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The trump impact—where are we now?

 By Peter Romeo on Dec. 09, 2017

A year after the public put a businessman in the White House for the first time, restaurateurs are still judging the effects.

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Value takes center stage, again, at quick-service chains

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 03, 2018

McDonald’s, Subway and others introduce new offers this week as industry competitiveness continues.

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Bagger Dave’s closes a third of its units

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 31, 2018

The casual-dining chain plans to buy out small shareholders to cut costs.

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Chipotle kills its burger restaurant

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 01, 2018

The burrito chain closed Tasty Made just months after it hired a celebrity chef to lead it.

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Franchisors are offering negotiable terms to attract operators

By David Farkas on Feb. 07, 2017

Here’s a look at five areas where franchisees with leverage are finding wiggle room in franchisor contracts.

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McDonald’s bold new off-premise strategy

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 21, 2017

The burger giant's long-range growth plan is intended to bolster takeout and delivery sales in a big way.

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To franchise, or not to franchise? 6 takeaways from industry vets

By Heather Lalley on May 22, 2017

Why franchising feels like being a mother with 300 children.

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Newcomers to the retro luncheonette

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 15, 2017

The old-school lunch counter is undergoing a rebirth. The luncheonette design makes smart business sense in an ever-challenging restaurant economy.

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Offsite gear

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 28, 2008

Whether it’s simply moving lunch to an outdoor location or offering a full off-premises banquet and catering service, there’s money to be made offsite. But preparing and holding food often requires specialized equipment.

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Nutrition analysis tools are ready, even if labeling regs aren't

By Amanda Kooser on Jun. 05, 2012

None of Kona Grill's restaurants are located in a state that requires menu labeling, but that hasn't stopped the company from getting ready to comply with upcoming federal regulations. Those regulations haven't been finalized yet, but it could happen before the end of the year.

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