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MICHELIN-Recognized Cloak & Petal in San Diego Expands with New Japanese-Inspired Café Concept
MICHELIN Guide-recognized Cloak & Petal in San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood will open Black Mizu Café inside its restaurant this summer, with an anticipated ribbon cutting in late August or early September.
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Logan’s Roadhouse to Test THC-Infused Cocktails
The new beverages feature 5 milligrams of THC per drink. Logan’s Roadhouse is expanding its beverage lineup in Texas with the introduction of three THC-infused cocktails, offering adult guests an alternative to beer, wine and traditional cocktails.
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Nando’s Launches Viral ‘Saka Sauce’ in U.S. Market
Nando’s, the South African fast-casual favorite known for its flame-grilled chicken and cult following of music and cultural icons, is officially bringing international football energy stateside.
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Jason’s Deli Launches Rewards Campaign in Honor of World Cup
Jason’s Deli is bringing even more excitement to the world’s premier soccer competition with the launch of “Deli Dollars Goal Rush,” a limited-time promotion tied to the brand’s existing loyalty program.
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HTeaO Unveils New Pineapple Crush Iced Tea
The Pineapple Crush Iced Tea will be available for a limited time beginning June 10 at all HTeaO locations nationwide.
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Award-Winning Chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman Debut Josephine Estelle and Rosie’s Tavern in Memphis
Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman—award-winning chefs recognized by the James Beard Foundation and the MICHELIN Guide—are excited to announce two new concepts, Josephine Estelle and Rosie’s Tavern, are now open in Memphis’s Germantown neighborhood.
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An Exclusive Look Inside Benihana’s Trisha Paytas Collab
Internet personality Trisha Paytas is a longtime fan of the teppanyaki-style concept Benihana, owned by The ONE Group.
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Lola Beans Secures Three Partnerships to Accelerate Growth
Lola Beans, the drive-thru franchise serving coffee, infused sodas and plant-based energy drinks, announced that it has secured three strategic partnerships with industry-leading firms Russo Modular, Citadel Development, and Foodservice Equipment Brokers (FEB) to support the b...
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MilkShake Factory Opens in San Antonio, Texas
MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is opening its first San Antonio location in the Stone Oak Community.
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MRM Research Roundup: Road Trips, Cheese Obsessed, and Burger Bucks
This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features how summer drinking is being redefined, burger pricing, American’s love affair with cheese, and fast-food location changes.
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Say Hello to The West Coast Barbecue Revolution
Part of the West Coast barbecue evolution also includes expanding barbecue to encompass things that people wouldn't traditionally smoke and grill.
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Panda Express Releases Cantonese BBQ Brisket
Cantonese BBQ Brisket is a culinary innovation years in the making.
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Red Robin Sells 30 Locations to Evergreen Dining LLC
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced the sale of 30 units to Evergreen Dining LLC, an experienced multi-unit restaurant operator. These units, which are based in Washington and Western Idaho, will continue operating under the same Red Robin brand guests love and trust.
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Rising Fuel Costs Drive New Margin Pressures for QSR Operators
Rising fuel costs don’t just affect operators. Consumers feel the pinch, too. For the past several years, QSR operators have dealt with rising inflation. As food, labor, and occupancy costs have grown, QSRs have had to stay disciplined on pricing, efficiency, and margins.
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Globally Inspired Dining Concept 1111 Opens in Houston’s Montrose Neighborhood
1111, an immersive, internationally inspired bar and dining concept, opened on May 4, 2026, in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood at 1111 Westheimer Rd, debuting with a limited preview menu during its initial opening period.
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Modern Mexican Concept Mercadito to Open in Chicago’s Lincoln Park Neighborhood
Mercadito, the beloved modern Mexican restaurant known for its vibrant flavors, lively atmosphere and elevated dining experience, will officially open its newest location in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood on June 4.
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Whataburger Revives Iconic A-Frame in New Restaurant Prototype
Whataburger has two new restaurant prototypes, and it has customers to thank. Chief development officer Todd Ewen says design development started with listening.
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