Wells Fargo analysts 'weigh in' on Chipotle portion sizing after restaurant chain faces backlash online
Chipotle locations have been facing backlash online as customers call out the restaurant for a decline in portion sizes; some Wells Fargo analysts have the data to back up these claims.
McDonald's introducing limited-time 'Special Grade Garlic Sauce' to app for dipping
McDonald's has a limited-time "Special Grade Garlic Sauce" hitting the U.S. market soon. Customers will only be able to get it through the fast-food chain's app.
Fast-food value deal battle expands as Sonic rolls out a $1.99 menu
The fast-food wars gained a new participant on Monday as Inspire Brands-owned Sonic Drive-In rolled out a value menu consisting of entrees, snacks and desserts.
Texas Chick-fil-A confirms two employees killed in shooting, illegal immigrant suspect in custody
Chick-fil-A confirmed that two employees were killed in a shooting at a restaurant location in Irving, Texas on Wednesday. An illegal immigrant suspect is in custody, police said.
McDonald's says verdict is in: US customers do not like McPlant burgers
McDonald’s plant-based burger, called the McPlant, flopped in two American test markets, McDonald’s USA President Joe Erlinger says at the WSJ Global Food Forum.
McDonald's USA president talks $5 meal deals: Customers are 'really stretched'
McDonald’s USA president Joe Erlinger appeared on the “Today" show on Tuesday to promote a new $5 meal deal for customers in the wake of inflated prices.
Arizona delivery driver's viral note to a Chipotle customer led TikTokers to bankroll his wedding
Arizona delivery driver Paul Slobodzian had no idea that a note he left on a delivery order of Chipotle would lead complete strangers to pay for his wedding.
Newsom, California business group spar over contrasting job numbers after minimum wage hike
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said claims by trade groups that a new minimum wage has cost fast-food workers jobs is false.
America's top restaurants for customer satisfaction
Major U.S. steakhouse chains dominate full-service dining in the latest American Consumer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Restaurant and Food Delivery Study 2024.
McDonald's $5 meal deal: Here's what you get
Under McDonald’s upcoming $5 meal deal, customers will get their pick of one of two sandwich options — a McDouble or a McChicken — plus small fries, four-piece McNuggets and a small soda.
Chipotle's 50-to-1 stock split on deck
Chipotle is spicing up its stock with its 50-for-1 split set to begin trading on Wednesday. The move will allow more investors access to the high-priced equity.
You'll never believe 16 Handles' unusual new frozen yogurt flavor: 'Make them smile'
16 Handles, a frozen yogurt chain based in New York City, announced its newest flavor: French fry. This limited-time offering features real potato pieces.
Olive Garden parent CEO says fast food inflation driving customers to sit-down franchises
Darden Restaurants CEO Rick Cardenas said high prices at fast food restaurants are benefitting casual sit-down restaurants, like his competitors Chili's Grill & Bar and Applebee's.
Hollywood Arby's shutters doors after more than 5 decades in business following minimum wage hike
Owners of the Arby's location on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood that closed its doors over the weekend are talking about what factors led to their decision.
More than a dozen Indiana Pizza Huts abruptly closed
The now-closed 15 Pizza Hut restaurants were located across northwestern Indiana and run by franchisee EYM Group, The Times of Northwest Indiana reported late last week.
Fans confused as Krispy Kreme releases 'Friends' doughnuts but only in UK, Ireland
Four "Friends"-inspired doughnuts arrived at Krispy Kreme's locations in the United Kingdom and Ireland on June 17, but these snacks do not appear to be coming to the United States.
McDonald's ending AI drive-thru ordering
McDonald's reportedly is ending an artificial intelligence-based drive-thru ordering program that was being tested at more than 100 restaurants.
Starbucks 'Pairings Menu' panned: 'Where's the meal?'
Starbucks' new "Pairings Menu" did not impress some consumers on X, who believed that the offerings were a poor value for the money. The "Pairings Menu" is limited time.
California’s $20 minimum wage led to fast-food price hikes, lower customer traffic, study shows
Since California's new minimum wage law went into effect on April 1, menu prices at fast-food restaurants has surged and foot traffic has slowed, according to new data.
Chick-fil-A location's summer camp for kids draws criticism, sparks debate on social media
A Louisiana Chick-fil-A has sparked an online debate after launching a camp for kids — leading some people to call the restaurant out for "child labor," while others defended it.