Red Robin Joins Heinz to Honor Veterans on Monday, Nov. 11

In honor of Veterans Day, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin)* is giving away one free Tavern Double burger to each veteran or active duty military guest who shows their military ID, proof of service or who are in…
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Yam Yam To Go Expands to Middle East

Yam Yam To Go will be expanding to the Middle East beginning in 2014. The carry-out Asian fusion restaurant has signed a master franchise agreement facilitated by World Franchise Associates who specialize in global expansion for franchises. The major deal…
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Roland Dickey Stops by Mesa for Customer Appreciation Day

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Mesa is celebrating expansion in Arizona with a customer appreciation day this Tuesday, October 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Barbecue kingpin, Roland Dickey, will be handing out 100 free autographed copies of his new…
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Newk’s Eatery to Open First Restaurant in Montgomery on October 31

Upscale casual restaurant offers flavorful food, freshly prepared in open-view kitchen Newk’s Eatery, a fresh casual restaurant concept known among its loyal following for its culinary-inspired menu with an emphasis on freshness and flavor, announced today the first Newk’s Eatery…
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Corner Bakery Cafe Launches New Cutting Edge Website

User-friendly site delivers content with fewer clicks Search based on dietary needs; Calculates calories/nutritional information New “To-Go” online ordering feature allows guests to skip the line Corner Bakery Cafe has launched a complete redesign of its CornerBakeryCafe.com website that allows…
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Teavana Fine Teas + Tea Bar Debuts in New York City’s Upper East Side

Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) today previewed the first-of-its-kind Teavana Fine Teas + Tea Bar in New York City’s Upper East Side. Opening tomorrow, the Tea Bar will elevate the premium tea experience by delivering a carefully curated assortment of handcrafted tea beverages,…
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Russo’s Restaurants Hires Seasoned Franchise Development Expert Alfred Naddaff

Russo’s Restaurants, which includes Russo’s New York Pizzeria as well as Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen, has announced the appointment of Alfred Naddaff as its national franchise development director. “As a internationally acclaimed group of Italian restaurants, we strive to hire…
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Newk’s Eatery Hires Territory Director of Franchise Operations

Newk’s Eatery announced today the hire of Keith Moody as Territory Director of Franchise Operations for the fresh casual restaurant concept. Moody has been in franchise restaurant operations for more than twenty years and will apply his extensive skills and…
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As the grape harvest continues at the nation’s vineyards, OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations, has announced the 2013 Diners’ Choice Award winners for the Top 100 Restaurants with the Most Notable Wine Lists. These awards reflect…
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McAlister’s Deli Celebrates Guest Appreciation Week in Vicksburg Nov. 4-8

Leading Fast Casual Chain Offers Special Deals for Local Residents in Honor of Restaurant’s 15th Anniversary McAlister’s Deli, a leading fast casual restaurant, announces special offers* during Guest Appreciation Week Nov. 4-8 at its restaurant located at 4200 East Clay…
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Blue Coast Grill & Bar – Market Square, Knoxville, TN

Adding to its inventory of successful restaurants, Blue Coast, Inc. has unveiled an elevated dining experience with its launch of Blue Coast Grill & Bar in the heart of Knoxville’s Market Square. The unique and broad menu features a cuisine…
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Restaurant Chain Growth Report 10/22/13

Growing Concepts Concepts that have grown by at least 5% (if less than 50 units). Miamisburg, OH-based RON’S PIZZA (founded 1964) has increased by 1 unit, from 6 to 7 (17% growth).  The restaurants are mostly quick serve, open for…
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