Owner’s Chick-fil-A store a dream come to fruition
The second time around was the charm for Jay Early. Six years ago, he was in line for his own…
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Peabody couple sues restaurant, server over alleged beating
A Peabody couple who say they were beaten outside the Bugaboo Creek restaurant by friends of a waitress they complained…
Online restaurant reviews can make, break eateries
Two young women walked into a St. Louis bar on a recent Saturday night. One recalled asking for a beer…
Restaurants keep an eye out for those who dine and dash
A group of pranksters picked the wrong restaurant. One of the waiters was a former track star. He also showed…
Rough economy spares local niche restaurants
Romeo Rendon decided to open a restaurant during one of the worst economic times America has seen. “I poured my…
Forcing fast food chains to join the fight against obesity
The New South Wales Government is getting tough on the obesity epidemic, forcing fast food outlets to label the kilojoule…
Restaurant News Bites: Domino’s, Bob Evans, Dunkin’ Donuts
Domino’s Pizza is celebrating the opening of its first store in Germany. The new location is part of the company’s…
Restaurant News Bites: Chipotle, McDonald’s, Cracker Barrel
Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced it will be a participant in the Facebook Deals launch. Chipotle’s Facebook Deals will be…
Golden Corral Restaurants Salute America’s Heroes with 10th Annual Free Dinner on Military Appreciation Monday
On Monday, Nov. 15, Golden Corral will thank thousands of active-duty and retired United States Military personnel for their service…
Wagamama eyes 650 U.S. sites
Wagamama, the fast casual noodle chain, has said it believes there is scope for 650 managed sites in the US.…
Restaurants and social media
Recently, Montrealer John Hartupee and his girlfriend headed to New York City for a foodie week-end. “Burger King in the…
Supporters of Happy Meal ban predict movement will spread
San Francisco this week became the first major city to pass a so-called Happy Meal ban, on the heels of…
Starbucks-Kraft spat could shake up single-cup coffee market
Late Thursday, Starbucks said it wants to unwind an agreement under which Kraft has distributed Starbucks bagged coffee as well…
Starbucks employees say work has lost its buzz
Four years ago, generous benefits and opportunities for advancement convinced Leigh Swanson to use her new master’s degree in human…
Farmer Boys in Hesperia Opens With a Grand Celebration
The City of Hesperia has a new family-oriented, farm-fresh restaurant that fits perfectly with its beautiful, clean air, high desert…
California Pizza Kitchen Announces $100,000 Online Sweepstakes Winner
California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (CPK) (NASDAQ: CPKI), home of the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and other innovative hearth-baked pizzas, made-to-order…
McDonald’s Names Steve Easterbrook as President of McDonald’s Europe
The McDonald’s Corporation Board of Directors today elected Steve Easterbrook, currently McDonald’s Executive Vice President and Global Chief Brand Officer,…
Arby’s Restaurant Group Opens First Military Location at Ft. Bliss
Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Wendy’s/Arby’s Group, Inc. (NYSE: WEN), announced today the opening of its first Army…
Nathan’s Famous Reports Second Quarter Results
Nathan’s Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ:NATH) today reported results for the second quarter of its 2011 fiscal year that ended September 26,…
O’Charley’s Reports Results for the Third Quarter of 2010
O’Charley’s Inc. (Nasdaq: CHUX) today reported operating results for the 12-week period ended October 3, 2010, and filed its Form…
4K Pounds Of Restaurant Tuna Recalled
Beaver Street Fisheries Inc., which distributes seafood across the Southeast, has issued a precautionary voluntary recall of select 5- to…
Cafe Love: why cafes are the new restaurants
They’re cheaper. They’re more fun. They’re closer to home. They have better coffee. More interesting people go there. Give me…