Julie Littman

Traffic could build in the U.S. with the second-quarter launch of an Under $3 Menu and beverage expansion.

The company more than doubled its new unit count during the first quarter, driven by dual-branded openings, relocations and single-concept openings at Applebee’s and IHOP.

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As the burger chain expanded outside of Texas, it didn’t always bring its iconic A-frame design with it, but its newest restaurants are about to fix that.

The fast casual chain posted the strongest comparable sales results of the segment, while Sweetgreen and Wingstop faced steep declines.

Elevation Burger and Hot Dog on the Stick will go to different owners in cash transactions, while Twin Peaks and the remaining Fat restaurant concepts will be sold in debt sales to two entities.

Merchant cash advance loans can provide quick funding for cash shortfalls for operators, but they can be costly in the long run, Coastal Debt Resolve’s Nathan Mor said.

To stay financially healthy, it’s key for operators to know how to discern a trustworthy capital partner from a predatory one, writes Christopher Cornella, vice president of business development at US Professional Funding and US Medical Funding.

The McDonald’s > NEXT plan focuses on improving food quality and taste, customer experiences, restaurant interiors and hospitality.

The McDonald’s > NEXT plan aims to improve the experience with automated ordering tests, hospitality improvements, and new tools for on-boarding and training.