Operations News & Media

Einstein Noah announces Q3 results

November 5, 2009

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Inc., operating under the Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels, and Manhattan Bagel brands, has reported financial…

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Au Bon Pain to use eggs from cage-free chickens

November 5, 2009

ABP Corporation, operater of the Au Bon Pain restaurant chain, has announced its new policy for using eggs from cage-free chickens in its Massachusetts…

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Ohio journalist weighs in on Five Guys vs. Smashburger

November 5, 2009

As both Five Guys and Smashburger continue to break ground in new markets, the debate floor has opened to restaurant critics and consumers alike: Five Guys or…

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Bruegger's launches Toys for Tots holiday campaign

November 4, 2009

Bruegger's is teaming up with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to meet the dramatic increase in requests for toys this holiday season. Through its "Kids…

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Rubio's ends third quarter debt free

November 4, 2009

Rubio's Restaurants Inc. is ending its third quarter debt free, positioning the company well from a liquidity standpoint as it begins the fourth quarter. …

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PJ's Coffee of New Orleans continues with expansion push

November 3, 2009

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans has announced its continued expansion efforts in the year since it was acquired by Scott, Steve and Paul Ballard along with Thomas…

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Carrols Restaurant Group debt reduction improves bottom line

November 2, 2009

Carrols Restaurant Group Inc., the parent company of Carrols Corp., has announced financial results for the third quarter ended Sept. 27. The company operates…

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Peet's Coffee & Tea to acquire Diedrich Coffee

November 2, 2009

Peet's Coffee & Tea Inc. and Diedrich Coffee Inc. have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Peet's will acquire…

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Spicy Pickle launches Turkey Tuesday

November 2, 2009

Spicy Pickle has announced the launch of Turkey Tuesday, where guests at any Colorado Spicy Pickle location can enjoy any turkey sandwich, sub or panini with a…

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Schlotzsky's selects Synq Solutions to streamline marketing execution

November 2, 2009

Synq Solutions, a provider of in-store marketing and promotional support programs for the quick-service and fast casual industry, has announced that…

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Rubio's passes on buyout offer

November 1, 2009

Rubio's Restaurants Inc. has decided to decline an $80 million buyout offer it received from stockholder Alex Meruelo and the Meruelo Group, and Levine…

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Corner Bakery Cafe inks deal to open 12 non-traditional locations

November 1, 2009

Corner Bakery Cafe has announced that it will partner with franchisee PhaseNext Hospitality to develop 12 new Corner Bakery Cafe locations in non-traditional…

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Maui Wowi Hawaiian and Doc Popcorn open co-brand pilot

November 1, 2009

Maui Wowi Hawaiian has announced the opening of its newest location inside an H-E-B grocery store in Austin, Texas. This is the fourth Maui Wowi Hawaiian…

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Elephants Delicatessen implements MonkeyCatering

October 29, 2009

MonkeyMedia Software, a provider of web-based solutions for the QSR and fast casual restaurant segment, has announced that Portland, Ore.-based Elephants…

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Boston Market extends 'Two Kids Eat Free' program

October 28, 2009

Boston Market has announced that its widely popular "Two Kids Eat Free" dining program will be extended past Oct. 31, offering customers the same deal every…

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Rubio's sets Q3 2009 conference call

October 28, 2009

Rubio's Restaurants Inc. will hold a conference call Nov. 4, 2009, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss results for the third quarter ended Sept. 27, 2009. …

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Buffalo Wild Wings posts 25% revenue gain

October 27, 2009

Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. has announced financial results for the third quarter ended Sept. 27, 2009. Company-owned restaurant sales increased 26 percent for…

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American Airlines to serve Ben & Jerry's sundaes

October 27, 2009

Ben & Jerry's is the latest brand to find a home for some of its products on airline carriers. Starting Nov. 1, American Airlines will serve new Ben &…

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Panera Bread systemwide comps up nearly 3%

October 27, 2009

Panera Bread Company has reported a company-owned same-store sales increase of 3.3 percent for its third quarter ended Sept. 29, 2009. Franchise-operated…

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Einstein Noah sets date for Q3 earnings release

October 22, 2009

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Inc. has announced that it will release its third quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes Nov. 5, 2009. A…

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