A closer look at Americans’ drinking habits. Another chain takes a run at co-branding. Plus, why foodservice packaging prices may soar. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

McDonald’s big plans for 2026. New owners for Protein Bar. Consumer expectations rise faster than brands can improve. Five Guys goes all in on its new Las Vegas location. Plus, meet Brother Joe. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

What’s on school foodservice operators’ minds? Which restaurant chains are considered smart growing brands? How will the U.S. economy fare in 2026? Answers to these questions and more, This Week in Foodservice.

Chipotle and Olive Garden make updates to their menus, while a renowned gastronomy brand lands in New York City. CookUnity acquires a video platform. A lazy Susan gets busy bringing people together. Plus, Electro Freeze is on the move. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.

A penny problem persists. One chain’s stand against the viral trend 6-7. Vollrath plans to update its factory. Two chains struggle, while another hits a development milestone. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

White Castle lands at Logan Airport. Consumers are turning to upscale restaurants this holiday season. How consumers choose to dine keeps evolving. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.

What role can technology play in making operators’ successful? What’s The Next Big Thing in restaurant design? Did the restaurant industry grow in October? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

What’s on consumers’ minds? Thanksgiving dinner will cost how much? How did restaurant hiring hold up in the third quarter? What is a dishwasher in nature and how can you experience this phenomenon? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

McDonald’s gets nostalgic. On-premises dining matters to two chains. A lack of pennies adds up to big problems for some restaurants. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

Who are the new KI Awards judges? Does casual dining offer better value than QSRs? How will the government shutdown impact the U.S. economy? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

Examining ways the government shutdown could impact the restaurant industry. Culinary Depot’s execs to be honored. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

The Castle of Tomorrow is open today. Restaurant sales increased modestly in September. Why some adults are starting to eat like kids again. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

NAFEM and Host to collaborate. M&A outlook for 2026. Uncertain becomes the new economic normal. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

Meet the Autonomous Robotic Kitchen. Exploring why off-premises only locations may struggle. Dining on deals is on the rise. History’s lessons from past government shutdowns. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

How often do restaurants fail in their first year? Which c-store is creating entertainment venues? Which is the best U.S. Foodie city? These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

Can smaller portions lead to bigger sales? Who is riding the proffee wave? Can a c-store become a QSR? Will friends flock to the new Central Perk location? Answers to these questions and more, This Week in Foodservice.

Einstein Bros. Bagels rolls out an innovative design. Value meals continue to prove their value. The economy takes a bite out of Portillo’s growth plans. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.

Dirty sodas clean up. A look at the state that has the most fast-food restaurants. Wonder no more about Wonder’s new identity. Starbucks unveils the coffee house of the future. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.

What’s in store for collegiate dining in the years to come? What’s on tap for National Food Safety Month? Which restaurant chains were winners during the first half of 2025? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

What’s fueling foodservice in 2026? From operators’ big spending plans to whether gridiron glory can score wins in the restaurant world. Plus, Taylor Swift says YES to these 10 NYC restaurants.

A smart kitchen operating system takes flight. Another chain tests delivery robots. Operators seem poised to invest in their businesses. Plus a whole bunch of M&A news. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.

What are the potential benefits of Chipotle’s high-efficiency equipment package? Which chain hopes to clean up with dirty sodas? Can a pizza chain take market share? Which foodservice equipment dealer just opened a Pennsylvania branch? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

Will there be a recession in 2025? What role should restaurants play in consumers’ health? Which pizza concept is ready to take flight? Answers to these questions and more in This Week in Foodservice.

Can EV charging and menu innovation put a jolt in restaurant foot traffic? How did full-service restaurants fare in 2024? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

The coffee house of the future comes into focus. A chain may reach into its pocketbook to accelerate growth. Small business owners share their outlook. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

Takeout and delivery’s trajectory on a global scale. A few operator bright spots emerge in an otherwise challenging year. Drone delivery takes flight in Texas. Consumer finances take a hit. Plus, a small business perspective on Tariffs. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

The appeal of modular construction. How the economy is affecting certain restaurants’ growth plans. Aerowerks’ construction plans. Consumer sentiment sours. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

Who will fix the robots? What’s percolating at Starbucks? How did restaurant sales fare in May? Can a buffet chain make it in the fast-casual world? What’s a “Tacotender” and where can you find one? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

Will selling more food lead to increased beverage sales? Which private equity firm added another chain to its portfolio? These stories and more This Week in Foodservice. 

Bubba 33 and BWW Go are poised for growth. The sales outlook for the top 1,500 chains. Business leaders share their thoughts about the economy. Plus, an updated app focuses on risk factors for indoor workers. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.