Latest Restaurant Press Releases

Togo’s Sandwiches, a “West Coast Original” since 1971 serving big, made to order sandwiches stuffed with the freshest ingredients, has announced the new limited time offer – BBQ Pulled Pork sandwich. The sandwich is making its debut just in time…
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The Friendly’s Ice Cream restaurant chain has laid off an estimated 1,260 employees. This came last Tuesday night after an announcement that the chain is filing for bankruptcy. Laying off this many workers is usually illegal under Federal law, but…
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Many of the owners of the most successful and popular food trucks are opening brick-and-mortar locations. The low-cost and investment required by a food truck helps restaurant owners break into the business. Loyal fans and buzz is created without high…
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Real Mex Restaurants is currently filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as part of the restructuring of their capital system. This filing and process won’t have any effect on the restaurants owned by the company or their operation. The chain has…
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KFC said a “fundamental step change” is needed in terms of its communications especially its TV advertising, as the fast food giant also looks to change the way it remunerates its agencies. The restaurant chain which spent $36.9m on main…
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Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc.’s success with hormone-free dairy products, naturally raised meat and local produce has the restaurant chain taking its message to a broader audience. The Mexican-inspired fast-casual chain released an animated video to movie theaters last week, and…
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Customers of a South Loop restaurant will now be taking a bite out of history. On Wednesday City Council granted landmark status to the unique building that is currently home to Chef Luciano restaurant. The building was constructed in 1930…
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Friendly’s Ice Cream Corp. laid off 1,260 employees with almost no notice on Tuesday night. And there’s little that employees can do about it. Though workers have been mostly mute, one Dedham, Mass., waitress who had been with Friendly’s for…
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History is full of examples contradicting the notion that bigger is always better: David didn’t need towering height to slay Goliath, and Mickey didn’t need Dumbo’s girth to rule the world of animation. Need more proof that good – and…
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Veggie Grill, Southern California’s feel-good comfort food brand, has completed its third successful round of equity funding to support its sustained expansion. Armed with significant year-over-year growth and strong investor confidence, the company quickly secured the $11 million common stock…
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Pretzelmaker, the second largest soft pretzel concept in the United States, announced today that it is marking 20 years of freshly baked soft pretzels and innovative pretzel products by hosting a special Birthday Bites celebration* at participating stores across the…
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Market Force recently released a survey showing that The Cheesecake Factory is America’s favorite casual dining chain. The chain was also the top winner in last year’s survey. Over 4,500 people responded for the survey on casual dining choices. The…
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Chili’s has been working on spicing up their brand with restaurant renovations, new menu items and the return of the $20 Dinner for Two deal. A new ad campaign made by Hill Holliday features humorous voice-overs mixed with footage of…
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The owners of some of the most successful trucks are using the knowledge, fame and bankability gained from operating their mobile eateries to start sit-down restaurants. “To grow a restaurant from the ground up is impossible,” said Eric Tjahyadi, who…
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Wingstop and platinum selling recording artist Rick Ross first appeared together on Ross’ hit single “MC Hammer” where he rapped about his love of the chain’s Lemon Pepper-flavored wings. Now, just over a year later, the Maybach Music Group CEO…
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Red Mango, the chain rated #1 for smoothies and frozen yogurt in the country by Zagat, will soon be landing at San Diego International Airport (SAN). The franchisor has awarded a license agreement to SSP America, the North American division…
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BUBBA burger Grill, the new restaurant chain by America’s #1 selling retail burger brand – BUBBA burger, has signed an agreement with PepsiCo for exclusive beverage pouring rights in its restaurant locations. “We are excited to have PepsiCo products in…
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