Burgers

Burgers create buzz at Buffalo Wild Wings, TGI Fridays and Culver's

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 10, 2023

Taste Tracker: Firehouse, Veggie Grill and Potbelly spotlight new sandwiches; fresh bowls spring up at Pokeworks and Smoothie King; True Foods updates its lineup; and inventive drinks refresh menus.

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McDonald's, despite strong sales, prepares for layoffs

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 03, 2023

The burger giant is temporarily closing corporate offices this week to notify employees who will be left without a job as part of its corporate restructuring. McDonald's argues the reorganization will speed up innovation.

Food

IHOP fills gaps in menu with new savory and sweet additions

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 29, 2023

New VP of culinary Art Carl is innovating across the menu, focusing on craveable options that can span the dayparts.

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Burger King is closing 26 locations in Michigan

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 28, 2023

EYM King, a Texas-based operator who the brand sued in February for not paying royalties, is closing the locations over the next few weeks.

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Food

Burger King borrows preps from fine dining to innovate the menu

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 17, 2023

The burger chain’s new culinary focus reflects head chef Chad Brauze’s experience and passion gained in Michelin-starred restaurants.

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Patrick Doyle puts his faith in the Whopper

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 22, 2023

The new executive chairman of Restaurant Brands International believes the burger may be a better brand than Burger King right now. It may be key to the fast-food chain's U.S. comeback.

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Customers returned to Shake Shack in January

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 16, 2023

The fast-casual, "better burger" chain is positioning itself to capture trade-down diners with truffles and more plant-based options. It is also working to rebuild profit margins.

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McDonald’s added U.S. restaurants last year for the first time since 2014

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 31, 2023

And the burger giant is planning to step up its development, saying it has a “right” to do so after generating strong sales growth since the pandemic.

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