Food truck owners expand into restaurants
For some chefs in the making, a mobile food truck is an easy way to break into the food service…
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Nothing to Hide: Why Restaurants Embrace the Open Kitchen
In the past, restaurant customers may have preferred food to magically appear out from behind closed doors, with no indication…
Breakfast key to growth of foreign fast food market in China, reports Mintel
Chicago, IL (RestaurantNews.com) With the total amount of foreign fast food outlets in China set to break the 50,000 mark…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 8/14/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Burien, WA-based AZTECA (founded 1974)…
Groundbreaking Survey Reveals How Diners Choose Restaurants
Internet Research is Second Step Needed to Validate Word of Mouth Restaurant Recommendations San Francisco, CA (RestaurantNews.com) Angelsmith, a digital…
How the Starbucks, Square Deal Was Done
Starbucks Corp., the largest coffee-shop chain, will use Square Inc.’s payment system in 7,000 stores and invest $25 million in…
High-tech sound system lets restaurant control noise level
Loud restaurants are a major turn-off for many diners. But a new sound system – disguised as art and controlled…
“Gluten-Free” Trend Spurs Demand for Restaurant Liability Insurance
Specialized Food-Service Coverage Is Insureon’s Latest in Series of Insurance Catering to Small or Micro Businesses Chicago, IL (RestaurantNews.com) According…
The Hottest New Joint in Town Is Club Applebee’s
Chain restaurants probably aren’t the first places that come to mind when late-night drinking is on the agenda. But Applebee’s…
‘Home of the Whopper’ Looks a Lot Like Its Neighbors
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and it turns out it can be a shot in the arm for…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 8/7/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Richmond, VA-based RICHMOND RESTAURANT GROUP…
McDonald’s converts restaurants to 24 hours to boost ‘nocturnivore’ sales
Few places nationwide have been more aggressive in catering to late-night eaters than the Tampa Bay area, where the majority…
Foursquare Dominates Restaurant Space According to Restaurant Sciences’ RIMS Study
Foursquare Outpaces Yelp Presence for Chains Newton, MA (RestaurantNews.com) Restaurant Sciences, a provider of restaurant industry information and analytics,…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 7/31/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). TX-based MAMACITA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT has…
June Restaurant Performance Index Shows Improved Current Conditions But Softer Outlook
Restaurant operators reported positive same-store sales for the 13th consecutive month; Operators remain optimistic about sales growth in the months…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 7/24/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Taylors, SC-based FATZ (founded 1988)…
8 ‘Better Burger’ Chains Poised To Conquer America
The rise of fast casual has changed the fast food industry forever. Restaurant chains like Panera Bread are becoming as…
Turn Your Restaurant into a World Class Brand
Racine, WI (RestaurantNews.com) Creating a brand around your restaurant has many benefits. A clear, concise brand statement can drive marketing,…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 7/17/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Iselin, NJ-based BUGABOO CREEK STEAKHOUSE…
Eating as a Digital Branding Experience: Heardable Unveils The Top 100 Restaurant Chains in America
Chili’s is #1 full service restaurant brand online, followed by Denny’s at #2, Olive Garden at #3, Applebee’s at #4…
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 7/10/12
Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Orlando, FL-based SMOKEY BONES BAR…
Burger cravings fuel latest restaurant trend
Boston is in the midst of a burger boom. Burger joints are opening left and right. The past few years…