McDonald’s CEO Don Thompson Has Mixed First Year

When Don Thompson took the reins at McDonald’s in July, investors and industry experts predicted few changes at the Golden Arches. Thompson, chief operating officer and a 22-year company veteran, had long been seen as heir apparent, with support inside…
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Wahoo’s Fish Taco Opens Restaurant in Woodland Hills, California

Celebrating 25 years of serving its signature fish taco, Wahoo’s Fish Taco, a community mainstay and worldwide pop culture phenomenon since 1988, announces the opening of its newest location in Woodland Hills, Calif. Located at 19960 Ventura Boulevard, the new…
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Chipotle Celebrates 20th Anniversary with “Adventurrito” Treasure Hunt

Get ready to say “happy birthday” to your favorite foil-wrapped meal. In two weeks, Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a three-week-long treasure hunt, “Adventurrito,” that will take participants through a series of 20 online…
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Hungry Howie’s Pizza Offers Asiago Cheese Crust for July

Hungry Howie’s Pizza, the originator of the Flavored Crust Pizza and one of the nation’s top pizza franchises, is continuing to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2013 by offering a special Flavored Crust of the Month. July’s limited time only…
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Austin Braces for Pie Five Pizza Invasion

Austin will soon welcome its first wave of Pie Five Pizza restaurants, marking the next area of expansion for the leading brand in the rapidly growing fast-casual pizza space. Pie Five Pizza Co., a subsidiary of Pizza Inn Holdings, Inc.…
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Hurricane Grill & Wings Opens Fifth Long Island Restaurant

Hurricane Grill & Wings introduces its largest Long Island restaurant in Garden City. The family-friendly restaurant known for its relaxed atmosphere and award-winning wings, welcomes local residents to experience the bold island flavors that have made New York one of…
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Summer Shrimp Special is Back at Ker’s WingHouse Bar & Grill

Ker’s WingHouse Bar & Grill, a Largo, Fla.-based sports-themed wing and casual dining restaurant chain founded by Florida Gator and National Football League (NFL) veteran Crawford Ker, is bringing back its popular Summer Shrimp Special starting today. Available through Sept.…
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First Watch Restaurant to Open in McCandless Crossing

Award-winning Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch restaurant First Watch today announced plans to open its third Pittsburgh-area restaurant in mid-2014.The restaurant will be located in McCandless Crossing, a mixed-use retail center under development at the corner of McKnight Road and Cumberland…
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Dickey’s Barbecue Signs on 500th Franchisee

Dickey’s Barbecue, the nation’s fastest growing restaurant concept, just sold its 500th franchise. The Dallas-based franchise currently has 312 locations open with another 200 in development. “We’ve spent years perfecting the concept while creating national brand recognition and loyalty,” said…
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Bennigan’s Selected Among Top 50 Franchises for Veterans

4th annual survey for USA Today recognizes chain’s commitment to supporting military veterans Bennigan’s, the Legendary restaurant brand renowned for its signature Irish hospitality, is fast becoming known for another purpose: its commitment to recruiting, advancing and supporting military veterans.…
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Success Spurs Opening of New Daily Juice Location in Austin Area

Since 2003, Daily Juice has been the go-to destination for made-to-order organic juices and smoothies in Austin. The company will expand its presence in the Texas capital with the opening of the newest Daily Juice location at 3300 Bee Cave…
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