Restaurant Daily

Nelson Pelz is making another stab at Wendy’s, with a new partner. Wingstop had another negative quarter. And Jersey Mike’s is beginning to win younger and more diverse diners. Learn more about Yelp Host at ⁠⁠https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Sweetgreen is increasing pay for general managers. DoorDash might buy Instacart. And McDonald’s is embarking on the biggest training effort in its history. Learn more about Yelp Host at ⁠https://business.yelp.com/nrn

McDonald’s is ending its longtime partnership with the FIFA World Cup. Casey’s is doubling down on its pizza innovation. And Chipotle is bringing back brisket for a limited time. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

A look at Walmart as food delivery giant. Zaxby’s trolls Raising Cane’s about sauce. And Domino’s wins points for its loyalty program.

Taco Bell and PepsiCo have renewed their partnership for another 11 years. Bojangles’ drive-thru AI order taker is expanding across the entire system. And the QSR pizza category may have just gotten a much-needed win. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Domino’s is the latest chain hoping to take advantage of Minecraft’s popularity. Restaurants are turning to micro-influencers to reach consumers. And another lawsuit has been filed against the Trump administration over the legality of tariffs.  Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Golden Corral is closing restaurants. Wendy’s is hinting about changes. And Yoshinoya wants to reach younger diners with ramen.

Taco Bell is giving Rewards members a new gamified value experience. Crumbl is trying to boost sales. And Wingstop is really getting into the Halloween spirit.

KFC is making the switch to Coke. OLO is taking a big swing at third party apps. And how restaurants are coping with increasingly bad weather.

There was a lot of mixed economic news on Thursday. Two chains are proving that marketing partnerships can still work. And Noodles & Company is making ramen a permanent part of its menu. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Salad and Go is coming back. Menu prices are rising faster than wages. And Gen Korean is officially moving away from restaurants. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Domino’s saw just nominal growth last quarter despite aggressive innovation and promotions. Krispy Kreme is targeting U.S. growth again. And Chipotle is shining a spotlight on its Family Meals with what it calls a “Big Ass Chipotle Bag.”

It was exciting for a minute, but it looks like Starbucks won’t buy Chipotle after all. Still, Chipotle’s COO has been busy. And Wendy’s and a franchisee have disagreements about a bankruptcy. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Taco Bell and Milk Bar are reuniting with a new offering. MTY Group may be having a sale on its brands. And Outback says its steaks are better than ever.

Could Starbucks buy Chipotle? There are questions about Uber’s proposed acquisition of ezCater. And Subway is trying some new things overseas. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

McDonald’s has been sued over an AI tool. EZCater could have a new owner. And pizza upgrades at 7-Eleven could be a threat. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Souplantation is coming back to California. An emerging hot chicken chain has a new chief executive. And Wagamama has completely revamped its menu. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

True Food Kitchen has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. McDonald’s is bottling its pickle brine. And Domino’s is celebrating National Pizza Month. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Crumbl cookies is crumbling. Chip City is closing. And the former CEO of Subway’s purchasing co-op has been indicted on bribery charges. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

National Taco Day is going global. Fat Brands is no more. And McDonald’s says it does not use AI to set prices. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

El Pollo Loco is heading to New York City. Jollibee is growing its U.S. sales. And Jonathan Maze gets a peek into McDonald’s archives. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Starbucks has a new drink. Chipotle’s Chipotlane has hit a major milestone. And TGI Fridays is looking to return to domestic growth. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

A Dave’s Hot Chicken franchisee files bankruptcy. Chipotle could bring back its margarita. And Rock N Roll Sushi has a new CEO. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

KFC has a new prototype. Papa Johns is offering The Works at a discount. And Wonder has shared some insights to its decision-making. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

Starbucks is closing even more locations. Burger King is shifting gears on drive-thru AI. And Cyclospora fears put a damper on Olive Garden’s summer. Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn