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Dave & Buster’s Adds 10 Games, Brings Back Summer Season Pass

Nearly half of Americans say their lives are lacking fun—and Dave & Buster’s is doing something about it. Ahead of summer, the brand is releasing its first-ever “State of Fun Report” and launching 10 all-new games plus the return of its Summer Season Pass, making it easier than ever to get out, play, and reconnect.  […]

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 […]

Ford’s Garage Signs Three-Unit Deal in Delaware

Ford’s Garage – the full-service, 1920s garage-themed burger and craft beer restaurant inspired by the heritage of The Ford Motor Company – has signed a three-unit development agreement with Carson’s Garage, LLC to bring the brand to Delaware for the first time. The agreement includes new restaurants planned for Kent and Sussex counties, with the first location expected to […]

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 […]

F1 Arcade CEO Jonathan Peters Steps Down as Growth Phase Begins

F1 Arcade today announces that Jonathan Peters will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer, effective 11 May 2026, as part of a planned leadership transition aligned with the company’s next phase of growth. Jonathan has been instrumental in F1 Arcade’s expansion over the past five years, helping to establish the brand as a […]

Palmer Digital Group to Showcase Drive-Thru Tech at National Restaurant Association Show

Palmer Digital Group, a full-service supplier and installer of indoor and outdoor digital kiosks, drive-thru digital menu boards and canopy systems, will return for its fifth consecutive year to the National Restaurant Association Show, taking place May 16–19 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Exhibiting at Booth 5659 in the Tech Zone, PDG will spotlight its industry-leading outdoor […]

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 […]

Noble Food & Pursuits Grows a Multi-Concept Portfolio Rooted in Comunity Impact

At a time when many restaurant groups prioritize rapid expansion and margin optimization, Noble Food & Pursuits is charting a different course—building a multi-concept portfolio rooted equally in hospitality excellence and community impact. Founded in 1992, the Charlotte-based group has steadily evolved into a diversified restaurant platform spanning full-service dining, fast casual, bakery, and barbecue […]

Better Earth to Unveil Touch-Free Cutlery Solutions at National Restaurant Association Show

 Better Earth, a leader in BPI-certified compostable foodservice packaging, will highlight its latest innovations in touch-free dispensing and compostable cutlery solutions at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show. Attendees can visit Booth 3582 in the South Building to experience both the company’s Touch-Free Cutlery Dispenser platform and its expanding portfolio of high-performance compostable cutlery options.  […]

PopStroke Unveils 100 Days of Summer Pass

PopStroke Entertainment Group, a national leader in golf entertainment, announced the 100 Days of Summer Pass. Priced at $50 per person, the pass offers unlimited mini golf across any of PopStroke’s 21 locations from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with no time windows, no restricted hours, and no blackout dates. Passes are available for purchase […]

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 […]

Branch Launches TipCalc Tip Pooling and Payout Solution

Branch, a leading provider of workforce financial infrastructure, announced the launch of TipCalc, an automated tip pooling and payout solution designed to help restaurants eliminate manual spreadsheets, reduce errors at close, and ensure workers receive fast access to their cashless tips. Restaurants have long relied on spreadsheets and manual math to manage nightly tip pools […]

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 […]