🦞 Red Lobster Bets Big on the Seafood Boil

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🍽️ What’s Cooking?

Red Lobster Bets Big on the Seafood Boil

Red Lobster has rolled out its new Seafood Boil menu nationwide. The company hopes this Southern-inspired offering will help turn things around after months of uncertainty. The boil includes crab legs, shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes all cooked together and tossed in seasoned butter. It’s a hands-on, shareable dish meant to draw in groups and families. The move reflects a broader trend in casual dining: bigger flavors, more interactivity, and a shift back to communal-style meals.​ ​Read more.

🃏 Running a Smoother Kitchen

Label Prep Counters with QR Codes for Fast Reference

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🚀 Scaling Up

QDOBA Hits 800 Restaurants with No Signs of Slowing

QDOBA Mexican Eats has just opened its 800th restaurant and crossed 500 new development commitments, signaling strong momentum in the fast-casual space. The chain’s expansion is driven by flexible store formats, solid franchise partnerships, and a simplified menu that’s easy to scale. Franchise interest continues to rise as operators look for high-traffic, low-labor concepts. Read more.

🦾 Fresh Ideas

Darden Eyes Changes as Sales Jump in Q4

Darden Restaurants, which owns Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, reported stronger-than-expected Q4 sales. Part of the lift came from strong seafood sales. In response, the company is considering a sale of Bahama Breeze, one of its smaller chains, to focus on core brands and improve operational efficiency. Analysts say this could lead to reinvestments in digital ordering and drive-thru models in its remaining restaurants. ​Read more

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