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A year after the Los Angeles fires: One restaurant's story

 By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 23, 2026

Duke's Malibu survived the catastrophic wildfires, only to be destroyed by a mudslide weeks later. With reopening finally in sight, here's how this iconic restaurant survived.

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Trump's battle with the banking industry could bring action in the decades-long swipe fee dispute

 By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 21, 2026

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast considers the impact of a presidential endorsement of the Credit Card Competition Act. And bills are brewing on the franchising front.

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Everytable hopes to capture office workers fed up with $20 lunch options

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 21, 2026

Keeping prices low has always been the formula for this unique 41-unit chain. But with demand for low-cost office delivery services exploding, Everytable is positioning to grow that channel.

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Here’s why you should be paying attention to hemp-THC

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 15, 2026

Retail Watch: Plus, grocery stores are trying to eat your lunch business.

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Time Out Markets are closing in Chicago and Boston

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 14, 2026

The digital media company that operated the once-pioneering food halls said traffic has been inconsistent in the post-pandemic era. After the closures, the only two Time Out Markets left in the U.S. will be in New York City.

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Drive-thru coffee giant Dutch Bros to acquire 20-unit Clutch Coffee Bar

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 14, 2026

The move will give the rapidly growing Dutch Bros more of a foothold in the Carolinas as it pushes to reach 2,029 units by 2029.

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Jeff’s Bagel Run: How a 26‑Unit Brand is Rewriting the Bagel Experience

Sponsored content from our partner Jeff's Bagel Run on Jan. 13, 2026

In a category long defined by tradition more than transformation, Jeff’s Bagel Run is quietly reshaping expectations of one of breakfast’s most iconic foods. With 25 open locations across Florida, Nor...

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Minnesota restaurants push back against ICE surge following fatal shooting of Renee Good

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 13, 2026

The immigration crackdown spotlight is focused on Minneapolis and St. Paul, with tensions escalating and restaurant operators becoming more vocal. Some are closing this week to keep customers and staff safe.

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Major Food Group sues Canadian pizza franchise for trademark violation, false advertising

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 12, 2026

A quick-service pizza franchise brand operated by Carbone Restaurant Group is falsely claiming to be associated with the high-end Italian-American restaurant Carbone in New York and around the world. Investors could be being duped, according to court filings.

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Noodles & Company to double its planned restaurant closures in 2026

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 12, 2026

The fast-casual chain showed continued momentum in the fourth quarter. But the company said it plans to cull more underperforming units this year to focus on those with the strongest performance.

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