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Cocos and carrows

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What happened to these chains?
It seems like the number of stores has plummeted it was 200+ per restaurant in the year 2000 and there are only 4...
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Shake Shack already closing stores?

Last post by Alpha8472 « Today, 2:34 pm
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by ClownLoach » August 28th, 2024, 6:25 pm
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Shake Shack has announced they're closing 9 locations, mostly in California. Some of these are very new stores.
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Today, 2:34 pm
Sizzler Rebrand as a SoCal Regional Chain

Last post by storewanderer « Yesterday, 12:52 am
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by ClownLoach » September 4th, 2024, 2:04 pm
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Sizzler is rebranding themselves by embracing their mid-century past, with retro decor, cartoon characters and very bright red restaurants. Since...
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Pinkbox expands beyond Las Vegas

Last post by storewanderer « September 10th, 2024, 12:54 am
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by SamSpade » September 9th, 2024, 9:59 am

I keep joking that all our western cities are starting to look the same no matter where you go...
The Wasatch Front is scheduled to see some Pinkbox...

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September 10th, 2024, 12:54 am
Wendy's SpongeBob Krabby Patties & Pineapple Frosty

Last post by storewanderer « September 9th, 2024, 12:01 am
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by Alpha8472 » September 4th, 2024, 8:51 pm

Wendy's is coming out with a Krabby Patty burger inspired by SpongeBob on October 8. There will also be a Pineapple Under The Sea Frosty.

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September 9th, 2024, 12:01 am
Shari's operations

Last post by Retailuser « September 6th, 2024, 3:06 pm
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by Super S » April 8th, 2023, 10:04 pm
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I ate at Shari's in Kelso, WA tonight for the first time in a while, and got some mixed signals.

The good: Coffee was excellent. Food was good for...
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September 6th, 2024, 3:06 pm
Seafood supplier facing criminal charges for selling imported trash fish as premium product

Last post by Brian Lutz « September 4th, 2024, 11:36 am

by Brian Lutz » September 4th, 2024, 11:36 am

For over 17 years now QPS (Quality Poultry and Seafood), a major supplier of seafood to restaurants along the US Gulf Coast, has been importing low...

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September 4th, 2024, 11:36 am
Taco Bell Mountain Dew Baja Blast Gelato

Last post by Alpha8472 « September 4th, 2024, 12:54 am

by Alpha8472 » September 4th, 2024, 12:54 am

Taco Bell is serving Mountain Dew Baja Blast flavored Gelato in 3.6 ounce single serve cups.

I suppose it is less labor than having an ice cream...

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September 4th, 2024, 12:54 am
Wendy's $1 Small Frosty Until September 15

Last post by Alpha8472 « September 4th, 2024, 12:08 am
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by Alpha8472 » August 10th, 2024, 2:09 pm

Perhaps the triple berry frosty was not selling? I also got an email saying the triple berry frosty is going away soon.

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September 4th, 2024, 12:08 am
Jamba Juice Blended Coffee Drinks

Last post by ClownLoach « September 3rd, 2024, 8:30 am
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by Alpha8472 » September 1st, 2024, 8:30 am

Jamba Juice is now offering blended coffee drinks made with instant coffee. The company cites the trend of Gen Z and Millennial customers wanting...

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September 3rd, 2024, 8:30 am
Habit Burger & Grill

Last post by storewanderer « September 1st, 2024, 1:38 am
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by Alpha8472 » September 1st, 2024, 1:25 am

I just got an email saying Habit Burger has changed its name to Habit Burger & Grill emphasizing they sell more than burgers including salads and...

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September 1st, 2024, 1:38 am
Legendary LA Deli Langer's May Close

Last post by ClownLoach « August 29th, 2024, 6:50 am
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by ClownLoach » August 28th, 2024, 6:32 pm

Langer's is a classic LA deli that unfortunately is across the street from the most dangerous place in California, MacArthur park. Yes it is worse...

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August 29th, 2024, 6:50 am
25 KFC Locations Abruptly Close

Last post by reymann « August 27th, 2024, 6:09 am
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by Alpha8472 » August 21st, 2024, 10:18 pm
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Twenty-five KFC locations spread across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin abruptly closed.
They were all owned by franchisee EYM. The KFC stores will...
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August 27th, 2024, 6:09 am
Chick-fil-a New Elevated Restaurant

Last post by storewanderer « August 24th, 2024, 1:15 am
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by Alpha8472 » August 22nd, 2024, 8:26 pm

This new prototype has an elevated kitchen with 4 drive-thru lanes. Two lanes are for mobile pickup.

The food will be moved via a meal transport...

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August 24th, 2024, 1:15 am
23 Subway locations in Oregon and Washington close suddenly

Last post by storewanderer « August 23rd, 2024, 8:47 am
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by Super S » August 16th, 2024, 10:27 pm
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Supposedly the franchise owner's bank account was hacked and the account was wiped out, leaving them unable to pay suppliers.
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August 23rd, 2024, 8:47 am
Olive Garden Neverending Pasta Bowl

Last post by Alpha8472 « August 22nd, 2024, 11:23 am

by Alpha8472 » August 22nd, 2024, 11:23 am

The Neverending Pasta Bowl is back August 26, but some locations are giving it away now if you show the promotional email.

You also get unlimited...

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August 22nd, 2024, 11:23 am
Mcdonald's New Collector's Meal

Last post by storewanderer « August 21st, 2024, 7:34 am
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by Alpha8472 » August 8th, 2024, 1:05 am

On August 13, McDonald's will debut a new Collector's Meal featuring collectible cups.

I found some old glass fast food cups from decades ago that...

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August 21st, 2024, 7:34 am
Steak and Shake closing 57 locations

Last post by storewanderer « August 20th, 2024, 4:48 pm
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by Brian Lutz » May 12th, 2020, 1:24 pm
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Steak and Shake is closing 51 corporate owned and 6 franchise locations due to impacts from COVID-19. This leaves 553 locations.
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August 20th, 2024, 4:48 pm
Banda Burrito Operating Out of Denny's

Last post by ClownLoach « August 18th, 2024, 8:09 pm
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by Alpha8472 » August 18th, 2024, 2:02 pm

Banda Burrito is a 24 hour Mexican restaurant operating out of Denny's restaurants. You order online and you can pick up at Denny's or get delivery....

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August 18th, 2024, 8:09 pm
CA Fast Food Closures Due to $20 Wage/Fast Food Council

Last post by ClownLoach « August 16th, 2024, 7:58 am
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by storewanderer » April 4th, 2024, 12:26 am
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It will be interesting to see how this shakes out.

Questionable what the cause of this is since it is a string of locations many outside CA. Not...
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August 16th, 2024, 7:58 am
Taco Bell Bring Back 5 Favorite Items

Last post by ClownLoach « August 15th, 2024, 2:53 pm
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by Alpha8472 » August 14th, 2024, 6:27 pm

The caramel apple empanada is one of the 5 fan favorites that is coming back

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August 15th, 2024, 2:53 pm
Buffalo Wild Wings Giving Away 10 Free Boneless Wings 8/15

Last post by Alpha8472 « August 14th, 2024, 7:36 pm

by Alpha8472 » August 14th, 2024, 7:36 pm

To promote the new film about the multi-billion dollar Grand Lottery, the restaurant is giving away 10 free boneless wings if you order $15 worth of...

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August 14th, 2024, 7:36 pm
Starbucks CEO Fired, Chipotle CEO Taking Over

Last post by ClownLoach « August 14th, 2024, 12:41 pm
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by ClownLoach » August 13th, 2024, 7:20 am

Even though the new CEO basically just started on the job, he has been let go effective immediately. Brian Niccol from Chipotle will take over...

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August 14th, 2024, 12:41 pm
Starbucks Discontinues Value Meals

Last post by ClownLoach « August 14th, 2024, 12:21 pm
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by Alpha8472 » August 10th, 2024, 2:02 pm
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At a time when fast food chains are adding value meals, Starbucks has discontinued its value meals. You could get a $5 or 6 pairing: Hot or iced...
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August 14th, 2024, 12:21 pm
Hardees 5.99 bag

Last post by storewanderer « August 13th, 2024, 10:59 pm

by storewanderer » August 13th, 2024, 10:59 pm

This offer is 5.99 (appear to be 6.99 in some places) and has

Small Fry
Small Drink
Choice of 2:
1pc Chicken Tender Wrap
Double Cheeseburger
Hot...

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August 13th, 2024, 10:59 pm

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