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Golden Corral Serving Up All You Can Eat Wings Special
Golden Corral is expanding its dinner buffet to include unlimited bone-in and boneless chicken wings. The promotion is available now at participating restaurants after 4 p.m. on weekdays and during regular weekend dinner hours, although prices and schedules may vary by location. Golden Corral says the promotion is to "close out summer," but did not give a specific end date. The Raleigh, North Carolina-based chain said the seasonal feature brings back its traditional Buffalo-sauced bone-in wings and introduces hand-breaded boneless pieces served plain so diners can add Sweet Chili, Garlic P…
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Subway Hires Former Burger King Executive As CEO To Revitalize Sandwich Chain
The nation's largest fast-food chain has picked a former Burger King executive as its new CEO. Jonathan Fitzpatrick will become Subway's chief executive on Monday, July 28, the sandwich company announced in a news release on Monday, July 21. He'll take the role left by John Chidsey, who retired in late 2024 after leading Subway through a $9.6 billion sale to Roark Capital and overseeing several years of steep US restaurant closings. Fitzpatrick was most recently the CEO and president of Driven Brands, an automotive services provider also owned by Roark. "I'm honored to lead this …
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Major Auto Repair Chains Complete Massive Merger: What To Know
A major merger in the auto repair industry is out of the shop and complete. Mavis Tire has finalized its acquisition of Midas from TBC Corporation, the company announced on Monday, June 16. The purchase boosts Mavis Tire's retail network to more than 3,500 stores across the US and Canada. Midas will keep its name and continue operating from its headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. is based in White Plains, New York. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. "We are excited to officially welcome Midas to the Mavis family," …
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Trendy Hot Chicken Chain Started In Parking Lot Sold After Passing $600M Sales Mark
A private equity giant is buying a hot chicken restaurant chain that grew from a parking lot to an international brand that's very popular on TikTok. Roark Capital has purchased a majority stake in Dave's Hot Chicken, the restaurant said in a news release on Monday, June 2. Dave's said the sale will help the Los Angeles-based chain grow to more than 400 restaurants worldwide by the end of 2025. The company said it'll remain committed to delivering an "exceptional experience" for customers, employees, and franchise partners. "This is one of the great entrepreneurial journeys …
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Wayback Burgers Fires Up Gooey ‘Cheeeesy’ Burgers, Loaded Fries At New Virginia Mall Spot
Burgers. Shakes. Fries. Repeat. Wayback Burgers is getting ready to flip its first patties in Newport News as the popular burger chain opens its third Virginia location on Friday, May 9, inside Patrick Henry Mall. The new eatery — located at 12300 Jefferson Ave — brings 25 new jobs to the city and marks another step in the brand’s sizzling expansion along the East Coast. "Featuring a dedicated order counter and access to shared seating, this location is designed for quick, satisfying meals in a vibrant food court environment—perfect for guests on the go or those looking to enjoy a ca…
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Dunkin’ Opens High-Tech ‘Next Gen’ Restaurant In Maryland With Cold Brew On Tap
Coffee and donut lovers in Maryland will soon have a new reason to "run on Dunkin’" with the grand opening of its Next Generation restaurant in Montgomery County. The new business is scheduled to host a grand opening celebration on Thursday, April 24, complete with discounted coffee at 8500 Connecticut Ave. in Chevy Chase. The 1,500-square-foot restaurant now employs 12 crew members and is open daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. and will be operated by local franchisee Jesse Luis, who will also be on hand for the celebration on Thursday morning. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is expected to be h…
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Hooters Files For Bankruptcy, Joining Wave Of Struggling Restaurant Chains
Hooters, the restaurant famous for chicken wings and waitresses with skimpy outfits, is the latest national chain to file for bankruptcy. Hooters of America officially announced the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a news release on Monday, Mar. 31. The Atlanta-based company filed for bankruptcy in a Texas federal court as part of a plan to sell off its corporate-owned locations and shift to a franchise-only model. The company said the move comes with "near unanimous support from key stakeholders" and aims to streamline operations while keeping all restaurants open during the restructuring p…
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Hawaiian Treats, 'Bad Ass' Vibes Coming To New VA Coffee Shop
Arlington is getting a taste of Hawaii with a new coffee shop set to open. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii will open its newest location in Arlington on Tuesday, Feb. 25. The shop will be located at 3701 North Fairfax Drive, about a block away from Quincy Park. Known for its premium Hawaiian coffee and island-inspired menu, the new shop will be the second location for local entrepreneurs Michelle and Richard Lee, who first launched in Alexandria. Their first shop quickly gained a following, and now, they're bringing another dose of Kona-grown caffeine to Northern Virginia. The Lees, bot…
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McDonald's Launching Revamped Value Menu In New Year: Here's When
McDonald’s will ring in the new year by serving more for less. The fast food giant will unveil its new “McValue” menu nationwide starting on Tuesday, Jan. 7. McValue will include current fan-favorites, like the $5 Meal Deal, and a new “Buy One, Add One for $1” offer, allowing customers to mix and match their order. Breakfast options include classics like the sausage McMuffin and hash browns, while lunch offerings feature the 6-piece chicken McNuggets and double cheeseburger. McDonald’s is also extending through next summer its $5 Meal Deal, a combination of a McDouble or McChicken sandwi…
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TGI Fridays Files For Bankruptcy Weeks After Sudden Closures Of At Least 12 Restaurants
Casual dining chain TGI Fridays has filed for bankruptcy several weeks after at least 12 of its restaurants suddenly closed. The company filed the Chapter 11 petition on Saturday, Nov. 2, in Texas, near its Dallas headquarters. Founded in New York City in 1965, TGI Fridays has 95 restaurants in the US, 39 of which the company owns and operates. The other 56 are independent franchises not involved in the bankruptcy petition. The company said that all those locations will remain open. According to the TGI Fridays website and other reports, the following locations are now listed as permanent…
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