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HuHot

HuHot Shows its Inner Warrior in Video Contest

Last month, HuHot Mongolian Grill invited its fans to show their “Inner Warrior” by submitting short videos online.

Food Safety

Cleaning in a restaurant kitchen.

The Ultimate Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

Why it’s Critical for Restaurants to Maximize Food Safety & Minimize Risks

Technology's Impact on Food Safety and Workforce Optimization in the Restaurant Industry

Menu Innovations

Monte Silva Shift Happens.

The Case for Hyper-Focused Menus

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant to Celebrate Oktoberfest with Bavarian-Inspired Food Specials

Big Whiskey’s Introduces Table Tailgate Menu for Limited Time

Beverage

Mocktail at Tupelo Honey.

Functional Mocktails are Having a Moment in Restaurants

Cracker Barrel Releases French Toast Latte for Limited Time

NORMS Partners with Common Space Brewery to Create Limited-Edition IPA

Chef Profiles

Adrienne Cole.

Adrienne Cole's Journey from Café Owner to Louisville's Up-and-Coming Restaurateur

Meg Galus Joins Good Ambler as Executive Pastry Chef

Chef Jose Garces Named to President Biden's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition

Kitchen Equipment

Matt Luckey, left, and James Passafaro, right, cofounders of Opsi.

Chef-Created App Seeks to Revolutionize Restaurant Kitchen Workflow, Training

How Restaurant Kitchen Automation Can Optimize Labor and Improve Customer Service

Strategies for Restaurants to Reduce Food Inventory Loss

Restaurant Design

Cushing Terrell restaurant design.

The New Rules of Restaurant Design: A Story

Choosing a Restaurant Music System

James Beard 'Outstanding Chef' Rob Rubba on Rethinking Fine Dining

Technology

A touch screen and POS.

How to Prepare for an AI-Driven Future

POS Solution STOVE Announces New Tools for Reservations and Marketing

Hi Auto and HME Hospitality and Specialty Communications to Showcase Drive-Thru AI at Upcoming Conference

Marketing & Promotions

California Pizza Kitchen's salad dressings.

California Pizza Kitchen Boosts Brand Power with CPG Innovation

InlinePlastics Expands Safe-T-Chef Product Line

Logan’s Roadhouse Launches Grill Master Certification Program

Delivery

Delivery Driver inside a car.

Why Delivery Tech is Essential for Full-Service Restaurants

Thanx Joins Olo Connect Partnership Program as First Loyalty Partner

Workplace Catering Platform Foodja Extends Partnership with California Pizza Kitchen

Labor & Employees

Ribs at TGI Fridays restaurant.

TGI Fridays Strives for Relevance in Post-COVID Environment

Georgia Restaurant Association Names Stephanie Fischer CEO and President

The Williams Inn Names Ronald Reda Executive Chef

Casual Dining

Ponderosa and Bonanza turkey.

Ponderosa & Bonanza Continue to Deliver on Value Promise

Michelin-Starred Esmé Launches New Membership Program

Fogo de Chão Signs Deal to Open in Richmond

Chain Restaurants

Mr Gatti's Pizza.

A Slice of Success: Mr Gatti's Pizza Doubles Footprint in 3 Years

Cracker Barrel Launches New Rewards Program

Cameron Mitchell Restaurants Inks Deal to Open Ocean Prime at Nashville Yards

Franchising

Golden Corral's Baby Back Ribs.

How Golden Corral Pulled Off a Comeback for the Ages

Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch Welcomes Three New Franchisees

Another Broken Egg Cafe Keeps Rolling with Record Sales

Consumer Trends

Sixty-two percent of consumers won’t visit brands that censor their reviews.

Negative Restaurant Reviews are on the Rise: How to Rebuild Trust in 2023

Survey: 75 Percent Order From Restaurants At Least Once Per Week

The Key to Winning Late-Night Restaurant Customers? Streamlined Menus

Finance

Cracker Barrel Heat 'n Serve meal.

Cracker Barrel Admits Blame for Continued Traffic Declines

Dave & Buster's Sales are Down, but Optimism Persists

Red Robin Generates $31 Million from Sale-Leaseback Transaction