Chains

Chains

Sales Rose at Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and KFC This Quarter

6 years ago

It’s good news for Yum considering the different points in their development that each of their three major brands are currently at.

Chains

Shake Shack Leans on Technology as It Continues to Grow

6 years ago

Shake Shack is correct that technology will move the customer experience forward, but the company needs to make some concrete decisions amid all its testing and iterating.

Chains

Yelp’s Quarterly Report Is Mostly Good News for the Restaurant Review Giant

6 years ago

Despite outperforming, the stock headed down in after-hours trading — but nowhere near as down as it was last year. Has Yelp found the right mix to move forward?

Operations

There Are Too Many Restaurants in the U.S. Now What?

6 years ago

Corporate competition and diner retention strategies are important for big business, but don't forget the volume of restaurants in the U.S. directly affects the people that run and work in restaurants.

Chains

Papa John’s Is Selling Less Pizza and Its CEO Blames the NFL

6 years ago

We can think of additional reasons for Papa John’s woes: A resurgent Domino’s, lack of a distinctive offering, and a marketing campaign built around a very un-compelling spokesman. And, no, we’re not talking about Peyton Manning here.

Chains

Chili’s and Maggiano’s Parent Company’s Earnings Disappoint

6 years ago

Chili’s rethink of its menu could help in the next quarter, but we’re not sure what Maggiano’s can do to distinguish itself in the minds of consumers.

Chains

Brexit Hurts Burgers Says Famous Brands CEO

6 years ago

In this case, it’s less likely “Brexit” is simply the excuse du jour for the company. Famous’ broad range of brands — which also includes the pervasive baking outlet Paul — across multiple markets give it a better perspective on Brexit than more localized competitors.

Chains

The Burger Is Still the King of Fast Food Dining

7 years ago

it’s silly to think that people don’t care about their health. But they also care about the health of their bank account, and often fast food — not fast casual — is the most logical option when budgets are tight.

Chains

Restaurant Brands International Shows Impressive Earnings in the U.S.

7 years ago

It’s turning out to be a banner quarter for fast food giants.

Chains

Burgers Beat Burritos for One Billionaire Restaurant Investor

7 years ago

Whether you’re an investor or a hungry diner, burgers win every time.

Chains

Buffalo Wild Wings Overcomes Wing Price Worries to Beat Profit Forecasts

7 years ago

The chain worried about wing shortages and prices throughout the quarter. Despite profits, it looks like the Street is still worried about this too.

Chains

Starbucks and Other Restaurants Don’t Want to Publish California’s Coffee Cancer Warnings

7 years ago

We don't mind real health warnings, but "maybes" seem like a waste of time and energy for chains and independents alike.