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Emerging Brands

The family-owned Porto's Bakery & Cafe in Los Angeles readies its next generation

 By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 06, 2024

This iconic 50-year-old brand with soon-to-be seven units is preparing for the next half century with a long-needed shift into the digital age.

Financing

Franchised brands get the franchisees they deserve

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 05, 2024

The Bottom Line: Too many franchised restaurant chains desperately sell franchises to anyone in their bid for growth and are critical of them when things go south.

Technology

Is third-party delivery inflation-proof?

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 02, 2024

Tech Check: DoorDash posted another record quarter despite widespread consumer concerns about prices. Here’s why delivery is defying the odds.

Financing

In a small Illinois city, Red Lobster leaves a big void

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 02, 2024

The shuttered seafood restaurant had been a mainstay in Danville, which is working to overcome past economic challenges.

Financing

The data behind McDonald's $5 Meal Deal

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 01, 2024

The Bottom Line: The Chicago-based burger giant says the offer is generating incremental cash flow for operators as it reverses the company’s sagging reputation for value.

Workforce

Second meeting of California's fast-food wage panel was long on griping, short on substance

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 01, 2024

Reality Check: Wages and other critical issues weren't addressed, with most of the three and a half hours focused on process and past wrongs.

Financing

Starbucks is caught between two activists

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 01, 2024

The Bottom Line: The company has acknowledged that it is talking with activist Elliott Management. But it also has an activist shareholder named Howard Schultz.

Food

NYC's famed Delmonico's adds its first plant-based entrée

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 31, 2024

Behind the Menu: The landmark restaurant and birthplace of the Delmonico Steak transforms a classic dish for vegan palates.

Financing

Which restaurant chains are struggling now? Look at their customers

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 30, 2024

The Bottom Line: Restaurant companies are losing customers at the moment. But some are still thriving. Those with more lower-income consumers are having the biggest challenges.

Leadership

How the restaurant industry is working the political conventions

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 29, 2024

Reality Check: The Republican and Democratic conventions present a different sort of opportunity to promote the business' interests. Here's what you won't see on TV.

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