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French chef Joel Robuchon dies at 73

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 06, 2018

The chef, who earned more Michelin stars than any other, operated restaurants on several continents.

El Torito owner files for its 2nd bankruptcy

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 06, 2018

Real Mex Restaurants files for debt protection and has a buyer willing to pay $47 million.

Which Wich founder buys Paciugo Gelato Caffe

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 06, 2018

Sinelli Concepts International has acquired the 32-unit gelato chain.

Jason Alexander is KFC’s new colonel

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 06, 2018

The former “Seinfeld” actor will be pushing the chain’s family-focused $20 Fill Ups.

P.F. Chang’s chief executive Michael Osanloo named Portillo’s CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 06, 2018

He will take over in October for Keith Kinsey, who is retiring.

Shake Shack shares tumble on news of delayed new unit openings

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 03, 2018

Labor shortages and permitting issues are contributing to the chain's slowdown.

Bojangles’ to shutter and refranchise stores following weak sales

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 03, 2018

The quick-service chain is also cutting underperforming items from its menu.

What can operators learn from the year’s best new restaurants?

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 03, 2018

See which concepts made Eater’s most recent list of best new restaurants—and why these trendsetters are worth watching.

Has Chipotle turned a corner?

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 03, 2018

Strong sales on the day word spreads of another potential outbreak show consumers' fears of the chain might be easing, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Bob Evans quickly scraps marketing campaign with Ohio State football coach Urban Meyer

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 03, 2018

The restaurant’s move follows an investigation into whether the restaurant’s “head breakfast coach” knew of a former assistant’s alleged domestic abuse.

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