Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2025

Under his leadership, the brand has doubled its footprint in just six months. What do you look for in franchise partners and how do you support them? When selecting franchise partners, I look for individuals who are business-minded, passionate about health and wellness, and committed to upholding the standards of the brand.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 27, 2025

But learning how to make his wife a great bagel ended up creating a business, Jeff’s Bagel Run, which now has 15 locations and is franchising. The pandemic was in full swing, and we got really busy, like 300-400 DMs whenever we dropped a menu,” he said. Wetherill took on about 50% ownership and they launched JBR Franchise Co.,

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JULY 21, 2025

The private-equity firm owns a controlling stake in Fitzpatrick’s former company Driven Brands, which owns auto repair franchises like Maaco, Meineke and other brands. In its announcement, Subway noted that the company under his leadership had 17 straight quarters of same-store sales growth. system sales declined 3.8% last year, to $9.5

Loyalty Program

Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

An online petition to bring back the Snack Wrap , which calls the item “f*cking delicious” and “easily the best thing” on McDonald’s menu, has nearly 19,000 verified signatures. The wraps officially make their comeback on July 10. Have consumers moved on?

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

AUGUST 5, 2025

On behalf of the entire board, I want to thank Drew for his steady leadership and service,” said Jeff Jones, board chair. We’re pleased he will continue to provide guidance as a board director, given his vast industry experience and leadership as we have undertaken our brand revitalization work to date, and he has our full support.”

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

The of-the-moment menu updates are part of sweeping rebrands at the two chains under owner Ascent Hospitality Management. With the new identity set, Ascent then turned to the chain’s menu. Alongside the new menu, the chain has developed a new restaurant design that will serve as a blueprint for future openings.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu Forget coffee. All are company owned and there are no plans to franchise. Wishnow, a former Dunkin’ and Taco Bell franchisee, tapped menu consultants and brand builders The Culinary Edge to design a menu that falls somewhere between Salad and Go and Sweetgreen, price-wise.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

AUGUST 7, 2025

Southern Comfort, Stacked High Another standout on the menu? This post is sponsored by Kraft Foodservice Menu menu trends chefs Want breaking news at your fingertips? Chef tip: Want more flavor lift without more salt? Use PHILADELPHIA ® to amplify seasoning in dips and spreads without muddying the balance.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

The fast-food franchisor is asking a federal court to sign off on its decision to terminate Paradigm Investment Group’s franchise agreement. Hardee’s filed a counterclaim against a big franchisee that is the only one in the system to close most of its restaurants at 2 p.m. Starbucks’ latest gambit to improve operations?

Operations

Restaurant Business

AUGUST 7, 2025

Kfoury is the founder and CEO of Naya, a 37-unit fast-casual concept with a Lebanese menu that recently announced a significant investment that sets the New York-based chain up for a new phase of growth. Kfoury hopes to get to 200 units by 2030, and Cava has projected it will reach 1,000 by that point—both without franchising.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JULY 28, 2025

Franchised brands have been popular targets for investors that prefer their lack of capital spending and cash flow that is less susceptible to recessionary downturns like those of company-run operations. Shipley generated $320 million in system sales last year, up 8.1% Unit count grew nearly 5%. Trending Operations Washington, D.C.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JUNE 25, 2025

Fast-casual Panera Bread has been going through significant change over the past two years, with multiple board and leadership changes. Last year, the bakery-café chain began a comprehensive menu overhaul. As of early June, Panera Bread had 2,197 units, both company and franchised, in 48 states, Washington, D.C. and Canada.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JULY 21, 2025

There are no immediate plans to franchise, said Christiana Luo, Big Way’s chief brand officer and co-founder. stores, and the menu will evolve as they see what works. The menu also includes boba, fruit teas and other drink options. By the end of next year, Big Way expects to have 30 units, about half of which will be in the U.S.,

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 18, 2025

The burrito chain was founded in 2008 in Wall Township, New Jersey, by Bill Hart and Paul Altero, who created a menu of traditional Mexican fare but with a twist. Bubbakoo’s started franchising in 2015, and the chain has grown into 15 states, mostly on the East Coast and Midwest. By Lisa Jennings on Jun. Sign up here.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

Formerly with Yum Brands, Davenport worked with Pizza Hut for more than nine years, including as managing director for global franchise markets and managing director for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa. As Mooyah’s president, he is tasked with leading the chain into its next stage of franchise growth. and Hardee’s. Sign up here.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 12, 2025

Premium Food An eye on food waste inspires a chicken salad that becomes a best seller Behind the Menu: Millers All Day repurposed leftover breakfast waffles into croutons to create a new signature—the Chicken and Waffle Salad. It’s a unique spin on Southern comfort.

Delivery

Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

The convenience-retailing giant on Wednesday announced a Craveables Value Menu, pitting it in head-to-head competition with fast-food chains also looking to win consumers over with low prices. By Heather Lalley on Jun. Photo: Shutterstock 7-Eleven is ready to do battle in the summer value wars. With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JULY 25, 2025

Menu innovation can be a motivating factor in luring diners away from breakfast at home—where nearly half of consumers eat the morning meal—and into restaurants. News Breakfast Technomic consumers Pat plans and executes menu, food and drink stories for Restaurant Business and hosts the weekly Menu Talk podcast. Sign up here.

Mobile Ordering

Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 27, 2025

This launch forms part of a master franchise strategy targeting 20 outlets by March 2026. claims on MAHA menu alignment. suggested that Starbucks would adjust its menu to align with the Movement for a Healthy America initiative, the company stated that it has no such plans and is not working with MAHA. After Robert F.

2025

Restaurant Business

JULY 29, 2025

Menu Talk is a collaboration between Restaurant Business Senior Menu Editor Pat Cobe and Bret Thorn, senior food & beverage editor of Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality. Podcast Menu Talk News independents Want breaking news at your fingertips? By Bret Thorn and Patricia Cobe on Jul. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JULY 25, 2025

market Subway names Jonathan Fitzpatrick CEO The late chef Michael Chiarello's estate files lawsuit to prevent alleged hostile takeover of assets by investors Leadership BJ’s Restaurants, Shake Shack, Bonchon and more make executive moves Executive Summary: Here are the latest leadership changes in the restaurant industry.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

Konro is a Japanese-inspired concept known for a 10- to 14-course tasting menu, served at a chef’s counter with only 10 seats. Bickelhaupt was a guest on the Menu Talk podcast by Restaurant Business last year, and he spoke about his former struggles with sobriety and operating the concept with his wife, who was also sommelier.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JULY 29, 2025

The casual-dining chain is introducing two new menu categories, bowls and bites, featuring a selection of items ranging in price from under $10 to $16. The new options also bring more flexibility to the menu. The Cheesecake Factory also has an appetizers menu, with heavier items like sliders and quesadillas. Sign up here.

Pricing

Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

His early moves have included simplifying the chain’s menu and operations and upgrading some core items, such as pizza. I am proud of the progress we have made to date for the business and as a leadership team,” Tick said in a statement Thursday. “I He has been tapped to lead a revival at BJ’s after a period of sluggish sales.

Leadership

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

– Dimitra O'Rourke, Broken Yolk Café’s VP of Tech and Franchise Support We’ve seen lasting change in the five years since the pandemic, still feeling the impact of the behaviors and actions of that time. Running a successful restaurant isn’t measured solely by what’s on the menu anymore.

Mobile Ordering

Qu

MARCH 28, 2025

David Ingenito GoTo Foods , Multi-Unit Franchise Owner Edge computing creates true operational resilience. Traditional server-based systems leave restaurants vulnerable to hardware failures and maintenance disruptions, while purely cloud-based systems can be crippled by internet outages. "Qu Qu is a stark difference from our previous system.

Fast Casual

Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 6, 2025

Following its 2022 debut at Tbilisi airport, Costa Coffee has opened a new city outlet on Chavchavadze Avenue under a franchise agreement with Azerbaijan’s Sarda Group, signalling a broader push into urban locations. Paris Baguette will open its first locations in seven new US states and is seeking a master franchise partner in Mexico.

2025

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2025

To improve retention, operators are focused on technology that delivers structured onboarding programs, leadership development, and real-time feedback tools. For franchise systems, this connectivity translates into stronger P&Ls, justifiable tech fees and a more compelling pitch to prospective franchisees.”

Pricing

Perfect Daily Grind

JULY 18, 2025

(Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) Industry news Mon, 14 Jul – REPA’s parent company, Parts Town Unlimited, reorganises executive leadership. Cesena, Italy) Tue, 15 Jul – South Korea’s The Venti signs master franchise deal for Jordan launch. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) Tue, 15 Jul – Starbucks adds secret menu to mobile app.

Café

Restaurant Business

JULY 18, 2025

News casual_dining finance franchising Joe Guszkowski is a senior editor with Restaurant Business covering technology and casual-dining chains. Members help make our journalism possible. Become a Restaurant Business member today and unlock exclusive benefits, including unlimited access to all of our content. Sign up here.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JULY 24, 2025

Premium Food White Castles iconic chicken slider gets a makeover Behind the Menu: To play harder in the fast-food chicken sandwich space, the chain created a crisper, bigger, tastier slider, complete with a new sauce.

Operations

Restaurant Business

JULY 11, 2025

Now Cheek is back at Newk’s, which is part of the FSC Franchise Co. A classically trained chef, McIntyre will help shape the evolution of the chain’s menu, as well as sourcing ingredients, optimizing vendor relationships and streamlining inventory. By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. family backed by CapitalSpring.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JULY 1, 2025

He will replace longtime leader Bob Johnston, who began working at Melting Pot as a dishwasher at 14 and later bought the concept with his brothers, growing it into a national franchise. He has held various franchise and operations leadership roles. Mike Mobley was promoted from VP of people to chief talent officer.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

AUGUST 8, 2025

Most recently, he was CEO and CFO of Quality Restaurant Group, a multi-brand franchise operation. Pirone previously spent two decades with Domino’s Pizza leading operations, training and franchise development. And Eric High is the chain’s new director of franchise relations. By Restaurant Business Staff on Aug.

Leadership

Restaurant Business

JULY 23, 2025

It has been franchising for decades. We talk about the chain’s extensive menu of ice cream flavors and how it trains franchisees to make that ice cream on site. " Now the structure is in place to accelerate expansion outside California, without franchising. This is a great conversation.

Hospitality

Restaurant Business

JULY 22, 2025

Click here to complete your profile Multimedia How Cracker Barrel chef Matt Banton is expanding the flavor portfolio Tyler Florence dishes on San Francisco and David Burke puts his pastrami to the test Happy Hour value and summer flavors The summer of spritzes The Latest Leadership Wendys names Pete Suerken president of its U.S.

Loyalty Program

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Clean Juice®, honored its franchise partners during its annual Juicey Awards event. Clean Juice Celebrates Franchisees. million guests. & State Rd.

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