Restaurant Daily

Domino’s CEO is retiring as the chain faces multiple challenges. Wendy’s bought nearly 100 restaurants from franchisees. And technology isn’t just for limited-service brands.

Steak n Shake was profitable last year for the first time since 2017. Chipotle is opening a new office in the Buckeye State. And DoorDash is acquiring an ordering startup.

A pro-labor survey says Starbucks customers support unionization. How long will the omicron-fueled delivery boom last? And labor and commodity costs hit a big Burger King franchisee’s earnings.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could mean even more inflation for restaurants. Cities are starting to end their vaccine mandates for dining in. And Noodles took a major hit from omicron.

 Restaurants are asking the IRS for help. Firehouse Subs is doing something it hasn’t done in more than a decade. And Jack in the Box is still looking toward unit growth.

The CEO of Fat Brands is being investigated by the feds. The union behind organizing efforts at Starbucks steps into the spotlight. And McDonald’s fires back at activist investor Carl Icahn.

Shake Shack remains in rebuilding mode. Business at Carrabba’s Italian Grill is suddenly booming. And the Mountain Mike’s pizza chain is ready to grow.

Restaurants’ recovery appears to be flagging. And now they might run out of avocados. Also, Carl Icahn is threatening to start a pork-related proxy fight with McDonald’s.

Wing prices are finally headed down, Wingstop says. Denny’s needs to get back to 24-7 operations. And Tim Horton’s is on a roll.

The National Restaurant Association named its next CEO. Chipotle marked a big milestone. And the chicken sandwich wars have wounded Popeyes.

McDonald’s franchisees have extra reason to be speedy. An activist group is plotting to kill the tip credit. And DoorDash appears to be taking a close look at robots.

Burgerim’s fast but flawed growth was aided by the SBA. Chipotle is testing some cutting-edge new technology. And fast-food chains are getting more digital orders.

Prices continue to soar. Chipotle keeps looking for more workers. And this labor software company has closed another massive funding round

Chipotle could be coming to a mid-size city near you. Yum Brands opened more restaurants last year than it ever has. And customers seem to be OK with higher menu prices.

The cost of packaging is about to go up for some restaurants. Wingstop just took another step toward becoming 100% digital. And two big restaurant chains have not been shy about raising prices recently.

There’s surprisingly good news on the jobs front. But some potential bad news for delivery. And Papa Johns is reporting some operational difficulties.

Wingstop and Jimmy John’s unveiled futuristic new prototypes. And there should be plenty of chicken wings to go around for the Super Bowl -- but they’ll cost you.

Omicron posed some obstacles for the parent of Chili’s and Maggiano’s. Same goes for Starbucks. And Domino’s is trying to get you to pick up your own pizzas.

Another day, another handful of Starbucks stores pushing to unionize. Why restaurants should continue to be wary of third-party delivery. And some restaurants are shifting their stance on shift drinks.

McDonald’s loyalty program is booming. Starbucks CEO got a major raise. And you can now order at your table at Panera Bread.

McDonald’s plans to start opening new restaurants again. The number of Starbucks stores facing unionization keeps growing. And bread is making a comeback at restaurants.

McDonald’s is riding high, with record sales and profits. Consumers are still all-in on delivery. And California has a new paid leave requirement.

Jersey Mike’s is in the market for a small chain. Reef was accused of stealing employees to help launch airport operations. And full-service restaurants have lost market share.

How big of an impact has omicron had on restaurants? The federal vaccine mandate is officially dead … or is it? And Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is the latest fast casual to get into the drive-thru game.

Half of restaurants say they won’t survive without more federal aid. A dismissed McDonald’s lawsuit is back. And Tony Roma’s is developing a fast-casual spinoff.