Restaurant Daily

Ground beef is being recalled because of contamination fears. Jack in the Box sales are improving. And Starbucks is still considering its China options.

Frisch’s Big Boy found a new owner at the last minute. The tale of Baja Fresh is an object lesson for emerging chains. And California voters opted not to raise the state’s minimum wage.

Jersey Mike’s has a new majority owner. McDonald’s has a problem with its espresso machines. And Wendy’s continues to shake up its C-suite.

The top 100 independent restaurant list is out. The overtime rule is overturned. And the CEO of Salad & Go is stepping down.

McDonald’s is making a big investment in marketing after its e. Coli incident. The industry is making strides toward more affordable childcare. And you can add another fast-casual pizza chain to the roster of those that have filed for bankruptcy this year.

Franchisee Greg Flynn still believes in the power of casual dining. Here’s how much California’s boosted fast-food wage is impacting traffic. And things are looking up for Cracker Barrel.

Virtual food hall company Wonder plans to acquire Grubhub. The NLRB ruled on so-called captive-audience sessions. And CAVA’s momentum continues.

Subway has a new high-tech prototype. Restaurant M&A has a brighter future next year. And Starbucks is adding delivery options to its app.

Chipotle officially has a new permanent CEO. KFC is suing another chicken chain. And Red Lobster is overhauling its menu.

Sweetgreen is testing a surprising side dish. Bloomin’ Brands is refranchising its Brazilian Outback Steakhouse units. And a company that makes avocado-peeling robots has a new owner.