Domino's reports 2Q increase in earnings, sales, store counts
Domino’s Pizza, Inc. chief executive Patrick Doyle Tuesday called the company’s second quarter the “perfect example” of how Domino’s long-term business model could produce growth in earnings,...
View ArticleRestaurants add units, build traffic in spring
As U.S. consumers slowly increased their restaurant visits and spending in the spring of 2012, the restaurant industry notched its first increase in total unit count for chains and independents in...
View ArticleBuffalo Wild Wings 2Q results positive despite inflation
Buffalo Wild Wings officials told securities analysts Wednesday they were “very pleased” with financial results for the second quarter despite excessive commodity inflation for chicken wings that...
View ArticleRoy Rogers names Melanie Dyer marketing director
The Plamondon Companies, parent of Roy Rogers Restaurants, has named Melanie Dyer the quick-service chain’s director of marketing. Dyer, who spent the past 11 years as KFC’s national marketing manager,...
View ArticleDineEquity to complete Applebee’s franchising initiative
DineEquity Inc. said Wednesday it has agreed to sell 65 Applebee’s restaurants in Michigan, a move that when finalized, will complete the company’s five-year strategy of turning the casual-dining chain...
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Panera: Marketing efforts boosted 2Q sales
Panera Bread Co. plans to continue its increased advertising and expansion of its drive-thru units, executives said Wednesday in discussing positive second-quarter income and sales trends. VIDEO...
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The latest chefs on the move
Eric Justice, former vice president of culinary operations for the casual-dining chain P.F. Chang’s China Bistro and its sister fast-casual chain Pei Wei Asian Diner, has joined consulting company...
View ArticleDineEquity to cut 100 jobs, IHOP president to step down
DineEquity Inc. on Tuesday announced that Jean Birch, president of the IHOP chain, will step down effective Aug. 27, and the company will cut about 100 jobs as it moves to a more efficient franchising...
View ArticleTexas Roadhouse remains cautious despite positive 2Q
Traffic, sales and margins were all positive for Texas Roadhouse Inc. in the second quarter, but executives told securities analysts during the brand’s earnings call that they want to keep things...
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NRA: Restaurant Performance Index remains steady in June
While same-store sales and customer traffic levels were positive for the month of June, restaurant operators nevertheless have scaled back their expectations for the future, according to the National...
View ArticleDineEquity plans IHOP menu overhaul
IHOP’s menu will be streamlined and engineered for value over the next 18 to 24 months as parent company DineEquity Inc. strives to turn around lackluster sales for the family dining brand. In a call...
View ArticleKona Grill to extend happy hour, menu after strong 2Q
Kona Grill Inc. plans to expand its happy hour and menu initiatives, which contributed to strong profit in the second quarter, and has a restaurant remodel program on the horizon, executives said...
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Burger King 2Q profit up 60%, sales rise on new menu items
Burger King Worldwide Inc. reported Wednesday a nearly 60-percent increase in second-quarter profit, saying turnaround efforts including menu and marketing moves in the U.S. and Canada are taking hold....
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Cold Stone launches catering program, seasonal frozen yogurt
Responding to the small-indulgence trend and the profitability of catering, Cold Stone Creamery has launched a line of miniature frozen treats suitable for offsite gatherings that will be available for...
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Chick-fil-A supporters show up for ‘Appreciation Day’
Thousands of Chick-fil-A fans turned out Wednesday for the unofficial “Appreciation Day” at most of the Atlanta-based fast-food chain’s 1,600 units. VIDEO • Watch footage from Chick-fil-A Appreciation...
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Six ways to improve drive-through speed
This video post is part of Sullivision on NRN.com, a resource center for restaurants looking for service, leadership and sales-building techniques from industry expert and NRN columnist Jim Sullivan....
View ArticleJamba Juice: Healthful focus boosts 2Q sales
The parent of Jamba Juice reported Wednesday a 17-percent increase in second-quarter profit, saying the promotion of more healthful smoothie and menu options has boosted sales. For the quarter ended...
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T.G.I. Friday’s debuts new kitchen and bar design
T.G.I. Friday’s has unveiled a new kitchen and bar design in a unit that re-opened this week in Nashville, Tenn. The Opry Mills Friday’s location, which was destroyed by flooding two years ago, debuted...
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Hooters begins brand overhaul
Looking to differentiate the Hooters concept at a time when other “breastaurant” chains are expanding, the new leadership team at the Atlanta-based chain launched a brand refresh this week that seeks...
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Today’s top four food trends
Experimentation with more unique flavors and the use of healthful, sustainably sourced ingredients are trending among American diners today, according to menu research firm Datassential. The firm used...
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