ENGLEWOOD, CO – In a move that signals a significant acceleration of its long-term strategic restructuring, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB) has announced the signing of two definitive refranchising agreements. The deal involves the sale of 86 company-owned restaurant units to two experienced multi-unit operators for a total consideration of $72.5 million. This […]

Food Dive | Published June 1, 2026 | By Christopher Doering Introduction: A Strategic Leap for a Pasta Giant In a significant move signaling robust confidence in the U.S. market, Barilla, the world-renowned pasta maker, has announced a substantial expansion of its production, packaging, and warehouse facilities at its existing site in Livingston County, New […]

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO — In a move that signals a decisive shift in its long-term operational strategy, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. has officially announced the sale of its corporate-owned restaurant locations across Washington and Western Idaho. The acquisition by Evergreen Dining, a seasoned multi-unit operator with a three-decade track record in the industry, marks […]

MESA, AZ – In an era where national coffee behemoths often dominate the suburban landscape, a homegrown Arizona success story is proving that localized branding and high-speed service can capture significant market share. Top Fuel Espresso, the drag-racing-themed coffee purveyor founded by former racer Jessica Denison, has officially announced the opening of its fourth brick-and-mortar […]

IRVINE, CA — In a strategic move designed to capture a larger share of the burgeoning premium beverage market, Taco Bell has officially launched a pilot program for a new lineup of cold brew coffee beverages. The initiative, currently being tested at the chain’s specialized "Live Más Café" locations, represents the latest salvo in the […]

MARIETTA, GA – In a move that signals the strengthening of the "better-for-you" dining sector in the Southeast, Beyond Juicery + Eatery has officially announced the grand opening of its newest location in East Cobb. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, the event marks a pivotal step in the brand’s strategic expansion across the Greater Atlanta […]

HOUSTON, TX – The competitive landscape of the Houston fast-casual dining scene is set to experience a significant shift as Layne’s Chicken Fingers, the iconic Texas-born franchise, prepares to plant its flag in the heart of the city’s central business district. On Monday, May 11th, the brand will officially open its doors at 609 Main […]