Increase in millionaires drives growth of high-end restaurants in LA area
El Segundo, a quiet city in the South Bay area of Los Angeles, is suddenly bustling with excitement in the culinary scene. Known mostly for its proximity to LAX and a vibrant aerospace sector, it’s becoming one of Southern California’s most sought-after dining locales—just a few months after SpaceX’s big IPO created a wave of […]
GEN Korean BBQ is selling 47 restaurants to Chubby Group for $100 million.
The Korean BBQ chain GEN, originally from California, is gearing up to sell 47 of its restaurants in a significant $100 million deal. The new management is planning to revamp the menu. GEN Restaurant Group has confirmed its agreement to transfer its restaurant operations to Chubby Group, known for its popular all-you-can-eat establishments like Chubby […]
California diners reduce trips to restaurants, seek out happy hour discounts
Happy hour is becoming a focal point for many diners in California as the high cost of living drives customers to search for discounted meal options instead of splurging on full-price dining experiences. Chef Alex Carballo from Grand Restaurant Group noted that happy hour used to make up about 5% to 8% of his business. […]
We Discovered the Best AI Food Photos That Restaurants Are Showcasing to Satisfy Hunger
Restaurants are now showcasing AI-generated images of food, and the reception has been rather mixed. Across the U.S., dining establishments are increasingly opting for AI-created visuals instead of genuine photographs of their meals. This shift is often praised for saving small business owners both time and resources, but critics have taken to social media to […]
Restaurants implement secured pouches and phone restrictions to reduce screen usage
Restaurants Tackle Phone Distraction at the Dinner Table While cigarette smoke has vanished from dining spaces, some restaurant owners are now contending with a different issue: patrons overly focused on their phones. Establishments are getting creative in their attempts to encourage diners to engage more with their meals and less with their screens. This ranges […]
Fast-food restaurants are pursuing the trend of specialty drinks. A look at Sonic’s approach.
As restaurant chains increasingly aim to draw in customers with unique beverages rather than just traditional meals, Sonic Drive-In believes its focus on drink customization gives it an edge in the market. Marion Campbell, Sonic’s vice president of integrated marketing and communications, shared with FOX Business that the fast-food industry is still navigating how to […]
A new wave: A variety of French restaurants is arriving in Manhattan
French cuisine has long been cherished by New Yorkers, and next month, the city will welcome even more places to enjoy favorites like steak tartare and coq au vin. New dining spots, from Faux in Tribeca to Daniel Boulud’s Brasserie Boulud on the Upper West Side, promise to delight locals with scrumptious French dishes. “I […]
Meat Allergy from Tick Bites Causes Panic Among Restaurants on Affluent Island
Restaurants on Martha’s Vineyard are modifying their menus to enhance safety as cases of alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy linked to tick bites, continue to rise. By June 2026, there have been 416 confirmed alpha-gal cases reported on the island. To give some context, 742 positive tests were recorded in 2025, while only two cases […]
Trump’s tariff on Canadian alcohol might affect US bars and restaurants
President Donald Trump’s ongoing trade dispute with Canada might soon impact consumers directly, particularly as a hefty 50% tariff on Canadian alcoholic beverages is being discussed. This potential tariff poses a significant risk to bars, restaurants, and liquor stores across the United States. Chris Swonger, the CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council, expressed concerns that […]
Eight cherished Los Angeles restaurants shut down — including a favorite of celebrities
The restaurant scene in Los Angeles is facing significant upheaval. This summer, the city experienced a harsh wave of closures that affected everything from long-established celebrity haunts to new ventures that hadn’t quite made it through their first year. Between May and late July, at least eight well-known restaurants shut down or paused operations. They […]