CHI-CHI’S, Lulu’s Ice Cream Social, Goode Partners, Wings ‘N More, and Haywire lead RestaurantNews.com’s Top 10 stories for the week ending December 8, 2024.
1) CHI-CHI’S Restaurants Set for Comeback After Two Decades
20 Years after last CHI-CHI’S restaurant closed its doors, once popular Mexican chain gets chance at revival.
2) Lulu’s Ice Cream Social to Open Their First Store in Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Lulu’s Ice Cream Social, opening soon in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is the delightful vision of local entrepreneur Beth Kampner, who set out to create a space as irresistible as her handmade ice cream.
3) Goode Partners Announces Strategic Investment in Wings ‘N More to Accelerate Growth
The investment by Goode Partners, combined with debt financing from Gladstone Capital Corporation, will help drive the company’s geographic expansion and accelerate growth of the popular Wings ‘N More brand.
4) Restaurant Deals for December 2024
December Restaurant Deals from Angry Chickz, Bar Louie, Cajun Steamer, City BBQ, Eddie Merlot’s, Golden Corral, Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream, Logan’s Roadhouse, Moxies, Newk’s Eatery, Polly’s Pies, Raising Cane’s, Sullivan’s Steakhouse, Tender Greens, The Greene Turtle, Tim Hortons, Tocaya Organica, Twin Peaks, and Wahlburgers.
5) Haywire is Now Open in San Antonio
Haywire, the Texas-inspired restaurant celebrated for its farm-to-fork menu, elevated whiskey, and wine collections, and authentic Lone Star ambiance officially opened its doors in San Antonio.
6) Sip, Snack and Celebrate: Red Lobster Announces Launch of Happy Hour
Now available every Monday through Friday from 3pm to 6pm local time at participating restaurants nationwide – guests can visit their nearest Red Lobster location to enjoy $5 Drink Specials and $2 Off Select Starters.
7) Cherry Bounce Hospitality Finalizes Acquisition of Party Fowl as the Brand Completes Strategic Restructuring Phase
Renowned Nashville hot chicken brand poised for future growth alongside new partners as it celebrates 10-year anniversary.
8) Pizza Hut Pilots New Restaurant Design in Plano, Texas
New restaurant features pick-up cabinets, self-service kiosks and Pizza Hut’s first Hut ‘N Go drive-thru menu in the U.S.
9) First Alexandria Paris Baguette Café Grand Opening on December 15th as the Brand Continues to Dominate the Bakery Franchise Space
The Alexandria growth is being led by franchisee Sam Sadeghi. Sadeghi, a real estate entrepreneur, was inspired by his father, who took up baking when he moved from Iran to the United States.
10) Nick the Greek Debuts First Drive-Thru Restaurant in California
Following the overwhelming success of the brand’s inaugural drive-thru in Houston, this new store format reflects Nick the Greek’s commitment to enhancing guest convenience and meeting consumer demand for high-quality, quick-service meal options.