Michelob Ultra overtakes Modelo Especial as best-selling beer in the U.S.
Packages of Michelob Ultra are displayed at a BevMo store on December 16, 2024 in Larkspur, California. Justin Sullivan |...
Restaurants
Olive Garden owner Darden Restaurants disappoints on earnings but hikes sales outlook
Darden Restaurants on Thursday reported mixed quarterly results, as Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse helped offset weakness in its fine-dining...
Cracker Barrel stock falls as company reports mixed earnings after rebrand controversy
In an aerial view, a Cracker Barrel sign featuring the old logo hangs on a sign outside of a restaurant...
Convenience stores are eating fast-food chains' breakfast
A Wawa store is seen on May 29, 2024 in Washington, DC. Kent Nishimura | Getty ImagesFast-food restaurants are losing...
Potbelly acquired by convenience-store operator RaceTrac for $566 million
Potbelly Sandwich Shop on October 3, 2015 in Louisville, Kentucky.Raymond BoydSandwich shop chain Potbelly will be acquired by convenience-store operator...
Uber partners with fintech firm Pipe to offer capital to small businesses
Fintech company Pipe is partnering with Uber in a new effort to help small businesses acquire capital with fewer barriers...
Cracker Barrel suspends restaurant remodels after logo controversy
The Cracker Barrel logo is seen on a billboard outside of one of its restaurants. Paul Weaver | Lightrocket |...
One year in, Brian Niccol’s Starbucks looks different — but there are still more changes coming
After two decades going to Starbucks every day at 4:30 a.m., longtime customer Tony Dennis abandoned the company last year."I...
Shake Shack launches French onion soup items as it leans into premium promotions
Shake Shack will introduce a new French Onion Soup menu in its app.Courtesy: Shake ShackAs value wars take hold across...
Starbucks wants its cafes to be more welcoming — and accessible. Take a look at a recent renovation
As Starbucks revamps its U.S. locations, the coffee chain is trying to make its cafes welcoming to all through more...
Starbucks to launch protein-packed cold foam, lattes later this month
Starbucks' new protein-packed beveragesSource: StarbucksStarbucks plans to tap into consumers' protein obsession by launching protein-packed cold foam and lattes starting...
Kraft Heinz to split into two companies
Kraft mac & cheese and Heinz ketchup.Natalie Rice | CNBCKraft Heinz will split into two companies, reversing much of the...
Matcha mania turns the green powder into gold
A recent surge in matcha's popularity has led to a global matcha shortage, driven by soaring demand and limited production...
Cracker Barrel shares rise after restaurant chain gets rid of controversial new logo
A Cracker Barrel sign featuring the old logo is seen outside of a restaurant on August 21, 2025 in Homestead,...
Cracker Barrel responds to backlash over new logo and rebranding: 'We could've done a better job'
The new Cracker Barrel logo is seen on a menu inside the restaurant on Aug. 21, 2025 in Pembroke Pines,...
Chipotle teams up with Zipline to test drone food delivery
Chipotle is teaming up with drone delivery leader Zipline to test autonomous food delivery, the fast-casual chain announced Thursday, as...
Cracker Barrel shares plummet after pushback on new logo, brand refresh
The logo for Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is seen on a sign along Interstate 80.Paul Weaver | SOPA Images...
Starbucks expands test of coconut water beverages as it leans into health and wellness
Starbucks' Coco Matcha and Coco Cold Brew drinks.Courtesy: StarbucksStarbucks will expand its test of coconut water beverages to hundreds of...
From sweet treats to protein boosts, chains are banking on beverages to drive sales
If it feels like there are a lot of new drinks on restaurant menus, it's because there are.Driven by younger...
Cava, Chipotle and other fast-casual restaurant chains are finally hit by consumer slowdown
Cava stock tumbled 16% in afternoon trading on Wednesday, making it the latest fast-casual chain to feel Wall Street's wrath...
