Cracker Barrel had a better quarter than feared.

This episode of the Restaurant Business podcast The Week in Restaurants looks at the family-dining chain’s traffic improvement and why that matters. The company’s sales are improving faster than executives, and Wall Street, expected. 

Another problem is screwing with the beef markets. We discuss the potential impact of a screwworm infestation on cattle supplies and beef prices.

Cava announced some hiring. We talk about why more chains should emphasize their growth opportunities for workers.

On this week’s Technomic Talks segment, Aaron Jourden discusses the fast-growing Luckin Coffee. 

On Tech Check, Senior Tech Editor Joe Guszkowski talks about why technology isn’t improving profits at restaurant chains. 

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