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Today in Food Commerce: Taco Bell Faces Supply Chain Challenges; Subway Redesigns Catering Program
June 01, 2022

Today in food commerce, Taco Bell runs out of Mexican Pizza ingredients, and Subway rethinks its catering business. Plus, Finnish delivery kitchen startup Huuva raises funds. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Restaurant Roundup: DoorDash Expands to New Zealand; Robotics Take Over Hotel Eateries
May 27, 2022

While some food delivery aggregators are well on their way to global availability, United States category leader DoorDash has been relatively slow to expand to new countries. The San Francisco-based company has been focused on its offerings in its home country and in Canada, Australia,...

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Restaurant Roundup: Burger King, Wingstop Revive Chicken Sandwich Wars; Grubhub Free Lunch Promo Goes Awry
May 20, 2022

It would appear the chicken sandwich wars are not over yet. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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Restaurant Roundup: Jersey Mike’s Trials Drone Delivery; Grubhub Promises New Yorkers Free Lunch
May 13, 2022

Sandwich chain Jersey Mike’s Subs is taking its delivery routes to the skyways. The Manasquan, New Jersey-based chain announced Thursday (May 12) that it is partnering with drone delivery company Flytrex to launch five-minute backyard delivery in Holly Springs, North Carolina. Get the Full Story...

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Restaurant Roundup: Panera Expands Its Beverage Subscription; Outback Launches Catering
April 22, 2022

Panera Bread is growing its subscription offerings to include more than just consumers’ daily caffeine fix. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

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Restaurant Roundup: DoorDash Woos Gen Z; Panera Bread Leverages Automation
April 15, 2022

DoorDash is making a play to secure the loyalty of young consumers early. The delivery aggregator announced Monday (April 11) the launch of DashPass for Students, a lower-cost version of its membership program created for college students. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Restaurant Roundup: Restaurant Automation Takes Over Subway Stations, Sidewalks
April 08, 2022

A robotic ramen vending machine is coming to Japan’s airports and train stations. Silicon Valley-based technology company Yo-Kai Express announced Friday (April 8) the launch of three autonomous ramen bowl machines in Japan: one at Haneda Airport, one in Tokyo Station and one in a...

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Restaurant Roundup: Chipotle Tries out RFID Technology; Major FSRs Appeal to Inflation Anxieties
April 01, 2022

As food costs rise, it is becoming more important than ever for restaurants to keep careful track of their inventory, identifying and eliminating waste. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Restaurant Roundup: Sweetgreen to Open Drive-Thru Location; McDonald’s Drives Mobile Orders With in-App Exclusives
March 25, 2022

Since the start of the pandemic, restaurants that never thought they would open drive-thru locations have been changing course in response to widespread demand for the channel. Fast-casual burger brand Shake Shack and pretzel chain Auntie Anne’s are among those that have made moves into...