Latest Restaurant Press Releases

Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, today announced its location-based promotion through Foursquare and Facebook, “Be The President Of Dunkin’ Nation.” The promotion, set to run for five weeks, allows guests who check in at…
· ·

As a result of softer same-store sales and traffic levels and a dampened outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s (www.restaurant.org) Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) fell below 100 in July. The RPI – a monthly composite index that tracks…
· ·

Noodles & Company, the Colorado-based restaurant concept that serves made-to-order noodles, salads, soups and sandwiches inspired from around the world, announced a new development agreement with franchise group Hartford Noodles, LLC, based in Hartford, Conn. The new franchise partner is…
· ·

Cheese enthusiasts across the nation are set to rejoice with the launch of Denny’s “Let’s Get Cheesy!” menu.  Showing some serious cheese love, Denny’s fromage feast features six new dishes designed to make any cheese lover melt. Denny’s is encouraging…
· ·

BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. has announced the opening of its newest restaurant in Jacksonville, Florida, on August 29, 2011. The new BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is located on the northeast corner of Butler Boulevard and Gate Parkway next to the Costco…
· ·

Starbucks founder Howard Schultz has called for a boycott of campaign contributions to President Barack Obama and all members of Congress until a proper deal on the federal debt is negotiated. CEOs of major retail companies, including Plano-based J.C. Penney…
· ·

Hurricane Grill & Wings, a restaurant chain famous for its 32 flavors of wings, opens its first location in Syosset, NY today.  After great success with 41 locations, Syosset residents and visitors will now be able to experience Hurricane Grill…
· ·

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers will open in Downtown Arlington, on Monday, September 5, 2011, at 200 North Center Street located next to Arlington Music Hall. Owner’s Kim and Montie Slawson are eager to open this new Mellow right on the…
· ·

Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q has announced that its new NASA store location, the third one in the Houston area, will be open to the public on September 1st at 7 a.m. The NASA store is located at 21361 Gulf…
· ·

With the goal of bringing a convenient better-for-you, meal option to busy shoppers on-the-go, Corey Peterson, principal of Just Juice It, LLC celebrated the opening of his first Jamba Juice franchise store at the Northshore Mall, a Simon Property, in…
· ·

Chipotle Mexican Grill has produced a new stop-motion animated short film called “Back to the Start” that depicts a farmer’s journey to sustainable farming. The film — a first for Chipotle — was directed by London-based Johnny Kelly and features…
· ·

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, the fastest growing barbecue restaurant in the country, opens in Sandy Springs today at 6631 Roswell Road. “After all the preparation and hard work, opening the doors to our restaurant is exhilarating. The locals of Sandy Springs…
· ·

This Labor Day, Bruegger’s is making it easier for guests to enjoy an extra-long, work-free weekend. The neighborhood bakery will sell its popular Big Bagel Bundles, an easy option to help feed families and out-of-town guests throughout the holiday, for…
· ·

Fox’s “Kitchen Nightmares” may not sound like a good source of positive publicity, but it has turned around some restaurants. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay helps restaurant owners pinpoint why their business is failing and implements key changes. Mike and Nellie’s,…
· ·

While other restaurant chains are struggling in the current poor economy of the country, McDonald’s is still soaring ahead. Franchisees see great success due in part to the skills and genius of CEO Jim Skinner. He’s turned the company around…
· ·

There is often a great mystique surrounding success. We want to peek behind the façade, get the inside scoop. I have spent 23 years of my professional career in senior positions with the McDonald’s corporation – one of the greatest,…
· ·