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MilkShake Factory Enters North Dallas
MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is bringing its signature handcrafted desserts to North Dallas with the opening of its new Preston Valley location.
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Chef Zubair Mohajir Opens Wood-Fire Concept Muhājir and Hidden Cocktail Bar Bobo in Chicago
Acclaimed Chicago chef Zubair Mohajir will open Muhājir, a deeply personal, wood-fire-driven restaurant inspired by migration, movement and the historic spice route, this July 1 at 2630 N. Clark St. in Lincoln Park.
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El Pollo Loco Opens in Idaho for First Time
El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, has officially crossed into its 10th state with the opening of the brand’s first-ever Idaho restaurant, located at 3471 W Chinden Blvd in Meridian.
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Penn Station Sandwiches Announces Expansion in Myrtle Beach Market
Penn Station Sandwiches, recently rebranded from Penn Station East Coast Subs, is continuing its strategic growth with expansion into the Myrtle Beach market, marking a significant milestone for the brand.
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Perkins Announces Biggest Seasonal Menu Launch
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, a leading family-dining restaurant brand known for its homestyle meals, all day value, and iconic bakery, is giving guests more reasons than ever to gather around the table with the brand’s biggest seasonal menu launch to date.
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Delmonico’s Announces New Dessert to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Delmonico’s, America’s first fine dining restaurant, is commemorating the milestone with the debut of the Delmonico’s America 250 Baked Alaska — “America’s Birthday Cake,” a new dessert inspired by one of the restaurant’s ...
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7 Brew to Open in St. George, Utah
7 Brew, the rapidly growing drive-thru coffee brand known for its upbeat service and more than 20,000 drink combinations, will open its first St. George location on June 29, marking the company’s sixth store in Utah.
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Someburros to Open in North Peoria, Arizona
Someburros, the community-loved Mexican restaurant rooted in Arizona since 1986, is excited to announce the Grand Opening celebration of its newest West Valley location in North Peoria on June 30, 2026, located at 25700 N. Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria, AZ 85383.
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Announces New Opening in Chicago’s Logan Square
Tropical Smoothie Cafe, the largest smoothie chain in the United States*, announced the opening of a new cafe in Chicago, Illinois.
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P.F. Chang’s Unveils ‘Summer in Tokyo’ Menu
This summer, P.F. Chang’s is transporting guests to the vibrant streets of Tokyo with Summer in Tokyo, a limited-time dining experience available June 25 through September 15.
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Restaurant Summer Hiring Slows as Labor Pool Tightens
Summer hiring is losing some steam across the restaurant industry, but operators are still expected to add hundreds of thousands of seasonal workers as travel, tourism, and warmer weather drive demand.
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Happy Joe’s Partners with Pepsi and Mountain Dew for Summer Sweepstakes and AMERICA250 Celebration
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream is kicking off the season by teaming up with Pepsi and Mountain Dew to bring families together through iconic flavors, nostalgic moments, and AMERICA250-inspired experiences designed to spark smiles with every visit.
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Cafe and Bakery Good Ambler Opens Second Unit in Downtown Chicago
Good Ambler, Fulton Market’s favorite cafe and bakery, has now opened its second location at ‘The Pass’ at Two North Riverside Plaza.
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Smoothie King Pairs Free Smoothie Giveaway With New Flatbreads
The new offerings deliver 15 grams of protein and are 270 calories or less.
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A Guide to Managing Operational Risk in High-Traffic Restaurants
When employees understand expectations and receive ongoing support, compliance improves naturally. When your restaurant serves a large volume of guests every day, operational risk is a constant.
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Chef Oscar Diaz’s Little Bull to Relocate to Downtown Durham
Little Bull, the MICHELIN Guide recommended restaurant from Top Chef Carolinas alum and two-time James Beard semifinalist Oscar Diaz, is relocating to a new home in the heart of downtown Durham at 301 East Chapel Hill Street. The new location will open Monday, August 3.
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Midtown Miami’s ZIVA Refreshes Menu with Raw Bar Selections, Mezze, and Open-Fire Grilling
ZIVA, Midtown Miami’s Mediterranean dining destination, has introduced a new menu from Executive Chef Ricardo Esteban that explores the flavors and traditions found across the Mediterranean through raw bar specialties, house-made mezze, seafood-driven dishes and grilled entrée...
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