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Quaker Steak offers an LTO—for franchisees

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 29, 2018

A limited-time deal will cut the usual fees for recruits who agree to open multiple units.

Emerging Brands

5 game-changing concepts of 2017

 By Heather Lalley on Dec. 20, 2017

Truly innovative concepts—those that find solutions to perennial problems like rising real estate and labor costs—are rare birds indeed. Here’s a look at some of the game-changers that opened in 2017.

Leadership

Bay Area seafood chain enlists industry vets for expansion push

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 14, 2017

The changes include giving casual-dining veteran Mike Hislop a bigger role.

Financing

Quirky soda concept acquired as the foundation for a multiregional chain

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 12, 2017

Swig's multiconcept buyer said it will combine the operation with another small craft soft drink specialist to carve a different sort of presence in the beverage sector.

Operations

Pie Five's parent plots new expansion strategy for Pizza Inn

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 07, 2017

Rave Restaurant Group has hatched a plan to roll the concept into the c-store business.

Emerging Brands

Will restaurants’ next big competitor be 7-Eleven?

By Alaina Lancaster on Mar. 29, 1975

The convenience store chain launches a fast-casual taco concept and bar.

Operations

Danny Meyer pizza joint Martina closes

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 29, 1975

Meyer said the restaurant, which changed service models, could not develop an audience.

Top 100 Independents

Cliff House

Dec. 31, 1969

Sutro's is the upscale dining experience; The Bistro is more casual and serves breakfast through dinner.

Operations

6 twists percolating at Starbucks’ latest Reserve Roastery

By Heather Lalley on Dec. 17, 0018

A 23,000-square-foot Reserve Roastery, the second in the U.S., just opened in New York City.

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