Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Technology

Restaurant Business tests chain apps

With most chains trying to score valuable real estate on their customers’ phones, the Restaurant Business team took a look at 25 restaurant apps to see what’s working—and what’s not.

8 trends that shaped the restaurant industry this year

A look at the burger wars, no-tipping tests and sales slumps 2016 ushered in.

Together, the specialty LSR category increased sales by 8.6%, to $6.9 billion, and units by 5.2%, to 11,070.

A health-minded concept boasting a variety of smoothies made with fresh, natural and high-quality ingredients

The latest store revamp includes warm colors, an open kitchen, an updated logo and a smoothie bar

Diners rated these chains as tops when it comes to healthful options.

The chain has named a new CMO and CFO, and filled three other leadership positions.

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