McDonald's to temporarily close 850 restaurants in Russia
McDonald’s said Tuesday it is temporarily closing all of its 850 restaurants in Russia in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.
McDonald's, PepsiCo urged to cease Russia operations by NY pension fund
Estee Lauder, Mondelez International, Kimberly-Clark Corp., & Coty Inc. have also received letters
U.S. bar owners replacing Moscow Mules with Kyiv Mules
"We're just trying to raise awareness, and to let people know, we're in support [of Ukraine]," one bar owner said.
To-go alcohol from NY bars and restaurants would be permanent in Hochul plan
New Yorkers could again buy takeout cocktails at restaurants and bars under a proposal Gov. Kathy Hochul boosted Wednesday.
Revamped James Beard Awards seek to recognize diverse culinary innovators
The James Beard Awards were on hiatus for two years while the foundation audited and revised its policies and procedures. The prestigious awards are now back with the goal of having broader horizons.
NYC proof of vaccination rule for restaurants, gyms ends March 7
Starting Monday, March 7, you will no longer be required to show proof of COVID vaccination when you go to a restaurant, bar, gym, or entertainment venue.
Underground railroad went through NJ restaurant
In the basement of the Bloomfield Steak and Seafood House in Bloomfield, NJ there is something truly remarkable. Deep in the cellar, it is a link to the roots of American history.
McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is back
It’s Shamrock Shake season at McDonald's!
Restaurants selling alcohol to go will 'destroy' us, NY liquor stores say
New York allowed bars and restaurants to take alcohol-to-go orders during the start of the pandemic. That program ended in 2021 but could be coming back. Wine and liquor shops call it an attack on their industry.
NYC restaurants slammed by skyrocketing power bills
Some restaurants owners say that their electric bills have skyrocketed by as much as 300% without any warning.
Charles Pan-Fried Chicken makes a comeback with Upper West Side location
Three decades ago, Chef Charles Gabriel first set up a table on a Harlem sidewalk to sell his made-with-love fried chicken. He eventually transitioned to a food truck and then a Harlem storefront before the pandemic temporarily put his dreams on hold. Now he and his fried chicken are back.
While NYC restaurants struggle, some good news from suburbs
Reservations at Manhattan restaurants were down more than 60% in January 2022 compared to January 2020 but some restaurants in New Jersey and Long Island are actually seeing an uptick in business, thanks to looser pandemic rules.
Arizona restaurant forced to close after almost all of its staff members were poached by another restaurant
A Phoenix restaurant owner is criticizing what he calls a "dirty move," after another restaurant managed to poach almost all staff members, prompting the restaurant to close its doors since Thanksgiving.
Chipotle plans to add more locations in small towns
The fast-casual chain says some small-town locations are doing better than traditional Chipotle restaurants in larger cities.
NYC outdoor dining could become permanent
Outdoor dining may soon become a permanent fixture of New York City’s dining scene. The City Council is holding a public hearing to review proposed legislation that seeks to implement an outdoor dining licensing process.
Golden Corral brawl caught on video investigated
A wild brawl broke out inside a suburban Philadelphia restaurant over an apparent beef over steak and now police are investigating the incident.
McDonald’s blames inflation for menu price increases
McDonald's is being hurt by rising prices and higher labor costs.
White Castle closing longtime Queens location
One of the oldest White Castle locations in the country has closed for good.
McDonald's menu hacks
McDonald's is adding some menu hacks to its official menu items.
Chicago meat wholesaler left with thousands of dollars' worth of meat due to omicron
It may be hard to believe, but there is such a thing as too much meat.