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Restaurant innovation
Skechers Joins Brands Launching Restaurants to Build Consumer Connections
September 20, 2023

At a Skechers location in Gardena, Calif., shoppers can buy not only shoes, but also a burger and fries — the latest instance of a non-food company opening up a restaurant to build brand loyalty. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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37% of Consumers Say Cost a Factor in Buying Ready-to-Eat Meals Over Takeout
September 07, 2023

With the advent of remote work, limited time and the increasing demand for convenience, ready-to-eat meals have experienced a surge in popularity among consumers.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Disney Leverages Restaurants to Draw Consumers Back to Parks
September 06, 2023

In an effort to combat the challenges that economic pressures have posed for Disney’s U.S. resorts, the media giant is looking to its restaurant offerings to entice consumers back for the holiday season.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Restaurants Harness Ghost Kitchen Learnings to Boost Omnichannel Performance
August 30, 2023

Restaurant chain Dog Haus has become the latest brand to tap expertise from the ghost kitchen world to give the brand the competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving restaurant industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Smucker’s Aims to Gain Share From Coffee Shop QSRs With at-Home Alternatives
August 29, 2023

As consumers look for more affordable alternatives to their day-to-day small luxuries, The J.M. Smucker Company is stepping up its at-home coffee offerings, providing lower-priced alternatives to coffee shops. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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When Restaurant Customers Want Control Over Timing, They Choose Pickup
August 28, 2023

For consumers with busy schedules who need a high degree of control over when they get their meals, restaurant pickup proves a more convenient solution than delivery. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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IHOP Taps AI as Restaurants Race to Personalize Recommendations
August 24, 2023

IHOP will become the first restaurant to leverage Google Cloud’s Recommendations AI for digital ordering, as across the industry, eateries compete to offer the most personalized customer experience. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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More Restaurants Add Designated Pickup Areas as Consumers Shift to Carryout
August 22, 2023

With inflation concerns prompting many consumers to choose restaurant pickup over delivery, more eateries are creating spaces in their restaurants to accommodate this shift. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Wow Bao CEO Taps Grocery to Spread Brand Familiarity
August 21, 2023

As many restaurant chains move into grocery aisles amid consumers’ shift toward food at home, Asian street food chain Wow Bao is leveraging consumer packaged goods (CPG) to not only open up a new revenue stream but also to generate familiarity for its offerings. Get the Full Story...