Carrabba's Italian Grill

Delivery backlash and 4 other head-spinning moments

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 23, 2018

The dash for off-premise business is taking a detour around third-party delivery. Meanwhile, Amy Poehler isn't making restaurateurs laugh, R&D kitchens are cooking up some unusual new products, and the drug epidemic is prompting some controversial changes in operations.

Marketing

Chili's simplifies loyalty program with every-visit rewards

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 20, 2018

All members will get something free when they visit a store.

Chicken Soup

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 15, 2010

There’s no better cure for the common cold than a steaming bowl of chicken soup. In addition to offering the classic chicken noodle and matzoh ball versions to cure our ills and soothe our souls, restaurants are menuing a number of tasty chicken soup variations.

Consumer Trends

Top chains by menu segment for 2017

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 17, 2017

Chains ranking highest in their competitive set deliver more than just good food. They’re winning in all aspects of the dining experience, from service to convenience.

Operations

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Reverse is the new forward

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 28, 2017

Some big chains are reversing themselves on customization, delivery, portioning and new-age staffing moves.

Top 500 Chains

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Jun. 12, 2017

Parent Bloomin’ Brands rolled out a loyalty program across its concepts

Financing

What’s the next restaurant chain to be swallowed?

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 27, 2017

Restaurant dealmaking is at its highest level in 11 years. The transactions record could be shattered if these blockbuster acquisitions, already the subjects of Wall Street speculation, should go down.

Financing