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Freeze on California’s Fast Act to remain in place

In victory for restaurant industry groups hoping to kill the new law, an injunction is granted to keep the measure on hold until referendum petition signatures can be counted.

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John Cywinski named CEO of Modern Restaurant Concepts

The former president of Applebee’s has taken the helm of the Los Angeles-based parent to Qdoba, Lemonade and Modern Market Eatery.

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California restaurants brace for more rain after battering from multiple storms

Operators across the state face flood damage, power outages and slow sales as atmospheric rivers drench the West Coast.

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Diversifying formats pays off for Shake Shack

Drive-thru and smaller-box restaurants will be a critical part of growth strategy.

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In-N-Out to open first East Coast territory office in Tennessee

The fast-food chain will start opening restaurants in the state in 2026, potentially opening up growth East of the Mississippi.

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Potbelly to expand digital makeline initiative

CEO Bob Wright is not quite ready to say "national rollout," but the test has improved order accuracy, speed and food quality while cutting labor costs.

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