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Holiday Dinner Mix-Up at Jean-Georges

December 23, 2024

Picture this: you’re excited to book a fancy Christmas dinner at Jean-Georges. You spot a special holiday menu online at a great price. But after confirming your reservation, you get an email with regular, higher prices. The restaurant says it’s a mistake, but you still feel tricked. Now, with every

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Oysters and a Virus: A Food Event Gone Wrong

December 22, 2024

Imagine this: you're at a fancy food event in LA, rubbing shoulders with the city's top chefs. You enjoy some raw oysters, and life is good. But then, about 12 to 48 hours later, you’re hit with a nasty stomach bug. Unfortunately, this wasn’t just a case of bad luck for around 80 people who attended

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Health Checks: Two Eateries Shut Down Due to Cockroach Invasion

December 20, 2024

Imagine walking into your favorite pizzeria or Chinese food buffet only to find it swarming with cockroaches. That's what happened to two restaurants in town recently. During routine health inspections, these eateries were found to have live and dead cockroaches crawling around. Yuck! This isn't jus

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Rochester's Downtown to Get a New Sports Bar: Lucky's Arrives

December 10, 2024

There's a new player in Rochester, Minnesota's downtown restaurant scene. It's not just any eatery, but a sports bar called Lucky's, set to revamp the former 507 Public House spot. Known for its variety of restaurants, Rochester might just find a new favorite with Lucky's. The old 'Half Barrel' venu

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The Chi-Chi's Comeback: Will Michigan See the Return of This Mexican Favorite?

December 6, 2024

After a 20-year break, Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurants are set to reopen in 2025. This resurrection is thanks to a deal between Michael McDermott, the son of Chi-Chi's founder Marno McDermott, and Hormel Foods, who owns the Chi-Chi's trademarks. Michael, who has experience with Kona Grill and Rojo Mex

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Chipotle Boosts Prices Amid Rising Food Costs

December 5, 2024

Chipotle recently announced a 2% increase in menu prices across the country. This decision comes as a response to higher costs of key ingredients like dairy, beef, and avocados. The move aims to counter the effects of inflation, which has been especially tough on restaurants. Despite the price hike,

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Restaurants Look Ahead After a Rough Year

November 17, 2024

The restaurant industry is eagerly awaiting 2025 after a challenging 2024. Kate Jaspon, the CFO of Dunkin' parent company Inspire Brands, expressed her hopes for the new year at a recent conference in Las Vegas. The industry has faced multiple setbacks, with bankruptcy filings up by over 50% compare

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New Eatery by Fiesta Shows Coming to Salem in 2025!

November 5, 2024

Ever wanted to enjoy a meal and drinks in a lively setting while in Salem? The Dean family, who brings the excitement of Fiesta Shows to your local carnivals and fairs, has a new plan. They’re set to open an unnamed restaurant and event space right in the Riverwalk area on Derby Street. The spot wil

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TGI Fridays’ Bankruptcy: A Struggle for Survival

November 2, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, TGI Fridays, the iconic restaurant chain, has filed for bankruptcy protection. This move comes after the company faced a series of setbacks, including the closure of numerous branches across the United States. The primary cause for this financial struggle, according t

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Why TGI Fridays is Seeking Bankruptcy Help

November 2, 2024

The iconic restaurant chain TGI Fridays has sought bankruptcy protection. This move comes after the company faced significant financial struggles due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its capital structure. The Dallas-based chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a Texas federal court on Saturday. The