The reincarnation of the all-day restaurant
Call them modern diners, cafe-bar hybrids or neighborhood hangouts, restaurants that go from breakfast through late night are having their moment post-pandemic. The difference is these next-gen spots have chef-driven menus and a hip vibe.Restaurant Business Exclusive Content
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Restaurants’ race for workers puts pressure on culinary schools
Rising wages are tempting some students to leave the classroom early, forcing schools to adapt.
Financing
Something is not working between McDonald’s and its franchisees
The Bottom Line: The burger giant is facing the latest in a string of disputes with its operators, despite the company’s strong sales and record store-level cash flow and valuations.
Financing
Franchisee unrest grows as McDonald’s changes its rules
A group representing Black franchisees voted “no confidence” in CEO Chris Kempczinski. Other groups could take similar steps amid anger over new renewal standards. “An absolute declaration of war on owners," one operator said.