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Minnesota restaurants push back against ICE surge following fatal shooting of Renee Good

 By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 13, 2026

The immigration crackdown spotlight is focused on Minneapolis and St. Paul, with tensions escalating and restaurant operators becoming more vocal. Some are closing this week to keep customers and staff safe.

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Jeff’s Bagel Run: How a 26‑Unit Brand is Rewriting the Bagel Experience

 Sponsored content from our partner Jeff's Bagel Run on Jan. 13, 2026

In a category long defined by tradition more than transformation, Jeff’s Bagel Run is quietly reshaping expectations of one of breakfast’s most iconic foods. With 25 open locations across Florida, Nor...

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Noodles & Company to double its planned restaurant closures in 2026

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 12, 2026

The fast-casual chain showed continued momentum in the fourth quarter. But the company said it plans to cull more underperforming units this year to focus on those with the strongest performance.

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Major Food Group sues Canadian pizza franchise for trademark violation, false advertising

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 12, 2026

A quick-service pizza franchise brand operated by Carbone Restaurant Group is falsely claiming to be associated with the high-end Italian-American restaurant Carbone in New York and around the world. Investors could be being duped, according to court filings.

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Here are the restaurant segments most vulnerable to c-store competition

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 08, 2026

Retail Watch: Don’t expect fine dining at convenience stores. But do expect ongoing threats from gas station pizza, breakfast, fried chicken and more.

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After an inauspicious start, America's top-grossing independent restaurant Mila is preparing for growth

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 08, 2026

This Miami Beach hotspot recorded more than $51 million in revenue in 2024, taking the No. 1 spot on the Top 100 Independent Restaurant List. Parent Riviera Dining Group is replicating Mila's multi-venue model.

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Salad and Go to shutter all remaining units in Texas and Oklahoma

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 07, 2026

The latest wave of closures includes 32 restaurants and follows 41 that closed last year, leaving the chain with 70 outlets in Arizona and Nevada, less than half of the count at the end of 2024.

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Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group blends front- and back-of-house expertise to deliver what today's diners want

By Patricia Cobe and Bret Thorn on Jan. 06, 2026

Menu Talk: Partner Tai Ricci shares how the group’s five restaurants craft their menus, service and team culture to cultivate regulars and build success.

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Sprinkles Cupcakes shutters all company locations

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 02, 2026

Co-founder Candace Nelson confirmed the closures in an Instagram post, saying the bakeries are no more. But she did not give a reason.

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A look back on the year in politics for the restaurant industry

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 19, 2025

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast reviews the key issues and reputational threats for restaurants in 2025, and what to expect for the year ahead.

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