South Beach Wine & Food Festival: February 19-22, 2026

MIAbites 1/28 6:01A MIAbites Team

Ah, February in Miami! As Miami gets ready for the Miami International Boat Show February 11-15 followed a few days later by the South Beach Wine and Food Festival February 19th -22, MIAbites is...

Noble Chicken Becomes Exclusive Food Partner at Oakley Greens, Marking First Major Partnership for...

Restaurant News 1/27 6:16A RestaurantNews.com

Noble Chicken will elevate and upgrade the food program at the popular all-seasons Cincinnati destination as operations began on January 13th, 2026. Cincinnati, OH  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Noble Chicken , the bold fast-casual concept created by...

BIGGBY COFFEE Teams Up With TWIX for Limited-Time Salted Caramel Drinks

Restaurant News 1/27 5:31A RestaurantNews.com

The seasonal Salted Caramel lineup features TWIX® candy toppings and coincides with a winter spotlight on BIGGBY® COFFEE’s hot chocolate menu, available through Feb. 25. East Lansing, MI  ( RestaurantNews.com )   BIGGBY® COFFEE , the...

Las’ Lap: James Beard winner Kwame Onwuachi opens on Miami Beach

MIAbites 1/27 3:22A Ellen Bowen

Without a lot of fanfare, acclaimed chef and James Beard winning Rising Star Chef Kwame Onwuachi(and 2026 Outstanding Chef semifinalist), known for his NYC Lincoln Center restaurant, Tatiana, has...

Krispy Kreme Returns Fan Favorite Chocomania Collection, Featuring All-New Doughnuts Glazed with...

Restaurant News 1/27 1:24A RestaurantNews.com

Doughnuts will be available Jan. 27 through Feb. 1 Charlotte, NC  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Chocomania is returning to Krispy Kreme ® and it’s “gone glazed” – four new doughnuts each glazed with delicious HERSHEY’S chocolate. Available at...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Ranked No. 366 on Entrepreneur’s 47th Annual Franchise 500

Restaurant News 1/27 1:20A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise earned a spot on the prestigious list following a year of record-breaking growth and franchisee success. Frisco, TX  ( RestaurantNews.com )   Layne s Chicken Fingers , the Texas “Born and Breaded”...

Applebee’s Offers Football Fans 20 Free Boneless Wings on Super Bowl Sunday

Restaurant News 1/27 1:15A RestaurantNews.com

On Sunday, February 8, guests can receive 20 FREE Boneless Wings with any $40 online order for Super Bowl LX Pasadena, CA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Applebee’s , the Official Grill + Bar Sponsor of the National Football League, is making sure every...

New Restaurant Menu Offerings from la Madeleine, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Red Robin, and More!

Restaurant News 1/27 1:10A RestaurantNews.com

Here s what s On The Menu at la Madeleine, Jersey Mike s Subs, Red Robin, Kura Sushi USA, Happy Joe s Pizza & Ice Cream, Mountain Mike s Pizza, Polly s Pies, Dickey s Barbecue Pit, Red Lobster, Tocaya, and Ruby Slipper.   la Madeleine Brings Back...

Restaurant Franchise News from Paris Baguette, Sloan’s Ice Cream, JINYA Ramen Bar, and More!

Restaurant News 1/27 1:07A RestaurantNews.com

Checking out restaurant franchises? Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Paris Baguette, Sloan s Ice Cream, JINYA Ramen Bar, Moxies, Nick the Greek, and Houston TX Hot Chicken.   Paris Baguette Hits Record 77 Café Openings in...

Huddle House Brings In MVP Lineup and NEW Waffle Wedge Dessert

Restaurant News 1/26 11:43P RestaurantNews.com

MVP Waffle Tacos The limited-time MVP menu returns January 27 and will be available through April Atlanta, GA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Huddle House , the neighborhood gathering place that brings friends and family together over delicious food...

California Restaurant Foundation Delivers Statewide Support and Long-Term Investment in Landmark...

Restaurant News 1/26 11:34P RestaurantNews.com

Millions in Direct Assistance, Small Business Support and Workforce Investment Reinforce CRF s Commitment to California’s Food & Beverage Community Sacramento, CA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF) , a nonprofit...

VIVA CHICKEN Listens, Responds to Guests’ Requests, and Brings Back Its Popular Sopa Verde as Its...

Restaurant News 1/26 4:28A RestaurantNews.com

Fully Capable and Delicious on its Own, Sopa Verde Can Also Be Paired with Viva s Unique Take on Caesar Salad for an Unforgettable Meal Full of Flavor, Intention and Peruvian Tradition Charlotte, NC  ( RestaurantNews.com )  At Viva Chicken , gone...

New Research Reveals How QSR and Fast Casual Restaurant Brands Win on Speed, Spend and...

Restaurant News 1/26 2:58A RestaurantNews.com

( RestaurantNews.com )  Starfleet Research has announced the release of The Restaurant Optimization Playbook: How to Achieve Peak Performance and Profitability in 2026 and Beyond , a new research-driven eBook based on a global study of more than...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Doubles Footprint, Welcomes 10 New Franchisees to the System in 2025 as It...

Restaurant News 1/26 1:21A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise grew its footprint by 110%, reaching the 40-unit mark, drove higher average unit volumes and continued developing elite franchisee support structures. Frisco, TX  ( RestaurantNews.com )   Layne s...

Newk’s Eatery Caps 2025 with 10 Franchise Deals, Five New Locations and Key Leadership Hire

Restaurant News 1/26 1:16A RestaurantNews.com

CEO Frank Paci highlights strategic media investment, loyalty growth, operational upgrades and the return of CDO Chris Cheek as catalysts for Newk s next phase of growth. Jackson, MS  ( RestaurantNews.com )   Newk’s Eatery , the 97-unit...