Scalding hot coffee thrown into fast-food manager’s face by angry customer, DA says
A Northern California man is accused of throwing a cup of scalding coffee at the manager of a Jack in the Box restaurant after she refused to give him a fresh cup.
A Northern California man is accused of throwing a cup of scalding coffee at the manager of a Jack in the Box restaurant after she refused to give him a fresh cup.
Firehouse Subs co-founder dies after building beloved American sandwich chain with brother
Chris Sorensen, a co-founder of the sandwich chain Firehouse Subs, has died at 65.
Chris Sorensen, a co-founder of the sandwich chain Firehouse Subs, has died at 65.
Spring restaurant turns to AI host to stay afloat after server walks out
AI is transforming the dining experience at Wok & Karahi, a family-run Asian restaurant in Spring, after they had a server walk out.
AI is transforming the dining experience at Wok & Karahi, a family-run Asian restaurant in Spring, after they had a server walk out.
KFC replacing Pepsi with Coca-Cola at 3,700 US restaurants after nearly four decades
KFC will replace Pepsi with Coca-Cola products at its roughly 3,700 U.S. restaurants, ending a nearly 40-year beverage partnership with PepsiCo.
KFC will replace Pepsi with Coca-Cola products at its roughly 3,700 U.S. restaurants, ending a nearly 40-year beverage partnership with PepsiCo.
3 new Texas restaurants receive Michelin Stars
Three new Texas restaurants received a Michelin Star on Thursday, including Fort Worth's Goldee's Bar-B-Q, while several other North Texas establishments earned Bib Gourmand and recommended distinctions.
Three new Texas restaurants received a Michelin Star on Thursday, including Fort Worth's Goldee's Bar-B-Q, while several other North Texas establishments earned Bib Gourmand and recommended distinctions.
These cities are spending the most on fast food
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
Whataburger 76th anniversary deals: 76-cent items and BOGO burgers during August
Whataburger will celebrate its 76th anniversary in August with a month-long series of discounts and promotions.
Whataburger will celebrate its 76th anniversary in August with a month-long series of discounts and promotions.
Jalapeños linked to Salmonella outbreak in 27 states; Chipotle & Qdoba affected
More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
Cracker Barrel replaces CEO less than a year after failed remodel, new logo
The chief executive officer who was in charge at Cracker Barrel during its disastrous remodeling plan that included an attempt to update the logo and was quickly reversed in the wake of public backlash has been replaced.
The chief executive officer who was in charge at Cracker Barrel during its disastrous remodeling plan that included an attempt to update the logo and was quickly reversed in the wake of public backlash has been replaced.
Traveler's Cart closing Montrose location after nearly 2 years
If you are a fan of Traveler's Cart, you only have a few more days to stop by the Montrose restaurant before it closes its doors for good.
If you are a fan of Traveler's Cart, you only have a few more days to stop by the Montrose restaurant before it closes its doors for good.
Taco Bell investigated as lettuce emerges as possible source of cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Disneyland unveils lineup of new restaurants coming to Downtown Disney
Disneyland details the full culinary expansion of Downtown Disney's West End, featuring Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby, Happy Ice, and a permanent Earl of Sandwich.
Disneyland details the full culinary expansion of Downtown Disney's West End, featuring Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby, Happy Ice, and a permanent Earl of Sandwich.
Woman accused of slapping driver in McDonald's drive-thru for taking too long
A New York woman is facing a harassment charge after police say she became impatient in a McDonald's drive-thru and allegedly slapped the driver of the vehicle in front of her.
A New York woman is facing a harassment charge after police say she became impatient in a McDonald's drive-thru and allegedly slapped the driver of the vehicle in front of her.
Beloved American ice cream chain shuttering dozens of stores nationwide
Dozens of Dairy Queen locations have closed across the United States as some franchise operators face financial challenges and corporate compliance disputes.
Dozens of Dairy Queen locations have closed across the United States as some franchise operators face financial challenges and corporate compliance disputes.
Pizza Hut sold by Yum Brands for $2.7 billion
Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.
Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.
On The Border restaurant to close all corporate Texas locations on Friday
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is closing all of its company-owned restaurants by the end of the day on Friday, June 12, while keeping franchise-operated locations open as the company evaluates the future of the brand.
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is closing all of its company-owned restaurants by the end of the day on Friday, June 12, while keeping franchise-operated locations open as the company evaluates the future of the brand.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
EEOC sues Texas Chick-fil-A operator for religious discrimination and wrongful termination
The EEOC says the franchisee violated federal law when they fired an employee instead of reasonably accommodating her request to not work on Saturdays as per her religion.
The EEOC says the franchisee violated federal law when they fired an employee instead of reasonably accommodating her request to not work on Saturdays as per her religion.
Mother’s Day 2026: Houston-area restaurants with specials, offerings
Mother’s Day will fall on Sunday, May, 10, and if you’re planning on taking a loved one out to celebrate with them, there are many options around the Houston-area.
Mother’s Day will fall on Sunday, May, 10, and if you’re planning on taking a loved one out to celebrate with them, there are many options around the Houston-area.