The eatertainment chain’s expansion could indicate vitality for the sector, which has seen layoffs and disappointing sales at some brands in recent weeks.

In a letter to workers and consumers, Brian Niccol laid out a multipart strategy for revitalizing Starbucks’ core business in the U.S.

Swipes at fast food competitors over rising prices, including through a retro video game, helped boost Chili’s same-stores sales by 14%.

Niccol must contend with the coffee chain’s growing brand identity and consumer perception problems, and balance its “third place” value proposition with efficient digital fulfillment.

Hostmore still wants to sell its restaurants after the U.K. franchisee’s acquisition plan was torpedoed by the casual dining brand's manager termination event.

Kevin Vasconi joins his old boss, Todd Penegor, in leading the pizza chain as it looks to improve its value proposition and continue franchised growth.

Ehmer led the restaurant brand for more than a decade, before he was succeeded by Joe Rogers III last year. He was 58.

Broad Street Oyster Co. is one of many restaurants that are branching out into the merchandise world. Square data found that 34% of restaurateurs are planning to sell merchandise or other non-food ...

The seafood chain will emerge from bankruptcy with P.F. Chang’s former CEO at the helm and $60 million in new funding.

Under previous owner Tamarix, the fruit bowl chain added over 150 locations. It expects to speed up growth under its new owner.

Rob Conti, who previously served as SVP of information technology, has been instrumental in the company’s rollout of business intelligence, pay-at-table technology and other systems.

Thrive previously committed to opening 41 units as Modern Market’s largest franchisee, but felt that buying the brand was a natural next step in its growth.