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ItsaCheckmate rebrands, acquires AI voice provider VoiceBite

 By Joe Guszkowski on May 08, 2024

The order integration company has expanded into an all-around digital ordering supplier and now goes by just Checkmate.

Financing

How Chip City Cookies plans to use a second round of funding from Danny Meyer's investment arm

 By Lisa Jennings on May 08, 2024

The Series B funding brings the Enlightened Hospitality Investments total to $17.5 million, which will help the 38-unit chain compete in the crowded cookie segment.

Operations

Friendly's is opening restaurants again

By Peter Romeo on May 08, 2024

The 89-year-old family-dining chain has unveiled a new store in Orlando that gives a liberal nod to the brand's past while incorporating new touches like a bakery.

Operations

How to navigate the National Restaurant Show like a pro

By Lisa Jennings and Patricia Cobe on May 08, 2024

Whether you’re a first timer or conference veteran, here’s what you need to know about the biggest restaurant show in the Western hemisphere, which begins in Chicago on May 18.

Operations

Noodles & Co. had layoffs and sales declines in Q1. But CEO Drew Madsen sees signs of turnaround

By Lisa Jennings on May 08, 2024

Comps and traffic turned positive in April as efforts to improve menu and operations take shape.

Financing

Craveworthy bought three more brands, this time with an eye for conversion

By Lisa Jennings on May 08, 2024

The platform company this week acquired the brands Taim Mediterranean Kitchen, Hot Chicken Takeover and Sigri Indian BBQ. And more are in the works.

Financing

Who is winning the chicken wars right now

By Jonathan Maze on May 08, 2024

A Deeper Dive: This week’s podcast features a discussion on recent restaurant chain earnings reports, including Wingstop, KFC, Popeyes, Chipotle and Starbucks.

Financing

Applebee's bets more discounts will reverse sales declines

By Joe Guszkowski on May 08, 2024

The casual-dining chain lost business from lower-income guests but believes promotions like $1 margaritas will bring them back.

Financing

The International Franchise Association has some ideas for better franchising

By Jonathan Maze on May 08, 2024

The trade group is calling for changes in disclosure rules before people buy a franchise. It comes as federal regulators examine rules for franchise companies.

Food

Burger King launches a new dessert to celebrate its 70th birthday

By Patricia Cobe on May 08, 2024

The Birthday Pie Slice comes to the menu Monday, and the party continues through June with special birthday deals.

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