Layoffs may be coming to Starbucks. Hy-Vee is closing 79 Wahlburgers units. And Charles Phan, the chef and restaurateur behind San Francisco’s Slanted Door, has died. 

Panera is going through a major transformative period. P.F. Chang’s has big plans for its fast-casual spinoff. And Dutch Bros is targeting a surprising daypart.

ICR Conference attendees report they’re cautiously optimistic about their businesses after a rocky year. Restaurant sales ended the year down, according to new Census data. And Steak ‘n Shake is making a meaty change to its fries.

Papa Johns’ CEO is hoping to course correct the company. The price gap between groceries and restaurants continues to narrow. And Portillo’s outlined a robust plan to bolster traffic, margins, and returns.

If you want to use the Starbucks bathroom, you’re going to have to buy some coffee. McDonald’s has a significant economic impact in the U.S. And Dave & Buster’s has some significant problems to solve.

Shake Shack wants to quadruple its domestic unit count. Papa Johns is adding new restaurants itself, despite slowing sales. And fast-food restaurants had a good fourth quarter… if you don’t count December.

McDonald’s is making some big changes to its beverage-focused concept. Hiring at restaurants and bars is surging. And Portillo’s has added a surprising name to its board.

Fires continue to rage across Los Angeles as operators and workers continue to lose homes and jobs. Outback Steakhouse has a new leader. And more changes are coming to Panera.

Fires are raging in Los Angeles, with some iconic restaurants among the devastation. KFC is working on a transformation plan. And Uber Eats has a new, high-flying partnership.

Panera’s CEO has stepped down. The McValue menu is officially here. And Taco Bell refuses to be outdone.