Nation's Restaurant News

Nation's Restaurant News (NRN) is a U.S. trade magazine established in 1967 that focuses on the foodservice sector, which includes restaurants, restaurant chains, operations, marketing strategies, and industry events. It is owned by Penton Media, which acquired it from the original publisher, Lebhar-Friedman, in December 2010. NRN is part of the Penton Restaurant Group, alongside its sister publications, Restaurant Hospitality and Food Management.

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Building hospitality into every bite, click, and conversation

3 days ago | nrn.com | Scott Greenberg

I remember attending one of our franchise system’s national conventions when the corporate team announced a new shift in language: from “customer” to “guest.” They rolled out a thoughtful presentation explaining why this change mattered — how the word guest signaled warmth and welcome, and how it better aligned with the kind of experience we were trying to create. The idea made sense. I liked it. Many of us did. But in day-to-day operations, many franchisees didn’t fully embrace it.
How the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation supports industry employees

3 days ago | nrn.com | Sam Oches

Over the years, Nation’s Restaurant News has supported a number of nonprofit organizations that either benefit members of the restaurant industry or actively work through the restaurant industry to benefit others. We believe this work is essential to making our world and our industry a better place.
Starbucks’ dress code, Red Robin’s bottomless burgers, and top chain performance trends

3 days ago | nrn.com | Sam Oches |Alicia Kelso

Plus, an interview with Walk-On’s senior director of culinaryOn this week’s Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss Starbucks’ new uniform policy, which calls for neutral-color clothing that lets the brand’s signature green apron stand out. Employees aren’t happy about the change, but could it be another smart step in the turnaround process kicked off by new CEO Brian Niccol?
Taco Bell nuggets, off-premises popularity, Jollibee growth

6 days ago | nrn.com | Leigh Anne Zinsmeister

Get all the headlines in today's Restaurant Daily podcastTaco Bell is bringing back its popular Crispy Chicken Nuggets, which debuted in December and sold out in less than a week. Keep your eye on Jollibee. Last year, Jollibee grew to more than 100 locations, while sales jumped by nearly 17%. Olympic track and field champion Gabby Thomas shared advice at the Restaurant Leadership Conference in Phoenix on Tuesday, drawing parallels between the restaurant industry and her sport.
Mountain Mike’s Pizza enters 2 new states

6 days ago | nrn.com | Ron Ruggless

Mountain Mike’s Pizza opened nine new restaurants in the first quarter, including its 300th location, and signed deals to enter two new states, Virginia and Tennessee, the company said. The Irvine, Calif.-based family-dining brand, known for its crispy, curly pepperonis and 20-inch pies, said the nine restaurants were in California, Nevada, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.
New items from Chili’s, Taco Bell, and Panera

6 days ago | nrn.com | Bret Thorn

Plus innovation at Baskin-Robbins, Big Buns Damn Good Burgers, Bonefish Grill, Cousins Maine Lobster, Culver’s, Dave’s Hot Chicken, East Coast Wings & Grill, Emmy Squared, HTeaO, Jamba, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Le Macaron French Pastries, Lion’s Choice, Paris Baguette, Portillo’s, Potbelly, Randy’s Donuts, Red Lobster, Smashburger, Starbird, Tacodeli, Tacombi, Tupelo Honey Café, and Velvet TacoWithout context, it could easily be argued that “He is risen” and “he got high” mean the same thing.
California sues to pull plug on Trump tariffs

1 week ago | nrn.com | Mark Hamstra

California Governor Gavin Newsom and California Attorney General Rob Bonta have filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block the President Trump administration’s sweeping tariff program. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, argues that President Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs through the International Economic Emergency Powers Act.
Ford’s Garage plans expansion in Virginia

1 week ago | nrn.com | Ron Ruggless

Ford’s Garage, the burgers and craft beer restaurant, has signed a deal with franchisee FG Nova to expand into the northern part of Virginia, the company said. The Tampa, Fla.-based brand said the development deal calls for at least three new restaurants, likely in the Alexandria, Fairfax, and Woodbridge areas.
How Jamba’s new store design could jump-start smoothie chain’s franchise growth

1 week ago | nrn.com | Sam Oches

Jamba, the smoothie and bowl concept that is one of seven restaurant chains within the GoTo Foods portfolio, recently announced its new “Hello Sunshine” store prototype, designed to make the experience more efficient for guests and operators and to jumpstart franchise growth.
Olympic champion Gabby Thomas draws parallels between restaurant industry, track and field

1 week ago | nrn.com | Leigh Anne Zinsmeister

Olympic track-and-field champion Gabby Thomas on Tuesday shared advice and inspiration at the Restaurant Leadership Conference in Phoenix. “When you’re genuinely leading with passion it’s so worth it and so much fun,” Thomas said of pursuing and balancing a variety of passions, as so many restaurateurs do.