Restaurant Daily

McDonald’s new prototype is see-through. Velvet Taco is the latest chain to jump into value. And Chipotle is making its appearance in another video game, less than a month after its first.

Chipotle’s venture fund has some new investments. A Mountain Mike’s franchisee files bankruptcy. And Hot Dog on a Stick has a new owner. 

Marketing calendars are more crowded than ever, yet traffic remains down. Sweetgreen launched a salad in collaboration with Alice Waters. And Golden Chick is ready to press the gas on marketing.

Burger King has some new chicken sandwiches. Jersey Mike’s filing to go public has some interesting tidbits. And is tiered menu pricing becoming less effective?

Jersey Mike’s is officially going public. It seems there will not be a boost in summer hiring. And let’s get to know the woman largely credited with transforming the Las Vegas restaurant scene.

McDonald’s has a new chief of development. Just Salad scored a slam dunk with a new celebrity investor. And quick-service sandwich chains are losing to fast-casual competitors.

Luckin Coffee is bringing kiosks to its New York locations. Another chain has jumped into catering. And a casual-dining chain has been sold.

KFC has a plan for its next chapter of growth. Taco Bell opened its first Cantina in an airport. And Einstein Bros. is hoping to catch the bagel boom.

A group of Red Lobster’s creditors has filed a lawsuit against Thai Union Group. The eight-unit pizza chain Pizzana is preparing for big growth. And a bankrupt Popeyes franchisee has found buyers for 97 of its 136 locations.

Domino’s incoming CEO sees the pizza chain as a brand in progress. Business is booming at LongHorn Steakhouse. And Starbucks wants some employees to create TikTok content, and share in the ad revenue.

Wendy’s is getting the meme treatment. Restaurants are expected to hire fewer workers this summer. And On the Border filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. 

Domino’s CEO is stepping down. Taco Bell is offering emotional support tacos. And Starbucks is adding new leaders to its coffeeshops.

TGI Fridays made a new tech move in its ongoing transformation. The U.K. is getting even more hot chicken. And Zaxbys is tapping into a longtime favorite flavor profile.

Twin Peaks is out of bankruptcy. The history of McDonald’s fried apple pie. And the controversy about EverPass and the NFL Sunday Ticket .

Panera has rolled out a big menu upgrade. Higher gas prices have begun to take their toll on fast food traffic. And Pura Vida Miami is building infrastructure for expansion.

Pizza Hut will have a new owner. Dave & Buster’s latest quarter missed the mark. And Chick-fil-A has been dethroned as the longtime leader in customer satisfaction.

KFC has given us a glimpse of what’s next for the brand. On the Border closed most of its restaurants over the weekend. And Domino’s has added a premium crust to its Best Deal Ever lineup.

The James Beard Awards are here. A California bill could impact loyalty programs. And Chipotle is rolling out the red carpet, or at least sauce, for Father’s Day.

Smaller cafes may be the secret to Starbucks’ future growth. Wingstop is bringing back its Boneless Meal Deal. And restaurants are not impressed with a swipe-fee settlement.

Customers are coming back to Cracker Barrel faster than expected. Pizza Hut may be losing share to a surprising competitor. And The Habit Burger & Grill is jumping into the competitive wraps category.

KFC is testing a new concept. Screwworms could screw with beef prices. And Freddy’s is doing bowls. 

KFC is making a slow comeback. The World Cup is coming. And why technology hasn’t improved restaurant profits.

Shake Shack had to deal with rib theft last month. Restaurants keep adding jobs. And Subway has a new digital channel. 

Raising Cane’s has another flagship coming to LA. Luckin Coffee is upgrading its beverage experience. And the World Cup is coming.

The Pizza Hut sale appears to be happening. Dutch Bros taking on energy drink competition. And Logan’s Roadhouse is testing THC drinks.