Labor group demands California's $20 minimum wage for fast food workers extend to all sectors
A fair wage advocacy group is demanding that California’s new $20 minimum wage law for fast workers be extended to all sectors across the state.
Prominent comedian says COVID fees and credit card surcharges are no joke
Sebastian Maniscalco slammed two fees he encountered while eating at a restaurant last week. They were a COVID fee and credit card surcharge.
Boy, 12, taken to hospital after he was mistakenly served alcohol at Outback Steakhouse
A 12-year-old boy was rushed to a hospital after he was mistakenly served an alcoholic beverage at an Outback Steakhouse in Michigan and had a reaction.
Alfredo pasta sauces from viral NYC restaurant Carbone now available on grocery store shelves
Carbone Fine Food is releasing its Classic Alfredo and Roasted Garlic Alfredo pasta sauces, the brand announced on Monday. It is affiliated with the viral NYC restaurant.
Applebee's, IHOP parent weighing joint restaurants for US market
Dine Brands Global is "contemplat[ing] introducing this concept" of joint IHOP-Applebee’s restaurants in America, CEO John Peyton told analysts and investors last week.
California GOP calls for investigation into Newsom’s ties to Panera franchisee exempt from minimum wage law
GOP lawmakers are calling on the Attorney General to investigate Gov. Gavin Newsom’s ties to a Panera Bread franchisee and the restaurant’s exemption from the state’s minimum wage.
Panera announces major menu changes set to debut next month
Panera said Thursday it has a major menu update coming in April, including nine new dishes. Some of the food it already offers will get enhanced too.
Subway overcharged a customer more than $1K, took 7 weeks to refund it
A woman in Columbus, Ohio, said it took about seven weeks to get a refund for the over $1,000 she was erroneously charged for a Subway meal of three sandwiches.
KFC rolling out 'Chizza' to American menus
KFC said Wednesday it is bringing a limited-time entree called the Chizza to its American menus that mashes up two popular dishes — pizza and fried chicken.
Restaurant owners warn new California law will make menu prices skyrocket: 'Crippling to everybody'
Restaurant owners in California are sounding the alarm about higher prices on menus due to a new state law that will take effect this summer.
Super Bowl Sunday beer sales jumped in 2024, with Corona taking top spot
Beer sales in bars and restaurants surged for this year's Super Bowl compared to 2023, but customers' favorites were not the same. Corona was the top seller, while Bud Light plunged.
Man tells story of how Olive Garden interview went ‘horribly wrong’ in viral video
A man has gone viral on TikTok after he detailed how he sat for three hours waiting for a job interview at Olive Garden before being told the position was full.
Choco Tacos returning this summer after partnership between Taco Bell, Salt & Straw
Taco Bell and Salt & Straw ice cream have partnered up to bring the Choco Taco out of retirement after the dessert was discontinued in July 2022.
Michigan Popeyes cited for violating child labor laws due to teens working during school hours
A Michigan Popeyes location was fined $48,000 by the Labor Department for violating federal labor laws by employing teenage workers during school hours.
Subway's new snack menu satiating appetite for growth, CEO says
Subway CEO John Chidsey details booming sales and growth associated with the food chain's new "Sidekick" menu items, featuring foot-long cookies, churros and pretzels.
Denny's shutters only location in Oakland after more than 54 years due to high crime
Denny's has closed its location in Oakland, California after 54 years due to high crime. The closing follows In-N-Out's announcement that it was closing its Oakland location.
Applebee's customers complain after Date Night Pass sells out immediately
Applebee's has sold out of its unique Date Night Passes, which offered weekly meals of up to $30 per visit for 52 date nights — all for just $200.
Class action lawsuit accuses Dunkin’ of discrimination for charging extra for non-dairy milk alternatives
A recently filed class action lawsuit is accusing Dunkin’ of discriminating by charging certain people more money to make drinks with non-dairy alternatives.
In-N-Out Burger's closure in Oakland due to crime issues 'heartbreaking' but necessary, observers say
In-N-Out's closing of its only location in Oakland due to safety issues shows the city's crime problems are out of control, an industry expert tells FOX Business.
Oakland, California's only In-N-Out restaurant closing due to crime
An In-N-Out location that is the only one in one Bay Area city will be closing this spring, the fast food chain announced. A statement cites crime as the reason.