Beverages

Outback riffs on two core items—steak and onions—for 'Steakmas Season' menu

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 28, 2023

The holiday lineup is all about indulgence on the food side, but beverage innovation shares equal status with culinary when it comes to menu promotions.

Beverage

Nobu offers sober-curious guests tea cocktails to pair with menu

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 20, 2023

The high-end restaurant teamed with a Japanese green tea expert to build a zero-proof drink list and an additional revenue stream.

Financing

Chili's sells a lot of tequila and other takeaways from the Global Restaurant Leadership Conference

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 08, 2023

Danny Meyer's big regret. Why so many economic headlines are contradictory. And don't forget to reallocate your AI labor savings.

Premium

Beverage

Energy drinks are finding their place in the restaurant space

By Reyna Estrada on Oct. 06, 2023

Energy drinks have been around in the restaurant industry for many years, but the market is expected to grow and restaurants are quick to get on board.

Beverage

How Sip Fresh is refreshing the beverage segment with mixology-inspired juice drinks

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 21, 2023

Founder and CEO Sharon Arthofer employs trained “sipologists” and “sipistas” at each location to create and serve the elevated beverage menu.

Emerging Brands

The Future 50 gets a shot of caffeine

By Lisa Jennings on Sep. 18, 2023

Coffee and "dirty soda" take center stage on this year’s ranking of up-and-coming restaurant chains, but midscale breakfast brands see plenty of room to expand and casual dining makes a comeback.

Operations

McDonald's is getting rid of its self-serve drink stations

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 11, 2023

The burger giant is ditching self-serve soft drinks by 2032 to “create a consistent experience” across its different ordering channels.

Beverage

Kimpton's hotel restaurants are mixing up drinks with benefits

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 30, 2023

The Toast to Total Wellness Menu offers customers a spirit-free beverage lineup with health benefits, including a Kombucha Mocktail, Berry-Infused Coconut Water and Matcha Latte.

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