Potbelly

Potbelly says it won't be sold

By Jonathan Maze on May 09, 2018

The company said that its strategic review didn’t result in a viable offer, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Restaurants get a bad name

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 30, 2015

This week’s most memorable developments weren’t exactly high points in the industry’s efforts to improve its image and demonstrate a social commitment.

Consumer Trends

Gen Z’s Favorite Chains

By Jill Failla on Jan. 17, 2017

Just starting to get their own spending power, Gen Z is now in operators’ sights. Because of their limited budgets, this generation frequents QSRs the most.

Operations

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Orgasms & smaller breasts

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 17, 2017

Even we blushed while perusing some of the week's uncelebrated but noteworthy developments.

Beverage

Consumers' favorite places for grab-and-go coffee

By Jill Failla on Mar. 20, 2017

Where do consumers prefer to buy a cup of coffee when convenience is key? Here are their top choices, across restaurants and convenience stores.

Financing

25 top limited-service chains in sales and satisfaction

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 22, 2017

A restaurant chain's sales don't always reflect customer satisfaction, and vice versa. Here, we rank the leading limited-service chains using a formula that includes financials, consumer satisfaction and value.