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Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream Breaks Into Texas With Multi-Unit DFW Franchise Agreement

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:30:34 Z

(Restaurant News) BB3 Hospitality Co., led by Jeremy and Elizabeth Aune, signs on for multiple new locations across Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant counties Davenport, IA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Happy Joe s Pizza & Ice Cream , the iconic restaurant concept...

Dalmoros Fresh Italian Announces Major Nationwide Expansion Into Key U.S. Markets

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:10:05 Z

(Restaurant News) The Popular, Fast-Casual, Fresh Pasta and Italian Cuisine Restaurant Continues Rapid Expansion with Upcoming Locations in Midtown Manhattan, Texas Walmart Stores and Pentagon City Mall (DC), Plus Metropolitan Philadelphia on the Horizon St....

Rock N’ Roll Sushi Amplifies Knoxville’s Dining Scene

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:18:23 Z

(Restaurant News) Original American-style sushi concept brings fan-favorite rolls and signature Dine Out Loud experience to Hardin Valley Knoxville, TN ( RestaurantNews.com ) Rock N Roll Sushi , the rock-themed restaurant known for pairing creative takes on...

Protein for Every Plate: Golden Corral Offers 20+ High-Protein Selections Daily Featuring NEW Grilled Chicken Tenders and Golden Delicious Shrimp Tossed in Spicy Peach & Garlic Parm

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:22:43 Z

(Restaurant News) America s leading buffet delivers more than 20+ protein options on the buffet every day alongside NEW Prickly Pear Lemonade Raleigh, NC ( RestaurantNews.com ) Golden Corral , the nation’s go-to buffet for variety and value, is serving up more ways...

Teriyaki Madness Leaves Fast Casual Competitors in the Dust With Stronger Same-Store Sales, Traffic and Expansion Momentum

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:20:41 Z

(Restaurant News) Systemwide sales climbed nearly 31 percent more than triple the category pace with 12 new locations opened and existing operators hitting the gas on franchise growth Denver, CO ( RestaurantNews.com ) Other fast casual brands are simply hoping for a...

Handel’s Ice Cream Tops Off National Ice Cream Day with Limited-Edition Hat Giveaway

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:13:35 Z

(Restaurant News) First 250 customers receive FREE cap with any ice cream purchase on July 19 Youngstown, OH ( RestaurantNews.com ) Handel s Ice Cream , the beloved brand serving ice cream since 1945, is topping off National Ice Cream Day in style as they will be...

Back by Popular Demand: Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza Returns to Papa Johns

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:06:39 Z

(Restaurant News) The limited-time fan-favorite puts premium ingredients and handcrafted quality at the center of every bite. Atlanta, GA ( RestaurantNews.com ) This summer, Papa Johns is bringing back the fan-favorite Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza for a...

Restaurant Franchise News from Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch, The Brass Tap, Chronic Tacos, and More!

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:58:34 Z

(Restaurant News) The latest restaurant franchise news highlights Huckleberry s Breakfast & Lunch bringing its signature Southern comfort food and bayou-inspired atmosphere to Gresham, Oregon. Meanwhile, The Brass Tap in Colorado Springs has reopened its doors with a...

Restaurant Menu News from Grain & Berry, Kura Sushi USA, Haven Hot Chicken, and More!

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:52:08 Z

(Restaurant News) In this week s restaurant menu news , Grain & Berry is entering the summer mix by launching its new limited-time Cloud 9 menu, showcasing tropical superfood items like the fruit-packed Daydream Bowl. Meanwhile, Kura Sushi USA has debuted a...

Execution, Not Cuisine, Determines Restaurant Loyalty Winners, Incentivio Report Finds

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z

(Restaurant News) Boston, MA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Incentivio , the AI-powered guest engagement platform for restaurants, today released The State of Restaurant Loyalty & Guest Engagement 2026 , a benchmark report analyzing loyalty performance across more than...

A Taste of Love at Bakey: South Florida's Newest Bakery Opens July 14

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:48:49 Z

(MIAbites) Some food experiences stay with you long after the last bite, and my time at Bakey was exactly that. Before Bakey officially opens its doors in South Florida, I had the chance to spend a really special evening with Chef Uri Scheft, a James Beard...

Detroit’s Original Chicken Shack Gives Away FREE Chicken Tenders for a Year to One Lucky Winner per Location

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:03:30 Z

(Restaurant News) Marks new crispier, juicier Chicken Tender launch and a $9.99 bundle Detroit, MI ( RestaurantNews.com ) Detroit s Original Chicken Shack , a metro Detroit-based restaurant brand founded in Royal Oak in 1956, is launching a new Chicken Tender, its...

Gong cha and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:48:09 Z

(Restaurant News) Gong cha, Hot Dog on a Stick, Huckleberry s Breakfast & Lunch, July Restaurant Deals, and Panda Express lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending July 12, 2026. 1) Gong cha Launches New Campaign To Celebrate the 25th Anniversary...

Paris Baguette Expands Their Footprint with New Bakery Café in Plano, Texas

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:05:47 Z

(Restaurant News) CJ Singh and Punya Kushalappa opened their Paris Baguette bakery café at 5500 State Highway 121. Plano, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Paris Baguette and franchise owners CJ Singh and Punya Kushalappa proudly opened their newest bakery café at 5500...

Feng Cha Expands Community Impact Initiatives, Reinforcing Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility Across Its Growing National Franchise System

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:49:58 Z

(Restaurant News) Pictured: Tony Roach (Southwest) and Roz Nelson (Southwest) with Dessie Brown, Director of Marketing for Feng Cha. Photo credit: The Andersons Photography Brand Celebrates Strategic Community Partnerships While Launching New Local Engagement...

The Point Pub & Grill Leverages Long-Standing Distributor Partnership to Achieve Double-Digit Food Cost Reduction

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:54:57 Z

(Restaurant News) Oregon-based restaurant franchise credits decades-long relationships with helping lower unit-level food costs while reinforcing the value of community-driven business practices. Central Point, OR ( RestaurantNews.com ) The Point Pub & Grill has...

Kura Sushi USA Delivers a Burst of Sunshine with a Curated Zesty Yuzu Menu

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:59:50 Z

(Restaurant News) Starting July 10, premium culinary series Kura Reserve returns with tangy Japanese citrus flavors Irvine, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Kura Sushi USA, Inc. , the nation s largest brand of revolving sushi restaurants, announces the launch of four Kura...

How Restaurant Designers Use Half-Circle Booths to Maximize Space

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:02:54 Z

(Restaurant News) When designing restaurants, lounges, casinos, country clubs, entertainment venues, and hospitality spaces, every square foot matters. Designers are constantly challenged to create seating arrangements that maximize capacity while maintaining comfort,...

CHART Honors Sheila Johnson, Founder & CEO of Salamander Collection, with its 2026 Commitment to People Award

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:49:00 Z

(Restaurant News) Sheila Johnson, Founder & CEO of Salamander Collection Westfield, NJ ( RestaurantNews.com ) The Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers (CHART) announced today that Sheila Johnson, Founder & CEO of Salamander Collection, has been honored with its...

Restaurant Marketing Ideas for August

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:17:03 Z

(Restaurant News) Restaurant owners and operators have a lot to look forward to in August for restaurant marketing opportunities. The entire month revolves around Brownies at Brunch, Catfish, Goat Cheese, Paninis, Peaches and Sandwiches. Restaurateurs can also take...

Former Firefighter Builds New Future with The Brass Tap in Colorado Springs

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:08:47 Z

(Restaurant News) After nearly seven years as a firefighter, Troy Nelson has taken over ownership of The Brass Tap with a renewed focus on family, community and creating Colorado Springs neighborhood gathering place Colorado Springs, CO ( RestaurantNews.com ) The...

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream Reports 8% Sales Growth, Two New Store Openings in Strong First Half of 2026

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:02:44 Z

(Restaurant News) The brand s first-half results included record-fast store openings, positive same-system momentum and new technology investments to support franchisees. Miami, FL ( RestaurantNews.com ) Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream , the 17-unit nitrogen ice cream...

Denny’s Names Aaron Howard Chief Operating Officer

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:55:47 Z

(Restaurant News) Aaron Howard Proven restaurant operator joins Denny s to strengthen field execution, improve guest experience and drive performance across the franchise system Spartanburg, SC ( RestaurantNews.com ) Denny s Corp. has appointed Aaron Howard as Chief...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Brings the Crunch to Cypress with a July 18 Grand Opening and Free Layne’s for a Year

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:46:11 Z

(Restaurant News) Masroor Fatany to open Layne s Chicken Fingers in Cypress as part of the brand s continued expansion in Texas. Cypress, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Layne s Chicken Fingers , the fast-growing, 50+ location chicken finger franchise known for its...

Outlaw Light Beer Broadens Southern California Footprint Through New Partnerships

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:05:19 Z

(Restaurant News) Category challenger light beer brand deepens California presence with targeted rollout across key southern markets Denver, CO ( RestaurantNews.com ) Outlaw Light Beer , the No. 1 fastest-growing light domestic beer in the U.S., is continuing its...

Lime House Joins Thursdays on the Water 2026

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:58:49 Z

(Restaurant News) Buffalo, NY ( RestaurantNews.com ) Lime House Sushi and Ramen is proud to announce its participation in the eight scheduled events of Thursdays on the Water 2026, a summer-long celebration of live music, food, and community held every Thursday...

Irv’s Burgers Makes Green Valley Ranch Casino Debut

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:33:46 Z

(Restaurant News) The iconic all-American burger stand continues Nevada growth with new location inside one of Las Vegas Valley s premier resort destinations Las Vegas, NV ( RestaurantNews.com ) Irv s Burgers is continuing its expansion across Southern Nevada with...

The Peach Cobbler Factory Continues North Carolina Expansion

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:19:00 Z

(Restaurant News) Charlotte, NC ( RestaurantNews.com ) The Peach Cobbler Factory , one of America’s fastest-growing dessert franchises, is excited to announce the continued expansion of its North Carolina footprint with a new location in the North Lake area of...

Lime House Celebrates Culture and Community at 2026 Buffalo Myanmar Thingyan Festival

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:14:41 Z

(Restaurant News) Buffalo, NY ( RestaurantNews.com ) Lime House Sushi and Ramen is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2026 Buffalo Myanmar Thingyan Festival, an event dedicated to celebrating Myanmar’s New Year, cultural heritage, and community unity. For Lime...

Restaurant Franchise News from Blue Mint Thai, Del Taco, Twin Peaks, and More!

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:09:09 Z

(Restaurant News) The latest restaurant franchise news highlights strong momentum for Blue Mint Thai , which secured three signed letters of intent for up to ten potential new locations across Frisco and the greater Austin metro area. Meanwhile, Del Taco has...

Restaurant Menu News from Ruby Slipper, Jollibee, Red Lobster, and More!

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:03:35 Z

(Restaurant News) In this week s restaurant menu news , Ruby Slipper has kicked off the month with a patriotic brunch lineup featuring powdered-sugar beignets and themed cocktails, alongside a kids eat free weekday promotion. Jollibee is expanding its fried chicken...

Pepper Lunch Introduces New Garlic Brisket Pepper Rice, an American-Inspired Twist on Its Signature Sizzling Dish

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:43:38 Z

(Restaurant News) Limited-time offering brings smoky brisket, roasted garlic flavor and Pepper Lunch s signature interactive dining experience together in one hot iron plate Irvine, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Pepper Lunch , the fast-growing Japanese fast-casual...

MashMore Potato Unveils “MashMore AIOS”: An AI-Native Operating System That Runs an Entire Restaurant

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:28:22 Z

(Restaurant News) A three out of six-pillar agentic AI system already cutting up to 80% of management workload at its Albany flagship turning a food brand into a replicable, software-defined growth engine. Albany, NY ( RestaurantNews.com ) What if expanding your...

South Block Continues Rapid Expansion with its 26th Block in Washington DC-Tenleytown on July 11

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:56:01 Z

(Restaurant News) First 100 guests score free Mini Warrior Bowls, limited-edition merch and more during grand opening celebration Washington, DC ( RestaurantNews.com ) South Block , the northern Virginia-born brand known for handcrafted acai bowls, fresh smoothies...

Krispy Kreme Introduces Limited-Time Dozen Inspired by Iconic Girl Scout Cookie Flavors

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:40:26 Z

(Restaurant News) Available for a limited time beginning July 7, the Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Dozen transforms fan-favorite flavors into three craveable, must-try doughnuts 0 Charlotte, NC ( RestaurantNews.com ) Krispy Kreme ® and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA)...

Marquis Who’s Who Honors Matt R. Kirwan for Expertise in Hospitality

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:33:28 Z

(Restaurant News) Matt R. Kirwan Matt R. Kirwan recognized as the owner and chef of Daisy s at Tredegar Richmond, VA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Matt R. Kirwan has been included in Marquis Who s Who. As in all Marquis Who s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled...

How to Maximize Restaurant Space with Private Tall-Back Booths

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:39:46 Z

(Restaurant News) ( RestaurantNews.com ) Every restaurant owner wants the same thing – maximize seating without making guests feel crowded. Finding the right balance between capacity, comfort, and privacy is one of the biggest challenges when designing a restaurant...

July Restaurant Deals for French Fry Day, Hot Dog Day, Chicken Wing Day, and More!

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:32:01 Z

(Restaurant News) Summer is in full swing, and restaurants across the country are launching a loaded lineup of July Restaurant Deals to help you save. You can kick off your mid-summer cravings with great savings for National French Fry Day , National Mojito Day ,...

Birdcall and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:58:07 Z

(Restaurant News) Birdcall, Golden Corral, Blue Mint Thai, Red Lobster, and Chili s lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending July 5, 2026. 1) Birdcall Maps Out Major Midwest Expansion Plans Birdcall has unveiled plans to add nearly 100 new...

Davenport Hooters First Managing Partner Jonathan Buckley, Started as a Cook

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:17:59 Z

(Restaurant News) Jonathan Buckley Davenport, IA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Jonathan Buckley has been promoted to Managing Partner of the Hooters Davenport location. He started his career at the restaurant 22 years ago in the kitchen as a cook. He rose through the...