Restaurant Association: The best source for Restaurant Industry News & Operations Tips

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Rising costs test restaurant value as diners seek quality, portion fairness, and genuine experience. Discover the strategies reshaping hospitality.

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A leading Carl's Jr. operator files for bankruptcy, revealing how California's wage hike and franchise instability create pressure across fast food.

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Cantina Contramar opens at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, blending signature Mexican flavors, design, and hospitality for a memorable Strip debut.

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill hires Jeff Uttz as CFO, banking on his proven record from Kura Sushi and Shake Shack to drive nationwide growth.

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Tijuana Flats pivots to franchising after bankruptcy, blending nostalgia with bold new strategy under Latitude Food Group.

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Buckets opens inside House Three Thirty, serving comfort classics, community pride, and hands-on hospitality training through LeBron James’s I Promise mission.

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New packaging mandates, mega-merger risks, and labor changes create complexity for restaurants navigating compliance and sourcing.

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Kura Sushi’s creative IP tie-ins and tech upgrades spark big sales gains and set a new standard in cost control. Here’s how they’re leading the pack.

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James Tyson acquires The Gilded Fork, infusing global flair while keeping its trusted roots. Portsville’s culinary landscape braces for a bold new chapter.

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FAT Brands' quick bankruptcy sale sparks heated landlord objections. Unpack the high-stakes timeline, financial pressure, and what’s at risk.