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Are virtual brands dead? The industry weighs in

After enjoying a pandemic boom, delivery-only restaurant concepts are starting to crack. Six stakeholders explain what happened, and what happens next.
MrBeast Burger, Cosmic Wings, Thrilled Cheese and Pardon My Cheesesteak. | Photos courtesy of the brands

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McDonald's value perception problem is with its lighter users

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Red Lobster needs a buyer. How does Darden sound?

Reality Check: The casual dining giant sold Red Lobster in a cloud of controversy a decade ago. Here's why a return to the fold may not be as crazy as it sounds.