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California is the latest — and so far largest — state to implement a state-level healthcare mandate. It is unlikely to be the last.
Plus, how Amazon’s delivery news could impact restaurant operators
Two top executives of Buffalo Wild Wings franchisee Diversified Restaurant Holdings Inc. have resigned in an restructuring shakeup, the company said.http://ow.ly/Xw4X50uUfT6
Diversified Restaurant Holdings CEO, CFO resign; founder assumes interim role
See the Top 200 ranked by Estimated Sales per Unit.
2019 Top 200: Estimated Sales per Unit
Before the rise of the third-party app, delivery used to be synonymous with pizza. But now that the home-delivery market has ballooned to $795 billion and customers can order (practically) any food they can dream of, the top pizza brands need to transition to stay competitive.
Domino's, smaller brands stand apart as segment growth stagnates
See the Top 200 ranked by growth in U.S. franchise units.
2019 Top 200: Growth in U.S. Franchise units
It seems like hardly a day goes by without news of another restaurant chain adding a plant-based protein to its menu, and the public seems to be eating it up. But, restaurant investors and trend experts aren’t sure how long the craze will last.
Experts wonder whether the hype will translate into long-term sales
To satisfy diners’ sweet tooths, some chefs are taking desserts to the next-level by combining global desserts or ingredients with one of America’s most beloved treats — the brownie. http://ow.ly/O5T250uR8vo
Mole, burning sage and more spice up a new generation of sweets
Celebrate independence with these fire-cracking deals. http://ow.ly/KEOU50uSGmF
Celebrate independence with these fire-cracking deals
The Family-Dining segment had combined reported or estimated Latest-Year U.S. sales of $16.2 billion, up from $15.9 billion in the Preceding Year, driven by industry staples IHOP, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store and Denny’s.
First Watch leads list of brands outshining staid rivals
Firehouse Subs has pulled the wraps of its new “Restaurant of the Future” prototype as the brand celebrates its 25th anniversary.
The new unit opened in Jacksonville, Fla.
The quick-service chain's lineup includes a new Sour Patch Kids flavor
The quick-service chain's lineup includes a new Sour Patch Kids variety
&pizza has become equally recognized for being at the forefront of industry labor reform and taking risks with new technology as it has for its oblong pizzas with creative toppings. Get a closer look at this growing brand, one of NRN's 2019 Hot Concepts.
The pizza chain looks to double locations by 2020 without losing its edge
The Kroger Co. is sweetening its appeal to foodies with the rollout of a new private-brand merchandising concept and a new urban supermarket with in-store dining.
Treasure EmporiYUM to expand; eateries set for new Cincy store
See the Top 200 ranked by U.S. unit growth rates.
This is part of the Nation’s Restaurant News annual Top 200 report, a proprietary ranking of the foodservice industry’s largest restaurant chains.
GrubhubCEO Matt Maloney issued an email to employees Tuesday morning defending the brand and calling accusations of cyber-squatting “false” and “reckless” reporting.
Matt Maloney defends company in internal memo obtained by NRN
What does it mean to be a bakery-cafe? Judging by the eight chains in the Top 200 Bakery-Cafe segment, a whole lot of things.
Broader menus, new store formats help segment evolve amid slowing growth
The investment group behind Hooters of America LLC has sold the casual-dining wings brand.
Selling investors retain stake in breastaurant brand
From simple to elevated, get creative with these every day recipes turned sensational using bold flavor.
From simple to elevated-get creative with these every day recipes turned sensational using bold flavor.
Dunkin’ has expanded its test of kiosks to the West Coast with the opening of its 100th location in California. http://ow.ly/QyeB50uR8Oc
New self-serve screens resemble those at McDonald’s
CEC Entertainment Inc.’s same-store sales for the second quarter ended June 30 were up 0.4%. http://ow.ly/ZoVn50uR8HR
Private placement as part of impending CEC-Leo Holdings merger increased $14M, to $114M
O’Charley’s has closed at least 20 restaurants since 2016 with the latest eight closing over the weekend.
The closures are among at least 20 since 2016
See the Top 200 ranked by U.S. units.
This is part of the Nation’s Restaurant News annual Top 200 report, a proprietary ranking of the foodservice industry’s largest restaurant chains.
It is on 55% more menus now than it was four years ago, with highest awareness among consumers in the Midwest, according to Datassential.
The ingredient has grown in U.S. menu mentions by 55% over the past four years
A number of restaurant companies named at least 23 people to top roles in June. Meet the newest leaders.
A number of restaurant companies named at least 23 people to top roles in June.
It’s been another year of smooth sailing for the country’s two largest U.S. smoothie concepts.
Smoothie chains whip up double-digit sales gains; coffee remains hot
Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. is following its tech-forward restaurant redesign of late last year with a menu revamp that it hopes will appeal to younger diners. http://ow.ly/eWA750uPlGB
Casual-dining brand will soon add Nashville hot chicken and tenders to the menu
Pizza is a favorite dining choice of many consumers, so operators are finding ways to add innovative versions of the universally popular food item to their menus.
Operators are satisfying demand for innovative pizzas by menuing tasty pizzas on everything from a traditional round pizza crust to unique flatbread.
Subway’s goal of injecting more culinary innovation into its menu continues with two big summer introductions: milkshakes and ciabatta sandwiches.
The chain also adds ciabatta subs and Hubert’s Lemonade
The war on packaging is heating up, and California is poised to set a new marker that may change the lifecycle of the issue.
As demand for delivery increases, operators are finding themselves in a difficult position
The New York City Council hosted an oversight hearing Thursday to understand the impact of food delivery apps on the restaurant industry.
‘They came into my place of business like a Trojan horse,’ panel chair quotes operator
A series of missteps have led to erosion of shareholder value, analysts say. Learn more about them here. http://ow.ly/XdAh50uPke9
A series of missteps have led to erosion of shareholder value, analysts say
The Top 200 brands with the largest Estimated Sales Per Unit are primarily made up of big-footprint brands that offer either luxury experiences or high-impact atmospheres with gaming, entertainment and bold decor.
But there’s one that stands out from that pack: Portillo’s.
Powerhouse brands boost sales with cult followings, heightened experiences
Operators should always be privy to ways of cutting labor costs, and one of the first places they should look is how they can improve their digital ordering.
Whether you’re a single location or a franchise with units spanning coast to coast, the growing cost of running a restaurant are not for the faint of heart.
CraftWorks Holdings has named industry veteran Marc Buehler to the new position of divisional president for its brewery and specialty restaurants. http://ow.ly/WTfq50uOBVm
Mark Buehler to head Rock Bottom, Gordon Biersch and other brands
Slideshow: The food-focused Punch Bowl Social is set to open its 17th unit Saturday in Dallas. http://ow.ly/NSF650uOsKn
Denver-based ‘experiential lifestyle brand’ set to open 17th unit
The 13 chicken chains tracked in the Top 200 once again enjoyed strong growth in the Latest Year, with total segment sales up by 8.9% to nearly $26.5 billion.
Meeting customers where they are helps Chick-fil-A, Wingstop soar
The smell of coffee greets customers when they swipe into the new Amazon Go in Midtown Manhattan. http://ow.ly/Wqdi50uOqmZ
The most important meal of the day can mean a good start for grocers, too
See what chains around the country have added this week with #NRNMenuTracker http://ow.ly/82WX50uOfvN
See what chains across the country are adding this week.
The rising store-level output that contributed to growth in aggregate U.S. sales among NRN’s Top 200 chains was tempered by significantly slowing unit gains.
Real estate market, rise of delivery reshape development strategies
Chris Turner replaces Yum president David Gibbs, who was promoted in January to the role of chief operating officer.
Chris Turner succeeds David Gibbs, who was promoted in January
Delivery startups are all about partnerships lately; the latest example is between Uber Eats and Olo, a digital food ordering platform. Through this partnership orders submitted through Uber Eats are directly inputted into the order stream at the restaurant. http://ow.ly/oRzT50uNHeC
Restaurant tech companies announce POS integration partnership
Over the years, Chipotle Mexican Grill has offered several perks to recruit and retain hourly employees in an ever-increasing tight labor market.
5 takeaways from Chipotle’s game-changing employee bonus program
An employee at the high-end Chicago cocktail bar The Aviary was placed on leave Wednesday following reports that Eric Trump, a son of President Donald Trump, said he was spat upon during a visit to the bar this week. http://ow.ly/aR9g50uNCyc
Eric Trump said he was spat upon during visit to Chicago cocktail bar
Although corporate support of the LGBTQ community might have been a risky marketing strategy a decade ago, now major brands that do not acknowledge Pride Month in June look more conspicuous than those that do. Read about the conundrum for some brands. http://ow.ly/iTF950uNBGS
Extremism raises quandry for chains like Cracker Barrel, Chick-fil-A, Waffle House
Slideshow: The annual Fancy Food Show at the Javits Center in New York City offered attendees a look at the latest edible and drinkable items available in retail. Here’s a look at some of the most trend-forward items. http://ow.ly/grTu50uNydC
Seeds, jerky, next-gen tea and more were on display
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NRN editor-in-chief Jenna Telesca and senior editor Gloria Dawson are introducing this year's Hot Concept Award winners live.
The premier top-to-top restaurant industry conference, MUFSO, will present Gary Vaynerchuk — bestselling author, venture capitalist and digital media vanguard — as a keynote speaker who will recalibrate how executives approach today’s customers and the business environment he has dubbed “The Thank You Economy.” MUFSO Conference #MUFSO Gary Vaynerchuk http://ow.ly/B1QW50uCHyz
The live announcement of this year's Norman Award winner from Nation's Restaurant News
Our live announcement of this year's MenuMasters Awards winners
Want to end child hunger in America? Join Dine Out for No Kid Hungry to help put a stop to child hunger. dineout.nokidhungry.org
Join Dine Out for No Kid Hungry and all the restaurants nationwide that have partnered together to stop child hunger in America. dineout.nokidhungry.org
Dine Out for No Kid Hungry is the no. 1 national restaurant campaign that raises critical funds and awareness to end childhood hunger in America. More than 15,000 restaurants nationwide have united with Dine Out for No Kid Hungry to help make a difference.
Bar Louie remains a restaurant brand that has grown nationally by tailoring its local image. During an interview at Bar Louie’s headquarters in Addison, Texas, Neitzel talked with Nation’s Restaurant News about Bar Louie’s development and local positioning. Read more: http://nrn.com/chef-insights/bar-louie-cultivates-local-roots
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is expanding the reach of its inaugural July concert series through audio-live streams to its domestic system and Facebook Live broadcasts to others who might not be in a restaurant. Read more: http://bit.ly/29xOx8X
Chuck E. Cheese’s continues to expand its menu items geared toward adults and increase value offerings to build frequency among customers. http://ow.ly/7SSt301uWiY
Laura Abshire, director of sustainability policy and government affairs of National Restaurant Association, said the 2016 NRA Show saw a number of innovations aimed at making restaurants, especially in kitchen equipment, greener. Sustainability initiatives can not only help restaurants save natural resources, but they can also help operators save money.
Pei Wei is honing its restaurant design, broadening its menu and planning a July debut of a new smartphone app with built-in ordering, payment and rewards. Read more: http://bit.ly/1RkwJXC
Cicis took the wraps off a new brand image that culminates the past year of reassessing where the buffet brand should be headed. http://bit.ly/1Panp7K
The NRN Power List, now in its third year, is the most definitive list of industry leaders who are not only setting trends today, but also shaping them for tomorrow. Read more: http://nrn.com/power-list-2016
New menu items introduced by restaurants this month. Pizza Hut, Church's Chicken, Tim Hortons Cafe and Bake Shop, Newk's Eatery, Domino's Pizza, Panera Bread, Arby's, Wingstop, Mazzio's, Smashburger, Auntie Anne's, TOGO'S Sandwiches, Bruster's Real Ice Cream, Taco Bell,
NRN editor-in-chief Sarah E. Lockyer sat with Hattie Hill, president and CEO of the Women's Foodservice Forum, to discuss the importance of the WFF and what role the group can play for tomorrow’s leaders. http://bit.ly/1HcqPbn
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