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Chipotle tests new 'swicy' chicken

 By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 27, 2024

Jumping on the sweet-spicy bandwagon, the fast-casual chain is testing new Chipotle Honey Chicken.

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Chili's' better-than-fast-food campaign is a smash

 By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 14, 2024

The casual-dining chain wrapped two full years of turnaround with the Big Smasher burger and Nashville Hot Mozz driving in new guests.

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Sweetgreen shakes off its lunch-salad rep

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 09, 2024

Steak and protein plates helped grow dinner sales in the second quarter. Expect to see less salad and more robotic makelines.

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Noodles & Company could close up to 20 underperforming restaurants

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 07, 2024

As the fast-casual chain's turnaround effort unfolds, CEO Drew Madsen said a portfolio review could result in some units being shuttered.

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Chili's reveals its new secret menu item

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 02, 2024

A viral TikTok sensation, Nashville Hot Mozz, gets an extra kick of heat and lands on the menu at Chili’s Grill & Bar.

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.

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Denny's resurrects a past traffic builder to stem its losses to home cooking

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 30, 2024

Sales fell even though prices increased 5%, so the family-dining chain is bringing back its old $2/$4/$6/$8 tiered menu. Franchisees also closed 15 units last quarter.

Food

Elote corn ribs, revisiting Momofuku and the health risks of restaurant reviewing

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on Jul. 30, 2024

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret dish on the latest food and drink trends and share an interview with Jacob Bickelhaupt, chef-owner of Konro in West Palm Beach.

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McDonald's reveals more details of its bigger burger

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 29, 2024

The “Big Arch” is being tested in three international markets this year, including Canada. The company plans to spend the year learning before deciding whether to expand that test.

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Shoney's shifts to a rotating food bar

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 23, 2024

The family-dining chain will change the culinary focus of its signature buffet on a daily basis.

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