Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Earns 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award

Restaurant News 4/9 11:15A RestaurantNews.com

Chicago, IL  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Lou Malnati s Pizzeria has been named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award winner, a national recognition for organizations that foster exceptional, people-first workplace cultures. The recognition is based...

Barberitos Brings Back Cinco de Queso Promotion with Free Queso and a Chance to Win Free Burritos...

Restaurant News 4/9 9:07A RestaurantNews.com

Fan-created menu items and seasonal promotions put guests in the spotlight St. Petersburg, FL  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Barberitos , known for its better-for-you, Mexican-inspired dishes, is kicking off its Cinco de Mayo campaign, which began on...

Restaurant Realty Company Celebrates 30 Years as California’s Largest Restaurant Brokerage

Restaurant News 4/9 8:13A RestaurantNews.com

30-year milestone highlights 3,400+ clients served, $1B+ in transactions, and 1,700+ restaurant, bar & nightlife business sales/leases across 375+ California cities. San Rafael / Los Angeles, CA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Restaurant Realty Company...

Taco Bell Unlocks a New Dimension of Heat With Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets

Restaurant News 4/9 7:42A RestaurantNews.com

Taco Bell reimagines its iconic Crispy Chicken Nuggets with the first-ever transformation of cult-favorite Diablo Sauce into dust, available April 16 for a limited time TLDR: Taco Bell introduces Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets, marking the...

2026 Los Angeles International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 4/9 4:15A Jeff Cope

The Los Angeles International Wine Competition (LAIWC) has released its 2026 results. The wine competition judging took place February 18-19, 2026, in Los Angeles. Presented by Fairplex, the LAIWC is one of the most respected wine judging events...

South Block Expands Into Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood Neighborhood, Marking Milestone 25th Location

Restaurant News 4/9 3:47A RestaurantNews.com

Fast-growing acai and smoothie brand expands Southeast footprint with grand opening of second North Carolina location Charlotte, NC  ( RestaurantNews.com )   South Block is continuing its multistate expansion with the opening of its newest...

Just Say “Stuff It!” – Panera Bread Launches Latest Innovation, All-New Salad Stuffers

Restaurant News 4/8 9:36A RestaurantNews.com

The Bread Bowl Meets Salad in Panera s Newest Innovative Menu Category St. Louis, MO  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Salads just got bread-er at Panera Bread . Today, the brand famous for its iconic soup bread bowl is launching its freshest menu...

The Franchise Game 2026 Returns to Yum! Brands Headquarters for Its Fourth Year

Restaurant News 4/8 8:51A RestaurantNews.com

Tarji Carter (CEO, The Franchise Player), alongside partners Daylon A. Goff (Founder, It s Just Day Strategic Consulting) and Dessie Brown Jr. (Director of Marketing, Feng Cha) A premier franchise symposium and trade show connecting top brands,...

Nick the Greek Debuts in Inland Empire With Ontario Location

Restaurant News 4/8 7:26A RestaurantNews.com

Nick the Greek is Now Open in Ontario Fast-Growing Greek Chain Brings Authentic Greek Street Food to San Bernardino County San Jose, CA  ( RestaurantNews.com )   Nick the Greek , a national chain serving up authentic Greek street food, is now open...

Krispy Kreme Celebrates ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Return with Exclusive Specialty Pack

Restaurant News 4/8 1:59A RestaurantNews.com

Fans tuning into revival of the beloved family comedy can enjoy Malcolm in the Middle Mix Pack doughnuts this weekend, April 10-12 Charlotte, NC  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Krispy Kreme ® will make the “middle” a little sweeter this weekend for fans...

Shawarma Press Introduces Sumac Chicken Shawarma Wrap

Restaurant News 4/7 5:43A RestaurantNews.com

The launch of the Sumac Chicken Wrap reflects a commitment by Shawarma Press to bring time-honored Middle Eastern flavors to a modern audience. Inspired by Authentic Middle Eastern Ingredients Irving, TX  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Shawarma Press ,...

Now Even Cheesier: Applebee’s Adds MORE Cheese to O-M-Cheese Burger for $11.99

Restaurant News 4/7 5:04A RestaurantNews.com

Plus, Applebee s Adds 5 NEW Menu Items: Loaded Potato Waves, Sesame Salmon Bowl, Lemon Parmesan Chicken, and Two Salads Under 600 Calories Pasadena, CA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Cheese, please! Applebee s viral NEW O-M-Cheese Burger – for only...

Sip into Spring with Applebee’s $6 Mucho Beach Break Cocktails

Restaurant News 4/7 4:58A RestaurantNews.com

Applebee s celebrates 25 years of Mucho cocktails with NEW Adiós and Watermelon Mana Margarita; plus, NEW Prickly Melon Rush and Watermelon Lime Rush Red Bull Refreshers Pasadena, CA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Start your Spring Break with Applebee...

Restaurant Menu News from Del Taco, Bonchon, Bread Zeppelin, and More!

Restaurant News 4/7 4:50A RestaurantNews.com

Del Taco is bringing back its fan-favorite Big Fat Tacos featuring double the protein alongside new Mini Sweet Cream Churros tossed in cinnamon sugar. Bonchon is elevating its menu with a mozzarella-filled Pork Cheese Katsu served with savory...

CaliTacos Heats Up Phoenix Metro with New Franchise Signings and Maryvale Debut

Restaurant News 4/7 4:42A RestaurantNews.com

The rapidly-growing street-style taco brand, CaliTacos, announces multiple new locations in Arizona as it continues U.S. franchise expansion. Phoenix, AZ  ( RestaurantNews.com )  CaliTacos , the fast-casual concept known for its authentic...