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Christmas is the busiest day of the year for Huddle House

 By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 20, 2023

After unwrapping presents and getting out of PJs, families come for big breakfasts and homestyle meals at the chain’s locations, which traditionally stay open on Dec. 25.

Operations

Merry merch and the year of car mukbangs

 By Nancy Kruse and Lisa Jennings on Dec. 20, 2023

Nancy & Lisa: A look back on the wacky, the trendy and how restaurants became wearable.

Food

Bar Louie fills menu gaps to boost traffic beyond happy hour

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 19, 2023

Behind the Menu: As new VP of culinary, Joel Reynders is expanding the menu in new directions without losing focus on the bar.

Consumer Trends

Cost-conscious consumers trade down from restaurants to c-stores

By Chuck Ulie on Nov. 30, 2023

As menu prices rise at fast-food restaurants, customers are looking to convenience stores for meal deals.

Food

IHOP ties into 'Wonka' movie with themed LTOs

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 27, 2023

The family-dining chain launches eight menu items Monday inspired by the film’s story—and they’re not all chocolate.

Food

Democratizing food media in a waffle iron with Skittles

By Nancy Kruse and Lisa Jennings on Nov. 21, 2023

Nancy Kruse and Lisa Jennings debate the changing of the guard in food media as TikTok steals the show.

Beverage

Starbucks' global locations offer unique takes on holiday beverages

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 21, 2023

From a Chestnut Praline Latte in the Caribbean to Japan’s Strawberry Merry Cream Frappuccino, stores in different parts of the world celebrate with seasonal drinks that reflect the culture.

Operations

What do restaurant operators have to be thankful for? Plenty

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 21, 2023

RB editors look at trends and topics that the industry should be thankful for, from casual dining’s survival to brunch.

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.

Operations

Taco Bell tests idea of winning breakfast with tots

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 16, 2023

Breakfast Tater Tots topped with scrambled eggs and bacon or sausage debut at units in Chicago as LTO.

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