioning its due

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 13, 2024

Restaurant Rewind: Never mind AI. Here's the technology that'll really matter, starting this week and continuing through the summer. This week's episode looks at the machinery's beginnings and a few moments when it brought change to the business.

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Non-discount chains are getting pulled into the value wars anyway

By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 13, 2024

The industry's preoccupation with price is forcing brands to change tactics in marketing and on the menu, even if they refuse to discount.

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