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MAY 26, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Burger King pairs Crown Nuggets’ return with a $3.99 kids meal

Crown Nuggets are scheduled for June 2, followed a week later by Crayola King Jr. Meals. The campaign combines a returning product, a stated meal price and coloring activities.

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Finance & Economics

Darden's Extra Week Changes Its Quarterly Growth Comparison

Darden's extra week complicates the sales comparison. Operators need consistent trading periods and restaurant populations.

JUN 25, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

SEP 30, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Menufy survey: Diners would check menus after AI recommendations

Respondents would check menus and websites after AI recommendations. Google’s documentation explains discovery eligibility and menu publishing.

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Operations & Management

Freddy’s adapts its kitchen for a first military-base restaurant

The Fort Lee commissary opening pairs a smaller footprint and simplified menu with staff background checks and an extended military approval process.

APR 15, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Grubhub Connects Restaurant Discovery, Voice Ordering and Bilt Rewards

Wonder’s June update brings together referral links, conversational checkout and a monthly delivery-credit redemption, with different paths into Grubhub.

JUN 4, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

MAY 27, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Pollo Campero builds soccer offers around three order sizes

A $12 box, a family bundle and a $259 catering package anchor Campero’s soccer promotion, with capped meal rewards for sweepstakes winners.

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Operations & Management

Sysco’s Restaurant Depot Deal Would Put Two Supply Options Under One Owner

The proposed acquisition connects delivered distribution with warehouse shopping. Its value to an operator depends on prices, replenishment and independent alternatives.

MAR 30, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

APR 22, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Uber and Block plan Square integration in six international markets

The announced expansion builds on Square’s U.S. Uber Eats integration, with six international markets planned and Cash App Pay coming to U.S. Uber apps.

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People & Culture

Portillo’s cuts headquarters roles as restaurant cost pressures grow

Portillo’s July staffing action affected headquarters and limited field management roles. Its filing projects $1.1 million in restructuring charges and excludes restaurant team members.

AUG 5, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

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Finance & Economics

Wingstop’s Franchise Revenue Gain Shows What New Stores Offset

Wingstop quantified how development offset weaker comparable sales in Q2. The calculation explains corporate growth without establishing franchisee profit.

JUL 29, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

Freddy’s Makes Bunless Bowls a Permanent Menu Choice

Freddy’s adds beef, chicken and veggie bowls to its permanent menu, building on earlier lettuce-wrap and customizable sandwich options.

JUN 9, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

AUG 17, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Palona's restaurant AI pitch moves beyond the food order

Palona's August study counts orders and catering inquiries separately, leaving the conversion from captured requests to fulfilled business unreported.

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People & Culture

Redberry’s Canadian Expansion Shows the Work Behind Its Store Target

Ken Otto described a 15-month Jersey Mike’s review. Redberry’s earlier records identify the recruits and first Ontario openings that followed.

APR 5, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

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Industry Analysis

Nana’s Green Tea plans its first company-run U.S. flagship

Pasadena would add direct company operation to a U.S. business already developed through franchises, with no opening date yet announced.

APR 25, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

OCT 22, 2026 · 1 MIN READ

Dunkin's Spidey D Coffee Giveaway Has a Five-Day Afterlife

Dunkin's October 21 coffee-code offer is over, but certificates remain valid for five days after entry. Halloween collectibles and a Salem makeover precede a November 4 Marvel menu.

JUN 24, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Miso’s Zume Deal Adds Patents to Its Restaurant Automation Plans

Miso’s Zume transaction adds technology rights and prospective licensing opportunities, while earlier disclosures show how robot pilots move toward longer operating agreements.