McDonald’s, Starbucks, Applebee’s

McDonald’s is dropping a new burger later this month. Red Lobster has a new tech partner. And Whataburger is entering the increasingly crowded craft beverage segment.

 Starbucks added the former CEO of Yahoo to its board. A fast-casual brand has reverted back to its original name. And Subway has a new movie partnership.

Noodles is threatened with delisting again. McDonald’s is taking its Daily Double burger nationwide. And Sweetgreen is trying to shake off its pricy salad reputation.

A nationwide boycott of McDonald's is underway. Starbucks is simplifying its charges.  And Applebee's updated its all-you-can-eat menu.

McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are breaking up. A new study reveals how restaurants are using AI. And In-N-Out is taking a YouTuber to court for trademark violations.

July 1 will bring another step up in the minimum wage for many. Taco Bell and Crumbl have new celebrity partnerships. And Dubai Chocolate is coming to more restaurant chains.

It was a big quarter for Olive Garden. Restaurant customers aren’t too bothered by tariffs. Yet. And night owls now have more chances to score White Castle sliders.

Bubbakoo’s has a new owner. Could Hulk Hogan become the new owner of Hooters? And McDonald’s is shaking up its tech leadership.

Yum Brands has a new CEO. Portillo’s is expanding its breakfast test. And Starbucks is rolling out an AI chatbot.

ICE is pausing immigration raids on restaurants, for now. Fast-food prices are slowing, but consumers haven’t caught on. And a former Darden CEO has joined the board of Portillo’s.