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Creditors Say Thai Union Engineered Red Lobster’s Endless Shrimp Collapse

A May 2026 lawsuit alleges the promotion and supplier deals routed profits to Thai Union, leaving creditors to seek roughly $295 million in damages.

Guzman y Gomez Exits U.S., Closes All Chicago-Area Restaurants

Guzman y Gomez Exits U.S., Closes Eight Chicago Restaurants

Chipotle CEO Says Diners Who Want Bigger Servings Should Ask

McDonald’s UK Launches Limited-Time Friends Meal With Random Collectibles

Whataburger Rolls Out Limited-Time $3–$5 Whatadeal Menu Nationwide

Five Guys Germany Warns of Going-Concern Risk as Parent Seeks Buyers for Europe Unit

Restaurant Brands Strikes China JV With CPE, Ceding Control of Burger King China

China Mobilizes Ministries to Fast-Track Pre‑Made Dish Standards, Push Restaurant Labeling

Pret A Manger Sets First Drive-Thru for Early 2026 as It Expands Into Travel Sites

McDonald’s to Cut Combo Prices by About 15% Nationwide Starting in September

Pizza Hut Rolls Out $5 Crafted Flatzz to Lift Lunch Traffic

100% British Ketchup Joins Menu at Clarkson’s Cotswolds Pub

Tesla Opens 24/7 Diner and Drive-In Featuring Superchargers and Robots

Ikea Cuts Weekend Meal Prices by 50% for Members

IKEA Launches First Standalone Restaurant in London

Wawa Ranked No. 1 Convenience Store in the U.S. by Customer Survey