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Jonathan Maze

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How Bartaco adapted to the pandemic

Scott Lawton, CEO of the 20-unit chain, joins the RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” to discuss the chain’s active few years.

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Subway continued closing locations last year

Sources say as many as 10% of the chain’s units closed, though the company says some were temporary, as the coronavirus accelerated its pullback.

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Dunkin’ had one huge advantage over Starbucks during the pandemic

The chain has a lot more drive-thru locations in the U.S., which helped it recover more quickly during quarantine, says RB’s the Bottom Line.

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Starbucks will help distribute the vaccine in its home state

The company is working with the State of Washington on scaling vaccine efforts.

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Six things we learned at the ICR Conference

The industry is active, focused on adding technology and expecting a quick turnaround.

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Tilman Fertitta may merge his company with a SPAC

The Landry’s owner is reportedly in talks with the blank-check company Fast Acquisition Corp., says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Restaurants end a tough year on a down note

Sales declined almost 20% last year and slowed in the last three months of 2020 as a surge in coronavirus infections hammered the industry.

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Armed with new funds, Checkers looks to build on a strong 2020

The drive-thru burger chain has a new loyalty program, new franchisees and is testing a new kitchen design.

Food

Taco Bell is bringing back potatoes and working with Beyond Meat

The Mexican fast-food chain says potatoes will come back in March after being removed in August.

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McDonald’s says it is pausing its political donations

The company said it is reviewing its political giving to ensure donations “align with our values and the purpose of our business.”

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Domino’s same-store sales may not reveal its true performance

The pizza chain, which has enjoyed an unprecedented run of same-store sales growth, says it is focused on growing its overall sales, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Why Nathan’s Famous is big on ghost kitchens

The RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” features James Walker, senior vice president of restaurants, with the venerable hot dog brand.

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