Chain Operations includes chain profiles, news on chain restaurants, trend pieces and new concepts.
Arby's joins the fight against childhood obesity, Mimi's Café looks to spark mid-day traffic in January and a handful of other chains open new locations.
Long-time restaurant executive becomes president and CEO of the pizza chain.
Chain opens fourth California location.
Restaurant industry veteran's background includes working with Chipotle, Smashburger and others.
Restaurant industry pro assumes a franchise development position with the 238-unit donut chain.
Meritage acquires pair of franchised portfolios and opens two more stores.
News from the chain restaurant segment this week includes McDonald's expands a menu test, international expansion for Cheesecake Factory and Starbucks, and Tully's Coffee's new ownership has some star power.
Blaze Pizza, Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, Dairy Queen, Jimmy's Egg and Kona Grill update expansion plans.
Franchise veteran takes the helm.
Former CICi's executive starts on Jan. 7
Coffee house chain will retain its Minnesota headquarters.