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Mike’s Red Tacos turns to an experienced operator for 36 Florida stores
Built Different Brands plans the first Florida opening for 2027 under a 36-store agreement.
PrimoHoagies offers 10–15 restaurant resales as it tests a smaller store
Retiring owners create an acquisition path while new franchisees develop a 1,100-square-foot format.
Krispy Kreme announces 33-shop New York development deal
Original Entrepreneurs plans 33 shops over five years as Krispy Kreme expands through franchisees.
MTY renews its franchising push after strategic review
MTY plans fewer company-operated restaurants and a review of its brands.
DFI plans takeover of Maxim’s licensed Starbucks interests
The conditional exchange covers licensed interests in seven Asian markets.
Hormel agrees to buy chicken processor Brakebush
The proposed acquisition would add chicken portioning, cooking and custom product development to Hormel's foodservice business.
El Pollo Loco plans New York entry with three franchise partners
The company says its first regional lease is signed in Queens, with an opening targeted for mid-2027.
Bad Ass Coffee moves headquarters to Lexington
A new distribution center supports East Coast and destination stores.
Slutty Vegan adds Cincinnati to Soul Republic’s Ohio plans
Soul Republic’s third announced Ohio market follows its plans for Columbus and Cleveland.
Higher-income households account for most restaurant spending
New Census income figures and the restaurant association's analysis show how higher-income households contribute to spending on meals away from home.
Food-Service Payrolls Rebound in the First August Jobs Estimate
The September 4 release estimated 59,000 additional food-service jobs. Original release tables also show how July’s decline changed in revision.
July Food-Service and Lodging Hires Nearly Matched Departures
July accommodation and food-service hires nearly matched separations. The September JOLTS release shows why stable headcount can still require substantial recruiting.
Riko’s buys two franchise restaurants without adding system locations
Riko’s completed its purchase of Merrick and Levittown restaurants August 31. The transfer changes ownership within a 13-location system as another Long Island site remains planned.
Wonder Sets a First Launch Site for Salt Hank’s After Acquisition
Salt Hank’s planned entry into Wonder begins with one location and continued culinary leadership. The test is whether the product can travel with its reputation.
July restaurant inflation rates converge as limited-service prices accelerate
Limited-service meal and snack prices rose faster in July than full-service prices, while annual inflation rates converged and grocery categories diverged.
Yum's Q2 Digital Sales Figures Exclude Pizza Hut
Yum's nearly $9 billion digital-sales figure excludes Pizza Hut. Consistent brands and ordering definitions matter when comparing adoption.
Noodles' stronger restaurants leave its financing work unfinished
July results show stronger sales and restaurant margins, modest debt reduction, and a smaller chain still facing a July 2027 maturity.
Chipotle Sets July 16 Mexico Debut With Alsea in Nuevo León
Chipotle’s July 13 announcement names the first Mexico restaurant and a staggered expansion plan, following its 2025 development agreement with Alsea.
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