Chain News & Profiles
Chain News & Profiles includes news on chain restaurants, operations, profiles, trend pieces and new concepts.
The Chickery Names New President, Prepares for Growth
- Published on Thursday, 03 August 2017
Restaurant industry veteran Kert Gennings is the new president of The Chickery, a Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual chicken concept.
Big Whiskey’s Is Not a Bar
- Published on Tuesday, 01 August 2017
Despite the name, this casual dining operation doesn’t define itself by drink alone, but by good food and engaging employees.
Capriotti’s Keeps It Real
- Published on Monday, 03 July 2017
This sandwich shop counts on scratch cooking and fresh ingredients to make it a national player.
East Coast Wings + Grill Looks Forward with New Prototype
- Published on Thursday, 01 June 2017
This wing concept is out to attract everyone from Millennials to professionals to families with its new design.
Renovation Fills a Menu Gap at Prentice Café
- Published on Monday, 01 May 2017
Campus foodservice operation adds new serving, preparation and cooking equipment.
Chevys Fresh Mex Gets Unchained
- Published on Monday, 01 May 2017
This casual dining chain has opened its first store in seven years as part of the revival of parent company Real Mex Restaurants.
Rusty Bucket Sharpens its Game
- Published on Monday, 03 April 2017
Following a period of growth, this polished-casual chain put a short pause on expansion to refine its look and improve kitchen operations.
Burtons Grill & Bar Redesigns for a Younger Crowd
- Published on Wednesday, 01 March 2017
This polished-casual concept’s new prototype features a fully open kitchen, island bar and dining areas that offer customers different types of restaurant experiences.
Souper Salad Rethinks the Buffet
- Published on Wednesday, 01 February 2017
Redesigned stores simplify interior traffic flow and reap the benefits of induction technology.
Back Yard Burgers Returns from the Brink
- Published on Tuesday, 03 January 2017
This Southeastern chain was hit hard by the Great Recession, but an updated menu and more upscale design could help it thrive again.
On-Site Profile: Fertitta Café Expands Asian Offerings
- Published on Tuesday, 03 January 2017
International cuisine caters to students’ sophisticated and cultured palates at the University of Southern California.
