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Joe Guszkowski

Senior Editor

Articles by
Joe Guszkowski

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Leadership

Red Lobster hires former Bloomin' exec David Schmidt as CFO

Schmidt replaces Craig Pommells, who left the chain to join Cracker Barrel in November.

Financing

In Barrio Queen, Famous Dave’s parent finds growth concept it’s been looking for

BBQ Holdings plans to fuel the chain's expansion through franchising. It’s also getting into the bar business with the purchase of three bar and grills.

Financing

Famous Dave's parent to acquire 7-unit Barrio Queen for $28M

The company continued its buying spree with the Phoenix-based Mexican chain and also added three bars, bringing its portfolio to eight concepts.

Operations

4 reasons for optimism at Red Robin

Staffing challenges have slowed the chain’s comeback from COVID. But these underlying trends have the brand feeling good about the future.

Marketing

Chili’s is launching an online merch store

The chain will sell limited quantities of shirts, hats, socks and more to celebrate its 47th birthday.

Operations

Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney joins Walk-On's as franchisee

The championship-winning coach will help the chain expand into the Carolinas, including his home turf of Clemson.

Operations

Surging gas prices could be another drag on food delivery

Tech Check: The higher costs could threaten driver supply and make the service even more expensive for customers.

Technology

Texas Roadhouse launches pay-at-the-table system

Roadhouse Pay allows guests to close out at their own pace using a tablet. The chain said it has improved the dining experience and boosted tips.

Marketing

IHOP unveils first loyalty program, the International Bank of Pancakes

Customers will be able to earn "Pancoins" with every order and exchange them in the "Stack Market" for free food.

Technology

Restaurants sue Google, alleging its online ordering system is deceptive

A franchisee of Lime Fresh Mexican Grill accused the tech giant of fielding digital orders for the brand without its permission.

Operations

Famous Dave’s opens first drive-thru location

The new restaurant in Salt Lake City is part of the chain's push into limited service, which CEO Jeff Crivello views as the future of the brand.

Technology

Tech roundup: Why food delivery is getting even more expensive

Restaurants are hiking prices on delivery apps by up to 25%. Also, Wow Bao launches a plant-based chicken concept, and a fully automated ghost kitchen is born.

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