All articles tagged with #menu changes
Originally Published 22 days ago — by AL.com
Olive Garden will introduce smaller, more affordable portions of select dishes in the new year after positive customer feedback, aiming to enhance affordability perceptions and increase visit frequency, without replacing existing menu options.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNN
McDonald's is bringing back the popular Snack Wrap to boost sales amid recent declines, along with other menu updates like a spicy Egg McMuffin and new desserts, as part of its efforts to revitalize its menu and attract customers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Red Lobster is reintroducing hush puppies to its menu as part of a broader strategy to revitalize the chain after emerging from bankruptcy. Under new CEO Damola Adamolekun, the menu has been reduced by 20% but includes nine new items, such as bacon-wrapped scallops and lobster bisque. The changes aim to attract both its traditional Baby Boomer customer base and a younger demographic, with updates to restaurant ambiance and menu offerings. The chain is now under the ownership of Fortress Investment Group, which has invested $60 million for its revival.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TODAY
Red Lobster is revamping its menu under new CEO Damola Adamolekun, introducing nine new items and bringing back the popular hush puppies, which had been removed in recent years. The menu, now 20% smaller, includes dishes like bacon-wrapped sea scallops and lobster bisque. However, the Ultimate Endless Shrimp promotion has been discontinued due to cost concerns. The chain is also responding to TikTok feedback by improving its tartar sauce recipe. Despite these changes, the annual Lobsterfest will continue, promising to be bigger than ever.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Business
Cracker Barrel's new CEO, Julie Felss Masino, acknowledges the restaurant chain's loss of relevancy and plans a $700 million rebrand, including new menu items and remodeling, to attract new diners and regain its customer base, particularly those 65 and older who have not returned since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PennLive
Cracker Barrel is planning a makeover to update its decor and menu in an effort to stay relevant. CEO Julie Felss Masino announced the removal of 20 menu items and the addition of new dishes like slow-braised pot roast and hashbrown casserole shepherd’s pie. The chain will also pilot a remodel featuring a new color palette, updated lighting, and more comfortable seating. Despite these changes, the company aims to maintain its old-fashioned appeal.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Cracker Barrel's new CEO, Julie Felss Masino, plans to revitalize the brand by introducing new menu items, adjusting pricing tiers, and remodeling restaurants to attract more customers and regain market share. The changes include dishes like green chili cornbread and hashbrown casserole shepherd's pie, price optimization, and updated restaurant aesthetics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Business
Panera Bread is set to debut nine new entrees and upgrade some current offerings as part of a major menu update starting April 4, aiming to provide better value, enhanced portions, and lower price points. The changes will include new sandwiches and salads, with some offerings priced under $10, and recipe enhancements to existing items. The company's "new era" will also focus on boosting efficiency and will bring over 20 changes to its restaurants, while details about the transformation are expected to be revealed closer to the launch.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Mashed
Taco Bell is introducing several changes to its menu in 2024, including a Veggie Build Your Own Cravings Box, price increases on the Cravings Value Menu, the return of Double Stacked Tacos and Stackers, and the addition of new items like Loaded Beef Nachos, Cheesy Chicken Crispanadas, and a Cantina Chicken menu. Additionally, the chain is testing frozen coffee drinks and milkshakes, launching new Cravings Kits for at-home preparation, and featuring Portugal. The Man in its new value campaign.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
McDonald's is making major changes to its burgers, introducing pillowy buns, perfectly melted cheese, and juicier patties at all U.S. locations by early 2024. The revamped burgers will also feature more sauce on Big Macs, fresher lettuce and pickles, and changes to the grilling process, buns, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and sesame seeds. The changes aim to create the "best burgers ever" and have already been rolled out on the West Coast, with some fans expressing mixed reactions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
McDonald's will be phasing out its McCafé Bakery lineup, including popular items like the apple fritter and cinnamon roll, starting in July. The decision comes as the fast-food chain aims to enhance its core menu items and boost store traffic amid rising costs. While some customers are disappointed by the discontinuation, others have criticized the bakery items for not tasting fresh. McDonald's will still offer chocolate chip cookies, baked apple pie, and frozen desserts at its restaurants nationwide.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Dairy Queen has confirmed that it is discontinuing its famous cherry-dipped ice cream cone just in time for summer, much to the dismay of some fans. The fast-food chain stated that it is always innovating its menus to showcase new and delicious flavors. The cherry-dipped cone was once a staple treat on the menu, consisting of an ice cream cone dipped in a cherry-flavored liquid that quickly turned into a hard shell. The cone has been on and off the menu for the past few years, but there is still a glimmer of hope for cherry-dipped cone fans as it has made a return once before.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
McDonald's is making changes to its popular menu items, including the Big Mac and McDouble, to improve their flavor. The changes include better buns, consistently melted cheese, a better sear on the patties, and more Big Mac sauce. The chain is also adding white onions to the patties as they sear to improve the flavor. The changes are being rolled out in select cities across America and were previously tested in Australia, Canada, and Belgium. McDonald's hopes to implement the changes in all stores by 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Daily News
McDonald’s is making changes to its Big Mac, McDouble, and standard hamburgers and cheeseburgers, including softer buns and onions added to the patties on the grill, and more sauce to its Big Mac burgers. The chain has already introduced the changes in some U.S. restaurants and plans to complete the national rollout by 2024. The changes mark the latest updates to the McDonald’s menu, which has seen cooked-to-order fresh beef for its Quarter Pounder with Cheese and the McCrispy, a “southern-style” fried chicken sandwich.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Chick-fil-A has decided not to discontinue its side salad from the menu after receiving customer feedback arguing in favor of keeping the item. The chain had previously announced the removal of the salad as part of its efforts to simplify the menu.