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Joe Guszkowski

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Joe Guszkowski

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Technology

The fight over MrBeast Burger is as good as over

Tech Check: MrBeast wants the brand dead, while his business partner hopes to keep it alive by attacking him. None of this is going to help sell burgers.

Consumer Trends

Saturday brunch is now restaurants' busiest daypart

More than 10% of all dining dollars are spent from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, which has replaced Friday lunch as the industry’s peak period, according to new data from Square.

Technology

Virtual Dining Concepts sues MrBeast, claiming he undermined MrBeast Burger

The company said the YouTuber’s public criticism of the virtual brand caused up to $100 million in damages. It counters MrBeast’s own lawsuit, which accused the brand of harming his reputation.

Technology

Sam Nazarian prepares Nextbite for its next act

The hospitality magnate and virtual brand collector is making a “massive investment” in his new acquisition and sees plenty of growth still ahead.

Financing

Fat Brands readies Twin Peaks for 2024 IPO

The company said it will look to acquire similar concepts and convert them to Twin Peaks as it aims to reach 200 locations in the next several years.

Leadership

Texas Roadhouse CMO S. Chris Jacobsen resigns

He had been with the chain for 20 years. No reason was given for his departure, and a replacement was not named.

Financing

Applebee's and IHOP see a more cautious consumer

The Dine Brands concepts said guests are gravitating toward discounts and opting for pickup over delivery as prices continue to rise.

Financing

Applebee's to close more restaurants than it expected this year

The chain said it will finish 2023 with 25 to 35 fewer U.S. locations after identifying more underperforming stores.

Financing

At The Cheesecake Factory, prices rise and traffic falls

Prices were up 10.5% in the second quarter, with additional hikes to come. The chain believes its customers can handle it.

Technology

Virtual Dining Concepts fires back in MrBeast Burger dispute

The company accused MrBeast of “bullying” it for more control of the brand and suing when he didn’t get his way. It has hired lawyers and is preparing to fight the case in court.

Financing

Tech and kitchen upgrades lift profits at Outback Steakhouse

Owner Bloomin’ Brands now plans to reinvest some of the earnings into boosting traffic, which fell 4% in the second quarter.

Technology

GoTab raises $18M to fuel pragmatic approach to growth

The company is rolling out new hardware for its POS and KDS products as it expects to more than double its revenue this year.

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