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• Texas Roadhouse remains immune to consumer pullback

  26-07-2024 17:10 via Nrn
  
  The Louisville, Ky.-based chain reported a 9.3% same-store sales increase in Q2, driven in part by 4.5% traffic growth.
  
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• The company behind PLNT Burger is launching a plant-based café

  23-10-2026 22:18 via Nrn
  
  The new PLNT Café is coming to Washington, D.C., and will bring together elements of the burger brand with a virtual taco concept in a new all-day format.
  
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• Gen Korean BBQ restaurants will be rebranded or converted under new ownership

  23-10-2026 21:56 via Nrn
  
  Chubby Cattle Group said that each of the 47 restaurants the company is acquiring will relaunch as Gen X or be converted into one of Chubby’s existing brands.
  
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• Hai Hospitality to open an Uchi restaurant in Boston next year

  23-10-2026 21:05 via Nrn
  
  The restaurant is part of broader plans to expand in the Northeast.
  
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• New on the Menu: Squash carpaccio, cardamom buns, and a localized moqueca

  23-10-2026 20:24 via Nrn
  
  Plus a variation on a Gimlet and a spiced low-alcohol Martini.
  
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• This restaurant loyalty program offers the most bang for your buck

  23-10-2026 19:37 via Nrn
  
  Domino’s Rewards gives customers the cheapest path to earning their first freebie, according to a new report from The Points Guy. But free food isn’t everything when it comes to loyalty.
  
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• Bret Thorn learns about picanha, Brazil’s signature cut of beef

  23-10-2026 18:04 via Nrn
  
  The editor visits churrascaria chain Fogo de Chão.
  
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• Zaxbys takes the sauce battle straight to Raising Cane’s doorstep

  23-10-2026 17:46 via Nrn
  
  The fast-casual chicken chain made its debut in New York City this summer and promptly installed a sauce vending machine by its rival’s Astor Place location.
  
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• Menu Tracker: New items from Subway, Taco Bell, and Starbucks

  23-10-2026 16:09 via Nrn
  
  Plus innovation at Cracker Barrel, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Smoothie King, Sweetgreen, and more.
  
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• Taco Bell/Pepsi, Bojangles, and the pizza segment

  23-10-2026 15:44 via Nrn
  
  Get all the headlines in today’s Restaurant Daily podcast.
  
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• Bonanno Concepts' latest restaurant, Rōmyō, focuses on Itameshi cuisine

  22-10-2026 21:43 via Nrn
  
  The Italian-Japanese concept recently opened in Denver’s Larimar Square.
  
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• De Babel opens its second location in Scottsdale

  22-10-2026 21:34 via Nrn
  
  The Middle Eastern halal restaurant has also invested in a commissary kitchen.
  
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• Fogo de Chão to launch Protein Plates starting at $45

  22-10-2026 21:01 via Nrn
  
  The meat-centric chain is promoting protein with the new item, which offers a choice of meat and bottomless sides.
  
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• Restaurant traffic has a positive impact on surrounding businesses, OpenTable reports

  22-10-2026 20:51 via Nrn
  
  Diners tend to spend additional money in the neighborhood before and after a restaurant visit, but empty tables remain a challenge.
  
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• Habit Burger is encouraging guests to pay it forward

  22-10-2026 19:05 via Nrn
  
  The Habit Hour initiative includes a surprise daily giveaway ‘designed to inspire connection and kindness.’
  
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• Denny’s ties free meal giveaway to long-shot World Series triple play

  22-10-2026 19:00 via Nrn
  
  The last time a triple play was turned during the World Series was in 1920. If that happens again, Denny’s will give away free Triple Play meals.
  
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• How restaurant employees feel about AI

  22-10-2026 18:48 via Nrn
  
  About half are enthusiastic, and a majority say they are at least open to using AI at work, according to data from Toast.
  
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• Taco Bell extends PepsiCo partnership through 2036

  22-10-2026 18:03 via Nrn
  
  The brands have previously collaborated on innovations such as the Mountain Dew Baja Blast and Doritos Locos Tacos.
  
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• Marco's Pizza opens an Operations Center of Excellence in Orlando

  22-10-2026 17:55 via Nrn
  
  The hub will complement the chain’s Toledo, Ohio, headquarters and includes a fully equipped training kitchen.
  
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• Domino’s, tariffs, and influencers

  22-10-2026 15:35 via Nrn
  
  Get all the headlines in today’s Restaurant Daily podcast.
  
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• Bojangles is expanding its drive-thru AI system to all restaurants

  22-10-2026 14:02 via Nrn
  
  The extension, in partnership with Hi Auto, builds on the nearly 500 locations that have already deployed the technology, called Bo-Linda.
  
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• Landry’s to acquire most of Fireman Hospitality Group's concepts in bankruptcy auction

  21-10-2026 23:26 via Nrn
  
  The Houston-based mega restaurant group has bid $22 million to acquire assets like Café Fiorello, Trattoria Dell’Arte and Bond 45 out of bankruptcy. Ciao Hospitality’s Jeff Crivello was a co-bidder.
  
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• Trending this week: A bankrupt Wendy’s franchisee pushes back against the brand

  21-10-2026 21:48 via Nrn
  
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• A potential buyer emerges for some bankrupt Wendy’s restaurants

  21-10-2026 21:36 via Nrn
  
  Meritage Hospitality Group has proposed to sell 42 locations in Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Missouri to Hiren Patel for $18.6 million.
  
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• Former Shake Shack chef John Karangis joins Sweetgreen as its head of culinary

  21-10-2026 19:35 via Nrn
  
  He will collaborate with marketing, operations, and suppliers to develop new menu items.
  
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• How to develop the perfect LTO, according to restaurant marketing vet Tim Hackbardt

  21-10-2026 18:32 via Nrn
  
  Playa Bowls’ CMO offers the do’s and don’ts for developing a successful limited-time offer.
  
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• Friendly’s introduces ‘Snow Days’ winter menu and free sundae deal

  21-10-2026 17:13 via Nrn
  
  Friendly’s new seasonal menu includes a Snowfall Burger dusted with Parmesan cheese "snow" and a Snowball Fight sundae with doughnut holes.
  
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• Tom’s Watch Bar names Shannon McNiel CEO

  21-10-2026 15:35 via Nrn
  
  McNiel was previously co-CEO with Brooks Schaden, who will return to his role as CEO of Tom’s owner, SIF Partners.
  
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• Golden Corral, Wendy’s, and Yoshinoya

  21-10-2026 15:15 via Nrn
  
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• Wendy’s turns its attention to value

  21-10-2026 15:08 via Nrn
  
  The fast-food chain has started selling a $7.99 Dave’s Single combo meal for a limited time, with the return of yellow packaging.
  
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