“Bar Rescue” Star and Hospitality Entrepreneur Jon Taffer Launches “Taffer's Tavern” Atlanta, GA (Restaurant News Release) Long known to television audiences for saving bar owners from ruin on seven seasons of Paramount Network's renowned hospitality expert and entrepreneur Jon Taffer is bringing his famed level of standards to his own customers with the opening of the franchise Taffer’s Tavern.

Chem-Dry Grows Amid Pandemic with Signed Agreements to Open 64 New Franchises. As worry mounts about the safety and health of homes and workplaces amid the pandemic – coupled with the start of the peak cold and flu season – residential and commercial cleaning service brands are experiencing unprecedented demand. With prime territories available nationwide, Chem-Dry is an industry-leading brand in a large and growing category.

Dunkin’ offers opening-day coffee deal at ‘next generation restaurant’ in Bethlehem area. Dunkin' offers opening-day coffee deal at 'next generation restaurant' in Bethlehem area “the new next-generation restaurant offers Bethlehem a firsthand look at Dunkin's store of the future experience, with a ...

Here’s what business owners should know about PPP loan deductibility during tax season. The U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service just ruled that PPP loans are not tax deductible. Paycheck Protection Program recipients that “reasonably expect” their loans will be forgiven will not be able to deduct expenses associated with their loan this tax season, whether the business has applied for forgiveness or not, the U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service confirmed on Wednesday.

McDonald's to revitalize Hamburger University under new Chief Learning and Development Officer Former Boeing executive, Bethany Tate Cornell, will help the burger brand modernize the learning experience for restaurants, expand Archways to Opportunity and revitalizing Hamburger University.

Donatos to be in 200 Red Robin Stores by End of Year | QSR ...www.qsrmagazine.com › news ›2 days ago — Today, the two franchises have expanded plans, and Donatos' franchise expansion efforts are continuing to take flight as a result. The pizza offering initially began being tested in 2018 and expanded in 2019 to 25 additional Red Robin locations in Ohio, Arizona and North Carolina. For Donatos, the relationship has expanded its name recognition west of the Mississippi and on the West Coast into cities where the 166-unit chain doesn’t yet have a traditional store presence. Meanwhile, for Red Robin, it means a family friendly menu expansion and a stronger entry into off premise, as well as another way to get more people through its doors.

Maid Green Selects BrandWide to Improve Operations PR Web Soffront announcement: Maid Green Selects Popular Franchise Management Platform to Standardize and Improve Franchise Operations. LAS VEGAS ...Maid Green Made Clean franchise is an environmentally-friendly professional cleaning service established in 2006.

SOME RESTAURANTS ARE DEFYING STATE ORDERS AND KEEPING THEIR DOORS OPEN After months of lockdowns and capacity restrictions, some operators say they have nothing to lose at this point and are willing to take the risk of continuing dine-in service. Courtney Brown, owner of Irish Legend Taproom & Restaurant near Chicago, already lost her biggest sales day of the year, St. Patrick’s Day, due to the earliest days of the coronavirus shutdown. Brown, whose establishment is widely considered to be haunted, wasn’t about to let the pandemic derail her Halloween plans—despite the Illinois governor’s recent order to shut down dining rooms amid surging COVID rates.“If I shut the doors, I’m losing $20,000 to $30,000 anyway,” she said. “I just felt the reward outweighed the risk for me at this time.

California Pizza Kitchen was Just Saved From Bankruptcy. Because the COVID-19 pandemic is far from over, many restaurants still face an uncertain future. While some are currently shutting their doors others like California Pizza Kitchen are starting to make a comeback following an unprecedented year. CPK just announced the completion of a debt-for-equity transaction and the elimination of $220 million of debt only three months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July. With its financial restructuring completed, the company is turning its focus to investing in its digital presence and marketing, expanding its global franchise footprint, continuing to update its menu with healthy pies (like the new BBQ Chicken Pizza), and building upon its off-premise success during the pandemic.

I Heart Mac & Cheese Sues NY Franchisee for Slander Franchise Times The franchisor is suing Elizabeth Torres and her business partner, I Heart Mac & Cheese franchisees who bought two corporate stores in New York. "I The franchisor for I Heart Mac & Cheese is suing its franchisee who purchased corporate stores in Patchogue and Bayside, New York, for slander, libel, defamation and tortious interference in a business relationship as well as loan default. Defendants are Elizabeth Torres and Cory Attardo, who as of September 2020 were behind $30,478 in payments after defaulting on two loans totaling $462,421 for the two stores, the lawsuit claims.

Measuring Success: Marketing Metrics Drive Growth at Junk King. Crissy Russo stepped into her role as senior director of marketing at Junk King about a year ago. Junk King is an eco-friendly junk removal company that recycles up to 60 percent of the items it picks up. Russo was hired in January 2020, along with a new COO and vice president of business development, as the brand brought in seasoned professionals to help take growth to the next level.

Rubio’s files for bankruptcy protection. Monday, the 37-year-old, privately held firm filed paperwork with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware to get out from under the pressure of more than $100 million in liabilities. The filing is part of a pre-negotiated plan with its main lender that, pending court approval, could allow Rubio’s to keep many of its restaurants open.

Dot It Introduces Alcohol To-Go Labels: Dot It Restaurant Fulfillment expands their SecureIt™ tamper-evident label line to include alcohol to-go labels. These specialty alcohol to-go labels safely secure alcoholic beverages and mixed drinks for takeout and delivery orders in accordance with state alcohol laws. The alcohol to-go labels are ideal for transport and are designed with cuts in them that will tear if tampered with.

Famous Toastery Launches ‘Superheroes in Scrubs’ Promotion To Pay It Forward to First Responders.Charlotte, NC (RestaurantNews.com) Famous Toastery, a breakfast and lunch franchise brand with nearly 30 locations throughout the Southeast, has constantly been looking for ways to both thrive and give back to their location’s communities. Instead of a traditional discount or buy-one-get-one-free offerings, Famous Toastery’s Superheroes in Scrubs initiative allows guests to provide health care workers and first responders a complimentary meal by using the code “THANKFUL” upon checkout through the brand’s new online ordering platform.

OPES reports BurgerFi’s preliminary Q3 revenue of $9 million-$9.2 million. OPES Acquisition Corp. says BurgerFi International LLC, which it has targeted for taking public, expects revenue for the third quarter ended Sept. 30 to be in the range of $9 million to $9.2 million, the company said Tuesday.Miami-based OPES, a special purpose acquisition company, and Palm Beach, Fla.-based BurgerFi in June agreed to a $100 million deal to take the better-burger to the public markets.

Wendy's Considers Bid for NPC's Bankrupt Stores QSR magazine. NPC, Wendy's largest franchisee, operates 393 units across eight markets. ... a “consortium bid together with a group of pre-qualified franchisees.Wendy’s is considering submitting a bid to acquire restaurants from the bankrupt NPC International, according to an SEC filing. NPC, Wendy’s largest franchisee, operates 393 units across eight markets. The fast-food chain said it’s actively participating in the court proceedings and continuing to evaluate strategic alternatives, including a “consortium bid together with a group of pre-qualified franchisees.”

Dunkin’ offers opening-day coffee deal at ‘next generation restaurant’ in Bethlehem area. Dunkin' offers opening-day coffee deal at 'next generation restaurant' in Bethlehem area “the new next-generation restaurant offers Bethlehem a firsthand look at Dunkin's store of the future experience, with a ...

Franchise Group, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement to acquire FFO Home, a furniture retailer with 31 stores in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri and Oklahoma, subject to a process under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.As part of the agreement, FFO has filed voluntary petitions for Chapter 11 relief in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware FFO will continue normal business operations throughout the sale process until the Transaction closes.

Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. Announces CFO Transition StreetInsider.com BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: RUTH) today ... with over 1,300 studios located throughout the US and internationally. Ms. Chipman will succeed Arne Haak, who will be stepping down from the role. Mr. Haak will remain with Ruth’s Hospitality Group as a strategic advisor through early 2021 to facilitate a seamless transition.Ms. Chipman will succeed Arne Haak, who will be stepping down from the role. Mr. Haak will remain with Ruth’s Hospitality Group as a strategic advisor through early 2021 to facilitate a seamless transition.

Delivery Hero's Quarterly Orders, Sales Double as Demand Surges BNN (Bloomberg) -- Delivery Hero SE said order numbers and revenue ... third quarter as the Covid-19 pandemic drove demand for food-delivery companies. ... Delivery Hero to Buy Mideast Grocery Service InstaShop; Delivery Hero to The company narrowed its full-year revenue guidance to 2.7 billion euros to 2.8 billion euros ($3.2 billion to $3.3 billion), raising the low end from 2.6 billion euros previously.Delivery Hero still expects its bid for control of South Korea’s biggest food delivery app, Woowa Brothers Corp., to get regulatory approval this year

Corner Bakery Cafe sells to Boston Market owner Pandya Affiliates of Roark Capital had held fast-casual brand since 2011. Affiliates of Roark Capital Group have sold the Dallas-based Corner Bakery Cafe brand to Pandya Restaurant Growth Brands LLC, the companies said Thursday. The fast-casual cafe brand had been held been a Roark subsidiary since 2011. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Panera Bread franchisee tests beer and wine sales in 5 locations. Pan American Group — a Flynn Restaurant Group subsidiary — is testing out beer and wine at five of its franchised Panera Bread stores in the Kansas City area, the company announced Monday. The alcohol test is part of the introduction of the Panera Tonight: Beer, Wine & Dine program that premiered exclusively at the five Pan American franchised stores on Oct. 28, which coincided with the nationwide launch of Panera’s new flatbread

Cheesy Street Grill satisfies comfort-food cravings. THE LOCALE The third Cheesy Street Grill location (and its first franchise) opened in Wellesley in mid-September in the new sports complex on Route 9 east near the Natick line.

Franchisor 101: Court Remediates Damage to Restoration Franchisor. A federal court in Nashville granted summary judgment on breach of contract claims in favor of a damage restoration franchisor’s lawsuit with a former California franchisee. A Servpro franchisee had a territory in Los Angeles. Servpro terminated the franchise agreement due to customer complaints, including price gouging, overbilling, excessive demolition, charges for work not performed and intimidation. The franchisee continued its business practices even after being notified of the complaints. The franchisor sued the franchisee for violating post-term obligations, including failure to transfer client phone numbers, social media accounts and confidential company information to Servpro, and continued use of Servpro’s trademark on a van. The franchisee countersued.

Pet Valu going out of business, closing all stores Chain Store Age The specialty retailer of pet food and supplies will close all its 358 stores and warehouses in the U.S., as well as its corporate office in Wayne, Pa., with The specialty retailer of pet food and supplies will close all its 358 stores and warehouses in the U.S., as well as its corporate office in Wayne, Pa., with going-out-of-business sales to start in the coming days. Effective immediately, Pet Valu’s U.S. e-commerce site will no longer accept orders.

The Federal Reserve Board today adjusted the terms of the Main Street Lending Program — a $600 billion lending plan designed to reach small and mid-size businesses hit by the COVID-19 pandemic — amid waning prospects of another round of federal stimulus aid in the next few weeks.

Robert Zarco: How To Evaluate A Franchise Opportunity Haute Living The following are key considerations to make before buying a franchise and becoming a franchisee. Will this franchise work for your defined market?

Another Growth-Ready Chicken Franchise Enters the Ring Louisiana-based Southern Classic Chicken wants to grow close to home at first. Tom O’Keefe and Nick Binnings have been around the restaurant block a few times.The two industry veterans have more than 50 years of combined experience when it comes to restaurant operations and franchising. Binnings’ resume includes a stint as vice president of brand development of Another Broken Egg Café, when the brand grew from 15 to 62 units. O’Keefe has past stops at Popeyes, Church’s Chicken, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and Smoothie King.The duo has now taken their talents to Southern Classic Chicken

Ex-Smoothie King, Broken Egg execs lead Southern Classic Chicken's franchising effort QSRweb.com With a simple, value-based menu of much-loved homestyle fried chicken, Southern Classic Chicken is starting to franchise with two longtime Director of Brand Development Nick Binnings and Managing Director Tom O'Keefe. Binnings was most recently the vice president of brand development for Another Broken Egg Café, where he helped grow the concept from 15 to 62 units before an exit to private equity.

Delivery Chicken Wing Franchise Wing Zone Continues to Crush Sales Records in 2020. “While restaurants were battling through a crisis, trying to figure out how to maintain sales and get their products delivered to their customers, we had an advantage in that our model was born and built for off-premise,” said Friedman. “Our franchisees benefited from us not having to rely on the Grubhubs and Door Dashes taking a percent of sales. Our customers benefited from knowing their food was coming straight from kitchen to customer.” Being in the direct delivery business for 25-plus years has helped propel the brand’s sales, Friedman said, noting that the brand’s packaging, handling and delivery of quality products has surpassed the expectations of consumers, especially those used to their food coming from third party.