Top Casual Dining News

Grimaldi’s Comes to Madison, Alabama

Power Brands Hospitality Group, the Alabama franchisee of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, has officially opened its newest Grimaldi’s location at Clift Farm, 461 John Henry Way, Suite 850, in Madison, Alabama. The restaurant brings the brand’s award-winning, Brooklyn style coal-fired brick-oven pizzas to the North Alabama community. This opening marks the third Grimaldi’s location in the state and the […]

Outback Steakhouse Offers 20 Percent Discount to Military for Armed Forces Day

Outback Steakhouse is offering an enhanced discount for military personnel and veterans in recognition of Armed Forces Day. From May 14 through May 17, eligible guests can receive 20 percent off their dine-in orders at participating U.S. locations. The limited-time offer represents an increase from the brand’s standard Heroes Discount. The promotion is intended to […]

Ojos Locos Taps World Cup Excitement with Rewards-Driven Visit Challenge

Ojos Locos Sports Cantina, the culturally-rooted Latin sports cantina and scratch kitchen, is kicking off the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the launch of its Más Rewards World Cup “Casa de Fútbol” Check-In Challenge, a loyalty-driven initiative designed to reward guests for repeat visits and make every match a reason to come back. Running from […]

JINYA Ramen Bar Expands Presence in Canada

JINYA Ramen Bar is continuing its expansion in Canada with a new restaurant opening in Langley. Located at Willowbrook Shopping Centre at 19705 Fraser Hwy, Unit 525, the new restaurant marks the brand’s 80th location systemwide and its fourth in British Columbia, bringing its renowned ramen to the growing community. To celebrate its arrival in Langley, […]

Moxies Opens in Washington, D.C.

Moxies DC, located at 1111 20th St. NW in the Golden Triangle, brings polished, premium-casual dining to the heart of downtown Washington, offering globally inspired food, handcrafted cocktails, warm hospitality, and a full late-night menu in an energetic downtown setting. Built for the way Washingtonians dine today, Moxies is stylish without being formal, lively and […]

Applebee’s Brings Back All You Can Eat Menu

Applebee’s All You Can Eat is back! Now for a limited time this summer, guests can enjoy an unlimited American feast of Applebee’s savory Boneless Wings, Riblets & Double Crunch Shrimp – served with endless fries – for only $15.99, when dining in.* But that’s not all, guests are invited to an Applebee’s “pool party” all […]

Nobu Hotel Los Cabos Unveils New Culinary Leadership

Nobu Hotel Los Cabos, the luxury beachfront resort conceptualized by world-renowned Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa and co-founders Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, announces new culinary leadership and refreshed menus to meet the evolving tastes of modern travelers. Executive Chef Diego Sobrino and Ana María Martínez Núñez, the resort’s newly appointed Director of Food & […]

Ferraro’s Ristorante Brings Back ‘Summer in Italy’ Prix Fixe

Ferraro’s Ristorante announces the much-anticipated return of its “Summer in Italy” special – a season-long celebration of authentic Italian cuisine featuring summer’s freshest ingredients prepared by executive chef Mimmo Ferraro. From Monday, June 15 through Sunday, Aug. 23, Las Vegas locals and visitors alike can dive into a tempting four-course dinner for $75 per person, plus tax […]

DoorDash Reservations Expands to Major U.S. Cities and London

DoorDash Reservations is expanding coast to coast in the U.S., with new cities launching in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Boston — with exclusive access to coveted tables and credits back every time you dine — while bringing the experience to London with Deliveroo. This is our biggest global expansion to date, and it brings our total […]

Oak & Stone to Debut in Texas

Oak & Stone, the elevated American restaurant known for bold flavors, genuine hospitality, and its self-pour tap wall experience, will make its Texas debut in McKinney on Tuesday, May 19. The restaurant is located at 8575 W. University Drive, Suite 150, McKinney, TX, welcoming guests for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Founded in Florida as part of the Artistry Restaurants family, Oak & Stone was built on a simple […]

Piesanos Opens in Middleton, Florida

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza is bringing a fresh, next-generation dining experience to The Villages with the opening of its newest location in Middleton, where irresistible Italian meets a thoughtfully modern design built for the way guests dine today. Purpose-built from the ground up, the Middleton restaurant introduces a new evolution of the Piesanos experience, blending […]

Next Level Brands Expands Portfolio with New Coastal Mexican Steakhouse Matilde

Next Level Brands announces the addition of Matilde, an elevated coastal Mexican steakhouse, as the restaurant group’s fifth concept. The lease for the 7,600 square-foot space, located on the ground floor of the Arts & Entertainment Residences (AER), has officially been signed with an anticipated opening in early 2027. The restaurant is named Matilde in honor of […]

Purveyor in Huntsville, Alabama, Taps Abner Hernandez to Drive Next Phase of Culinary Innovation

Purveyor, the Michelin-recommended flagship dining concept from ChurchStreet Family Hospitality, announces the appointment of Chef Abner Hernandez as Executive Chef, signaling the next chapter for Huntsville’s most acclaimed culinary destinations. The appointment comes as Huntsville gains recognition as an emerging hub for modern Southern dining, with Purveyor at the forefront of its evolving food scene. “Chef Hernandez represents […]

Amada Cooks Up Special Mother’s Day Menu

This Mother’s Day, Amada is putting a Spanish-influenced spin on brunch with a menu that pairs morning staples with more unexpected ingredients and flavor combinations. On Sunday, May 10, the restaurant will open early at 11 a.m., serving their full menu alongside a curated selection of brunch dishes and cocktails that showcase layered flavors and unexpected combinations.  […]

Queens Tavern Brings British Pub Culture to NYC’s Hudson Yards Neighborhood

The Evolv Collection, the premium hospitality group led by CEO Martin Williams and founded by the late Sir Terence Conran, today announces the May 7th opening of Queens Tavern in New York City. Located at 20 Hudson Yards, the venue marks the first international outpost of the group’s acclaimed Chop House & Tavern brand, importing […]

The Greene Turtle Launches Monthly Drinks Lineup and Wing Fest Promotion for Summer

The Greene Turtle is stepping into summer with the debut of its Crush of the Month, a rotating lineup of $6 drinks rooted in Maryland’s signature crush tradition, and Wing Fest*, an all-you-can-eat offer designed for the return of patio season.  Each month, across all locations, a new crush will take the spotlight, starting with May’s Spicy […]

IHOP Introduces Chocolate Covered Strawberry Pancake Stack Ahead of Mother’s Day

IHOP is introducing a limited-time menu item ahead of Mother’s Day weekend, offering guests a new way to celebrate the holiday with a dessert-inspired breakfast option. The Chocolate Covered Strawberry Pancake Stack features four chocolate chocolate chip pancakes topped with cheesecake mousse, chocolate sauce, fresh strawberries, whipped topping, and chocolate chips. Pricing varies by location. […]

Huddle House Rolls Out Free Waffles, Rewards Deals in May Promotion

Huddle House welcomes guests to Waffle Wonderland, where the signature golden waffle and craveable sweet and savory favorites are served hot, fresh, and made to order.  Waffle Wonderland puts waffles at the center of every visit, making it easy to enjoy a simple, satisfying win all May long.  Here is what guests can look forward to: 

Wahlburgers Offers Prizes, LTO Burgers for National Burger Month Celebration

May is National Burger Month, and Wahlburgers is celebrating all month long with winner announcements, limited-time menu offerings and exclusive experiences for burger lovers across the country. To kick off the month, Wahlburgers invited fans to enter for a special prize pack filled with brand favorites. Today, Monday, May 4, the brand is announcing 10 […]