HT Talk Episode 4: Jon Taffer's Kitchen of the FutureIn this episode of HT Talk, HT's senior editor - restaurants, Anna Wolfe, caught up with Jon Taffer as he was preparing to open the first Taffer's Tavern, in Alpharetta, Georgia. Torchy's Tacos Adds Contactless OrderingTorchy’s is rolling out contactless services for both on- and off-premise diners. Torchy's is piloting easier curbside pickup with "I'm Here" notifications that can be initiated from the order confirmation. Restaurant/Bar Games Provider Launches App For restaurants offering live hosted trivia or bingo nights, Let's Do Entertainment has rolled out a contact-free app that replaces game sheets. Full-Service Restaurant Transactions Underscore Need for Stimulus TableSafe's transaction volume reflects reversal of recovery for restaurant industry. Red Lobster Opens Ghost Kitchen Red Lobster has tripled off-premise sales in the two years before COVID-19 began and tripled them again over the last eight months, says CEO. Friendly's Files Chapter 11, Enters Sales Agreement Nearly all 130 locations to remain open; thousands of restaurant team member and franchisee jobs expected to be preserved P.F. Chang’s Expands To Go Concept On the heels of opening 3 locations in Chicago, 4 locations in NYC are opening in the coming weeks. Ruby Tuesday Files Chapter 11 CEO cites unprecedented impact of COVID-19 on the casual dining chain's bottom line. Taffer’s Tavern Uses VR Workforce Training Krowne used its VR bar design capabilities and advanced robotic machinery to design and manufacture cutting-edge bars for the new Taffer’s Tavern franchise. Denny’s Offers Free Delivery for Online Orders Customers need to place an order at dennys.com or the Denny’s app before Wednesday, September 30. First Previous 10 11 12 13 14 Next Last