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On The Border tries a back-to-the-future approach

By Peter Romeo on May 17, 2021

The casual chain hopes to kindle some nostalgia among its fans, at least initially, as it works toward a comeback.

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Restaurants caught off-guard by CDC's new mask guidance

 By Heather Lalley on May 14, 2021

"We're pretty much bound to piss off someone," one Seattle operator said, mulling whether her establishments should still require masks.

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Vaccinated restaurant guests no longer need masks, CDC decides

By Peter Romeo on May 13, 2021

Nor do they need to keep six feet apart from other patrons, according to the updated safety guidelines.

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Wetzel’s Pretzels newest franchised location is in a hospital

By Patricia Cobe on May 12, 2021

The location in San Diego’s Navy Medical Center is the latest move by the brand to expand its concept to nontraditional venues.

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Chloe Coscarelli sues Bain Capital in the latest dispute over By Chloe

By Heather Lalley on May 12, 2021

The vegan fast casual’s celebrity chef co-founder has sued the private equity firm and other investors for trademark infringement.

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Blaze Pizza adjusts to running two restaurants in one

By Heather Lalley on May 12, 2021

The fast casual, which did the majority of its business in-restaurant before the pandemic, is navigating the new reality amid a tight labor market.

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Building restaurants is getting more expensive

By Heather Lalley on May 11, 2021

Construction materials are seeing unprecedented price increases and supply chain delays, and restaurants are starting to feel the pinch.

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From the editor: Introducing Restaurant Business memberships

By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2021

To support independent, industry-focused journalism, become a member, and get more premium content, information, and insight.

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Jose Andres wants you to get vaccinated

By Heather Lalley on May 07, 2021

Jose Andres, the chef, restaurateur and humanitarian, is offering a $50 gift certificate for some of his Washington, D.C. restaurants with proof of vaccination.

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Subway franchisees question new melt sandwiches

By Jonathan Maze on May 04, 2021

The brand’s franchise association said it “cannot endorse” the sandwiches given concerns about safety and broken toasters.

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