After the shutdown last March, the initial response from restaurants was to get food out to consumers in any way they could. Now, they’ve shifted from reactive mode to making deliberate, long-term changes in how… Why Restaurants Will Be Stronger in the Long Run

After five years in business, a major growth phase is underway for Seven Brew Drive-Thru Coffee. In late March, the nine-unit, Northwest Arkansas chain notched a majority investment from Drink House Holdings, which is owned… Seven Brew Ready to ‘Disrupt Drive-Thru’ with Jimmy John’s Founder

Illinois concept Meatheads Burgers & Fries declared bankruptcy, but lender LQD Financial Corp. is calling it a “stunt” and asking for it to be dismissed.  The 13-unit Meatheads and parent company Crave Brands were placed… Meatheads Burgers & Fries Files for Bankruptcy

Perhaps due to a frantic news cycle, around restaurants and across the country in general, it appears we’ve reached a lull in the chicken sandwich wars. But don’t expect that to last. The reason brands… The Chicken Sandwich Wars Will Ignite Again in 2021

McDonald’s announced Wednesday that it will soon enforce “Global Brand Standards,” or a new set of guidelines to protect employees and prevent violence, harassment, and discrimination. The Global Brand Standards prioritize four areas: harassment, discrimination,… McDonald’s Unveils New Global Standards to Prevent Harassment and Discrimination

Chick-fil-A is partnering with Kiwibot to test robotic deliveries in the Santa Monica area. The news was revealed in conjunction with the launch of Kiwibot 4.0, which uses a new set of cameras, lights, speakers,… Chick-fil-A Testing Robotic Delivery

In a competitive industry like foodservice, company culture can often be the differentiating factor between thriving and failing businesses, and that’s no different at the franchise level. But data shows that many companies don’t focus… The Power of Culture in a Restaurant Franchise

About a year and a half ago, Duck Donuts founder Russ DiGilio started thinking deeply about how his brand could accelerate growth. Since its debut in 2007, the concept has consistently strengthened, but DiGilio felt… Under New Ownership, Duck Donuts Readies for Explosive Growth

As fast-food chains McDonald’s and Subway slim their ties with Walmart, the retail giant has turned its attention to other major players, such as Taco Bell and Domino’s, according to The Wall Street Journal. The… McDonald’s, Subway, Exiting Walmart Stores

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund continues to stir up questions, even as it nears its much-anticipated rollout. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law on March 11, and included the $28.6 billion… The Restaurant Revitalization Fund: A Primer