Columbus, OH

If you’ve visited a drive-thru recently and noticed things seem a little different, you’re not alone. Restaurants have begun testing forms of artificial intelligence (AI) in food service in an attempt to simplify the ordering process for workers and create a smoother experience for guests. While you might expect tasks such as phone call routing to become automated, some restaurants are taking it a step (or two) further.

Taco Bell Just Announced a Major Drive-Thru Change

24/7 Wall St.

24/7 Wall St. Insights Despite inflation, sales are up at restaurants and satisfaction in full-service restaurants increased Two steakhouses capture the top spot in customer satisfaction Find out if any of the restaurant chains mentioned here are among 2 Dividend Legends To Hold Forever One of America’s long-time seafood restaurants is apparently ready to make […]
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Americans Love This Steakhouse More Than Any Other Restaurant

Business Insider

Some fast food chains are struggling to boost sales, but Taco Bell is going from strength to strength.

Taco Bell is giving customers exactly what they want right now: cheap fast food

Fast-food giants like McDonald's, Starbucks, and KFC reported drops in comparable US sales. In particular, lower-income consumers are cutting back.

It's been another bad quarter for the fast-food industry. Burgers and pizza are too expensive, and Americans just don't want to splash out.

FinanceBuzz

Outback has shuttered many restaurants in 2024 due to declining sales. Hawaii and New Hampshire have no locations left. Is your local Outback next on the list?

Outback Steakhouse Is Closing Stores in These 8 States in 2024

The Boot

When you think Olive Garden, you think of those endless breadsticks and that delicious bottomless salad — you definitely don't think tacos and nachos. But the parent company of Olive Garden, Darden Restaurants, has purchased the entire chain of Tex-Mex favorite, Chuy's. Darden is also home to Longhorn Steakhouse, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Cheddars and Bahama Breeze nationally.

The Company That Owns Olive Garden Has Purchased This Entire Chain of Mexican Restaurants

Fox Business

McDonald's is revealing more details about the beefed-up burger it is now testing in a few countries outside the U.S., with plans to roll it out internationally.

McDonald's is testing a new, bigger burger: Here's what's on it

McDonald's is extending its popular $5 meal deal as the value meal battle between fast food chains wages on. In a company memo obtained by ABC News, McDonald's executives said most U.S. locations will extend the deal through August. The deal that first launched June 25 was only supposed to...

McDonald's extends $5 meal, Wendy's adds $1 breakfast sandwich

Florida State

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Lakeland, FL

Akeena

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

If Outback Steakhouse just closed in your area, fear not! There are tons of tasty alternatives to consider.

14 Great Alternatives to Outback Steakhouse, as the Company Announces Closures

Louisiana State

103.3 The G.O.A.T.

Here are a few chain restaurants that might be closing in Louisiana this year.

Chain Restaurants That Could Be Closing in Louisiana in 2024

The Mirror US

Millions of people in the U.S. eat fast food every day. Some restaurants are more favorable among Americans than others.

Chick-fil-A dethroned as U.S. favorite fast food restaurant – here’s what took its place

New York Post

Taco Bell is rolling back the clock.

Starting August 15, the fast food chain is bringing back fan-favorite menu items dating back to the 1960s with a new, nostalgic test menu full of “iconic hits through the decades.”





Recent Ohio college grad shot dead in Taco Bell drive-thru by stranger in murder-suicide



“Thanks to our rich history, we have a vault of craveable products our fans have become passionate about and we continuously explore ways to reintroduce the ones that deliver on the comfort and value they are looking for,” Taylor Montgomery, Taco Bell’s Chief Marketing Officer, said in a statement. 

“Now, we’re...

Taco Bell launches nostalgic menu with items dating back to the ‘60s

Del Taco has been named by USA TODAY as America's No. 1 fast food restaurant, ending Chick-fil-A's nearly decade run as the top chain. The Mexican restaurant chain was selected by readers as the nation's best, followed by KFC and Chick-fil-A. "This popular taco stop, which serves all kinds of...

Surprising Restaurant Named No. 1 Fast Food Chain

Gary Smith

If you're a fried chicken lover, you will be familiar with places such as KFC, Popeyes, Church's Chicken, and Raising Cane's, to name a few. However, you might be surprised to know that Jollibee, the fast-growing fast-food chain, is being recognized as the best place for fried chicken in town.

Jollibee is voted best fast food fried chicken restaurant, are there any in Florida?

24/7 Wall St. Insights Surprisingly, McDonald’s is not the restaurant that outsells Chick-fil-A.  There is only one restaurant on this list where you can see food made right in front of you.  Some of the restaurants on this list are still privately owned.  Also: 2 Dividend Legends to Hold Forever When you think about America’s […]
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This Beloved Fast Food Restaurant Outsells In-N-Out and Chick-Fil-A

Time Out

Fast food has a way of uniting us and dividing us. Sure, fast food is universally beloved, hugely crave-able, and each chain has its own merits and setbacks, but when debating which food is the best of the best, controversy ensues. A new crowd-sourced reader ranking from USA Today lists...

Revealed: the best fast-food burger in the U.S.

After a two-year truce, militant investor Sardar Biglari is mounting another attempt to take control of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. The operator of retro-themed family restaurants revealed Monday that Biglari is seeking five of the seats on Cracker Barrel’s 10-person board of directors. With a proxy already on the board as the result of an earlier effort to appease Biglari, the activist would wield a majority of votes.

Sardar Biglari is trying another run at Cracker Barrel

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Mens Journal

Chili's Big Smasher Burger, which debuted in April as part of the chain's 3 For Me meal deal, has pulled business from McDonald's and seen Chili's sales boom.

Chili’s Big Mac Competitor Pulls Business as McDonald’s Struggles

NewsBreak

Popular Burger Chain Running Out Of Cash And May Go Out Of Business

The fast-casual burger chain BurgerFi is struggling and may have to declare bankruptcy in the near future. The company said in an SEC filing that it...

Popular Burger Chain Running Out Of Cash And May Go Out Of Business

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