Long John Silver’s Names Chief Operating Officer

Joseph Lutz brings more than 30 years of industry experience to nation’s largest quick service seafood chain Lutz brings more than 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry to Long John Silver’s, holding positions from restaurant manager to senior…
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East Coast Wings & Grill Heats Up Your Holidays

This year, East Coast Wings & Grill is making holiday your gifting simple for the whole gang. Stock up on gift cards for friends, teachers, coaches and stocking stuffers and gift yourself a holiday treat – every time your purchase…
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Restaurant Job Growth Continues to Outpace Overall Economy by Two to One

The National Restaurant Association’s Chief Economist Bruce Grindy breaks down the latest jobs report. The economy appears to be gaining a little momentum into 2014, as the labor market has registered consistent improvements in recent months.  In addition, restaurant operators’…
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Noodles & Company Prices Offering at $39.50 Per Share

Noodles & Company (Nasdaq:NDLS) has announced the pricing of its primary and secondary offering by the Company and selling stockholders of 4,500,000 shares of Class A common stock at a price of $39.50 per share. Noodles & Company also expects…
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First Mama Fu’s Restaurant in Ohio Opens in Cleveland

Asian Flex-Casual Concept Opening Two Ohio Restaurants; First Location Opens December 13, 2013 in North Olmsted As the fast-paced, national growth of the fast-casual Asian segment continues to gain popularity throughout the country, Mama Fu’s is feeding consumer demand for…
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James Walker Named Chief Development Officer Of Johnny Rockets

All-American restaurant franchisor, Johnny Rockets, announces the appointment of James Walker as Chief Development Officer (CDO). With more than twenty years experience, Walker brings advanced knowledge and expertise in franchise development to the Johnny Rockets team. Previously, Walker served as the CDO for…
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Lone Star Steakhouse to Aid Tornado Victims on Monday

15% of day’s sales at all 11 Illinois locations to be donated to Red Cross All 11 locations of Lone Star Steakhouse across Illinois are doing their part to help the victims of the tornadoes that swept through the state…
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Newk’s Eatery Sets December 9 Opening Date for Tallahassee Restaurant

Portion of restaurant’s first day sales to be donated to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Foundation Newk’s Eatery, a fresh casual restaurant concept known for its culinary-inspired menu with an emphasis on freshness and flavor, announced today the chain’s second Tallahassee, Fla.…
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Real Mex Announces Leadership Appointments

Real Mex Restaurants, the largest full service, casual dining Mexican restaurant chain in the United States, today announced the following appointments: Blake Barnett to Chief Financial Officer; Rio Gueli to Executive Vice President of Operations; Mark Bartholomay to Executive Vice…
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Mobile POS Trends in the Restaurant Industry

Successful restaurant operators understand that squeezing out a one or two percent profit margin depends mostly on the level of customer service. Although many restaurant operators devise ways to enhance customer service, they inevitably create more steps for their servers.…
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East Coast Wings & Grill Spices Things Up in Orlando

NBA Forward Brings Family-Focused Chicken Wings Restaurant to Florida East Coast Wings & Grill, a North Carolina-based casual dining restaurant known for its 75 flavors of award-winning buffalo-style wings, opened its first Florida location at 588 S. Alafaya Trail in…
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Shoney’s To Treat America to Free Hot Fudge Cake This Friday

Shoney’s Declares December 6, 2013 ‘National Free Hot Fudge Cake Day’ – Says Thank You and Happy Holidays with Shoney’s Signature Dessert – with NO Purchase Necessary Nothing says Thank You and Happy Holidays better than a FREE Hot Fudge…
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