Saladworks Adds Warm Roasted Chicken and Fire-Grilled Steak to Create Your Own Lineup

Saladworks, the leading create-your-own salad destination, is introducing two new proteins to its menu: warm roasted chicken and all-natural fire-grilled steak. Available across salads, wraps, sandwiches, and bowls, these additions bring even more variety and flexibility to the menu, building on Saladworks’ commitment to fresh, made-to-order meals.

“Warm, freshly prepared proteins are a meaningful shift for us,” says Chef Cole Thompson, Vice President of Culinary at Saladworks. “They give guests more ways...

Golden Corral Fires Up Summer with NEW Backyard Grill Menu Featuring Premium Proteins 

Golden Corral, the nation’s go-to buffet for variety and value, is turning up the heat throughout the summer with its new Backyard Grill promotion, serving up delicious char-grilled flavors that bring the cookout straight to the buffet, available systemwide beginning today.

Backyard Grill brings an assortment of seasonal offerings across lunch and dinner, including the brand-new Grilled Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Breast, available during both lunch and dinner hours featuring a grilled chicken breast marinated in Ranch...

Popeyes Adds Chicken Wraps Permanently and Launches New Honey BBQ Sandwiches

Popeyes is spotlighting seasonal favorites and new flavors with its latest menu news.

Starting today, the company has made its popular chicken wraps a permanent addition to the menu following a successful rollout last summer. The lineup includes three signature varieties: Classic, Spicy, and the new Blackened Ranch.

The wraps feature hand-battered and fried chicken, served in a rolled buttermilk tortilla inspired by the brand’s famous biscuits and filled with fresh lettuce, cheese, and pickles. They are priced at $3.99...

Checkers & Rally's Raises the Bar on Value with New $3 Double Sandwich Lineup

Checkers & Rally's is turning up the flavor and the value once again. The drive-thru leaders are introducing a new $3 Double Sandwich lineup, delivering big, bold flavor at a price that's hard to beat.

With three bold options, guests get real variety and real value, with sandwiches starting at just $3 or available as part of a Small Combo with fries and a drink starting at $6.

Leading the lineup is the new Sourdough Double Melt, stacked...

Portillo’s Turns Up the Heat this May with New Hot & Saucy Italian Beef Sandwich

Savor Portillo’s first-ever Italian Beef LTO featuring hot Giardiniera Peppers and creamy Giardiniera Sauce

Portillo’s is turning up the heat on a Chicago classic this month. The famed fast-casual brand is debuting the Hot & Saucy Italian Beef Sandwich – a bold, spicy twist on its legendary Italian Beef that brings serious fire to a fan favorite. Available for a limited time through May 31, this craveable new sandwich is here to shake up the status quo.

“With consumer interest...

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse Celebrates National Burger Month with New Premium Wagyu Burger

Burger season just got an upgrade. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (Nasdaq: BJRI) today announced the debut of its all-new Wagyu Burger—a bold, premium addition arriving just in time for spring celebrations and National Burger Month. Crafted for guests who crave richer flavor and next-level quality, this new offering introduces a refined take on the classic burger, underscoring BJ's commitment to premium ingredients, craft-forward offerings and chef-driven menu development.

Starting at $19.99, the Wagyu Burger features a grilled...

Firehouse Subs® Invites Every Mike in America to Try the New Steak & Cheese Melt - For Free

Firehouse Subs® has a message for every Mike, Michael, Mikey, Miguel, Michelle, Michele, and Michaela in America: this one's on us.

On Wednesday, May 6, any guest who shares a name in the Mike family gets a free medium Steak & Cheese Melt at participating U.S. Firehouse Subs restaurants. No purchase necessary.* No catch. Just the best steak sub we've ever made, free of charge.

The new Steak & Cheese Melt features USDA Choice prime rib, flame-seared and piled high with melty provolone...

P.F. Chang's® Celebrates Moms, Dads and Grads with Limited-Time Dining Experience

P.F. Chang's® is welcoming the season of celebration filled with plenty of reasons to gather, celebrate, and share time together. In honor of Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduation milestones, and everything in between, today the brand announced a limited-time dining experience designed to turn shared meals into lasting memories. At the heart of the promotion is a thoughtfully crafted, shareable five-course menu with three new limited-time dishes, making it even easier to gather loved ones around the...

Moe's Southwest Grill Launches Grilled Burrito Dippers -- Its First-Ever Snack-Sized Offering

In Collaboration with the MD Foodie Boyz

Moe's Southwest Grill®, the beloved fast-casual chain is now saying "Welcome to Moe's!" to a new menu item – Grilled Burrito Dippers. In collaboration with the food-obsessed teen podcast hosts and creators, MD Foodie Boyz, the Dipper is premiering as the brand's first-ever snack-sized menu item on April 21.

A Grilled Burrito Dipper is a handheld, mini burrito built for the moments between meals: late-night hangs, post-game hunger, study session fuel...

Chipotle Kicks off the Summer Season with the Return of Highly Popular Chipotle Honey Chicken

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced the return of Chipotle Honey Chicken, which debuted in 2025 as the brand's best-performing limited-time offering and quickly became a fan favorite, driving record demand. The protein will be available in restaurants across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., France and Germany beginning April 28.

Made with freshly grilled chicken, marinated with smoky chipotle peppers and finished with a touch of pure honey, Chipotle Honey Chicken delivers a bold...

Zaxby's Rolls out New Giant Chicken Finger Wraps that are Far From a Snack, They're the Whole Meal

Zaxbys® has officially entered the wrap game with the introduction of its GIANT Chicken Finger Wraps, a lineup of three bold flavors available starting April 27. These wraps are far from a snack. They're full-on meals built to satisfy bigger, bolder cravings.

As appetites evolve, Zaxbys is stepping in with wraps that deliver in a GIANT way. Packed with three Chicken Fingerz™ and the iconic flavors of its fan...

Hardee's® Introduces Prime Rib Platform Designed to Fuel Hardworking Appetites

Hardee's is doubling down on its commitment to keeping hardworking people full and satisfied with new items on the menu. Following the success of its Second Breakfast Insurance campaign, the brand is introducing The Prime Experience alongside a lineup of new beverages and sweet treats.

Starting April 15, Hardee's will introduce The Prime Experience, a limited-time lineup that brings prime rib to the menu across breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lineup features indulgent, satisfying options that highlight the brand's made-from-scratch quality while giving guests...

Bojangles Introduces Bo’s Chicken Rippers – Built to Rip, Dip and Deliver Bold Flavor

To celebrate the launch, the Carolina Legend is teaming up with gaming star JoeWo to offer a free Bo’s Chicken Rippers combo through the Bojangles app

Bojangles is putting a new spin on how fans enjoy their chicken with the introduction of Bo’s Chicken Rippers – a bold, hand-breaded, limited-time offering designed to be ripped and dipped.

Building on the success of the brand’s Bo Bites, launched in 2024, Bojangles developed their take on a slider. Bo’s Chicken Rippers feature Bo Bites...

Chili's® $10.99 3 For Me® Menu Goes After Fast Food's So-Called "Value" Meals Once Again

The chicken sandwich category has exploded over the last few years, but consumers continue to feel the empty promise of so-called "value" from fast food restaurants. For years, Chili's® Grill & Bar has redefined value with the addition of Big Smasher and Big QP burgers to the game-changing 3 For Me menu, giving guests an entrée with fries, bottomless chips and salsa, and an unlimited fountain drink for just...

Red Robin Stacks Up New Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders With King’s Hawaiian Rolls

Red Robin is taking aim at the idea that sliders have to be small and underwhelming.

Starting April 20, the burger chain is rolling out its new Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders at participating restaurants nationwide, featuring a larger-format take on the traditional slider with double beef patties, double cheese and King’s Hawaiian rolls.

The limited-time menu item includes four double-patty sliders per order, made with 100% fresh, never frozen hand-cut beef, for up to 12...

Taco Bell Unlocks a New Dimension of Heat with Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets

Taco Bell is pushing Crispy Chicken into a new diablo-level dimension. Starting April 16 for a limited time, the brand is leveling up its fan-favorite Crispy Chicken Nuggets with the all-new Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets – a fiery remix powered by the first-ever transformation of Taco Bell's cult-favorite Diablo Sauce into a bold new format: Diablo Dust.

Sauce packets have long been the unsung heroes of Taco Bell fandom, inspiring taste tests and...

Chop Steakhouse & Bar Introduces Its Most Refined Steak Masters Menu Yet

A new Steak Masters menu has arrived at Chop Steakhouse & Bar, offering guests the opportunity to explore elevated cuts, dynamic flavours, and expertly executed dishes. Available across Canada today until June 7 2026, the menu blends classic steakhouse foundations with contemporary culinary influences.

Celebrating its fifth year, Steak Masters continues to highlight Chop’s commitment to innovation under Executive Chef Stephen Clark, with a focus on sustainable ingredients and expertly crafted dishes. Guests can expect:

• Wagyu Steak Bites: Wasabi chive aioli & truffle honey dijon
• Patatas Bravas: Crispy potatoes with spicy...

Papa Johns Turns Up the Heat on Menu Innovation with Bold New Launch: Oven‑Toasted Sandwiches

Papa Johns is raising the bar on sandwich flavor with the debut of its new Oven‑Toasted Sandwiches, a crave‑worthy lineup crafted to bring the brand’s signature “better ingredients” promise into an exciting new category. As Papa Johns continues its evolution beyond pizza, this launch marks a defining step, introducing sandwiches that don’t just compete in the category, but aim to redefine it with bigger flavor, higher-quality ingredients, and a more indulgent experience.

“This launch...

Taco Bell Expands Chicken Platform in Response to Consumer Demand

Taco Bell is expanding its chicken platform with two menu updates that build on existing formats and respond to sustained consumer demand for chicken.

Starting March 19, the chain is introducing the Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap Slider for a limited-time. Meanwhile, the Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla transitions from a limited-time offer to a permanent menu item after successful testing. The product features slow-roasted chicken in a portable, rolled format, further diversifying Taco Bell’s chicken lineup.

"The response to Crispy Chicken Nuggets...

Applebee's Reintroduces the Big Easy Menu featuring New Bayou Shrimp Bowl and Big Easy Burger

Applebee's has reintroduced its Big Easy Menu, capturing the bold Bayou flavors of New Orleans. Specials start at $11.99 and are available for a limited time.

This year, Applebee's has unveiled its NEW Big Easy Burger and NEW Bayou Shrimp Bowl. The menu also includes fan favorites like Applebee’s Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp Skillet, Bourbon Street Steak, and the Bourbon Street Mushroom Swiss Burger.

The NEW Bayou Shrimp Bowl features blackened shrimp, smoky Andouille sausage, Spanish rice, garlicky green...

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Footprint Expands as JRI Acquires HCI Hospitality

JRI Hospitality has announced the acquisition of HCI Hospitality, a multi-brand restaurant company. This strategic move significantly boosts JRI's portfolio, particularly with HCI's Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers restaurants. Previously managing over 88 units across 15 states, JRI will now oversee more than 130 Freddy's locations spanning 18 states.

Founder and CEO of JRI Hospitality, Jason Ingermanson, highlighted the mutual values shared between the two companies. "The acquisition of HCI is a unique opportunity to bring two great teams together," he said. "Their reputation...

Sonny's BBQ Celebrates Spring with a New Seasonal Menu That's "Worth the Mess"

As the seasons shift and warmer days return, Sonny's BBQ is giving guests even more reasons to gather with the launch of its Spring Menu, available starting today at all Sonny's locations nationwide.

This limited-time lineup blends vibrant seasonal flavors with Sonny's signature slow-smoked barbecue, delivering craveable comfort with a fresh twist. From bold new sauces to indulgent sandwiches and shareable favorites, the seasonal menu celebrates bright flavors and smoky classics alike, with each dish proving...

KFC Introduces $20 Build a Bucket and Brings Back the Twister

KFC have announced the return of its beloved Twister and the debut of the $20 Build a Bucket.

Melissa Cash, Chief Marketing Officer for KFC US said, "In today's market, value can't just mean price, and portability can't come at the expense of satisfaction. We brought back the original Twister fans love as a wrap that stands on its own, now with even more ways to customize it, including a bacon option."

Back by popular demand, the Twister has...

Pei Wei Asian Kitchen Turns Up the Heat in Lake Nona

Pei Wei Asian Kitchen is planting roots in Lake Nona, bringing bold, wok-fired flavor to one of Orlando's fastest-growing communities. Built to match the neighborhood's vibrant energy, the new restaurant delivers fresh, made-to-order dishes, signature sauces, and fast, approachable dining designed for guests on the go.

The Lake Nona restaurant reflects Pei Wei's modern design direction, blending warm textures, contemporary lighting, and standout details that create a lively, welcoming dining space.

The opening also highlights Pei Wei's continued focus on...

Fresh, Bold, Protein-Packed: Wendy's Introduces Two Savory Menu Innovations

Fresh innovation meets premium quality with Wendy's® new Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger and Chicken Tenders Ranch Wrap, expanding Wendy's protein lineup with bold, high-quality ingredients.

The Details:

The Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger starts with a quarter pound* of fresh, never frozen beef, topped with American cheese, three strips of Applewood-smoked bacon and ooey-gooey cheddar cheese sauce all stacked on a premium toasted bun.

The Chicken Tenders Ranch Wrap features two crispy, juicy all-white meat chicken tenders wrapped in a soft flour tortilla...

Cracker Barrel Leans Into Spring with New and Returning Seasonal Items

Cracker Barrel is looking ahead to spring with a refreshed menu that blends returning guest favorites with strategic new additions, reinforcing its focus on familiarity and comfort. The update highlights the brand’s continued emphasis on core flavors while layering in limited-time variety to drive traffic.

"Spring has always been a season of coming together, and that sense of connection is at the heart of who we are," said Thomas Yun, Vice President of Menu Strategy and Innovation at Cracker Barrel. "Our spring...

Blimpie Stacks the Flavor with New Deli Primo Sub

This year, Blimpie® (www.Blimpie.com) is turning up the flavor with the launch of its newest menu item, the Deli Primo. Perfect for lunch, dinner or anytime cravings, this hearty sub is available for a limited time now through June 1, 2026.

The Deli Primo is loaded high with premium deli meats, such as roast beef, turkey, salami, proscuittini and layered with pepperjack cheese, fresh tomatoes, lettuce and onion and finished with a sprinkle of zesty parm seasoning. The sub is then topped with a bold...

Long John Silver’s Brings Back $6 Fish & Chicken Basket

Long John Silver’s is bringing back its popular fish baskets, harmonizing flavors from both sea and land while delivering the value customers seek. This revival features the $6 Fish & Chicken Basket for a limited time. 

"Guests have been telling us for years that our chicken is a best-kept secret," said Christopher Caudill, Long John Silver's senior vice president of marketing and innovation. "Our hand-battered chicken strips—known as Chicken Planks—are every bit as crave-worthy as our legendary fish. It's time we let that secret...

Arby’s Debuts Steak Nuggets for a Limited-Time

Today, amidst the overwhelming popularity of chicken options in food service, Arby's is betting on its latest innovation.

True to its slogan, "We Have the Meats," the company has launched steak nuggets for a limited time.

“Who doesn’t love tender and savory steak? But, until now, it’s been inconvenient to eat, particularly on the go,” said Jeff Baker, Chief Marketing Officer at Arby’s. “That’s why we created this new innovative product. Two of America’s favorite foods – nuggets and steak – combined to create Arby’s Steak Nuggets. No knife needed, fork...

Popeyes Re-introduces its Wings Lineup

Officially in restaurants nationwide today, Popeyes® is re-introducing their wings lineup, now with a new mild marinated base on their bone- mild or spicy!

Popeyes new wings lineup spotlights their three bestselling sauce flavors: Signature Hot, Sweet 'N Spicy and Honey BBQ, as well as four all-new dry rubs: Ghost Pepper, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parm, and Buffalo all featured on a mild marinated based wing.

• Mild Base on All Bone-In Wings: Now every bone-in wing starts with our mild marinated base – featuring a savory...

Report Finds Full-Service Restaurants are Winning Back Customers with Menu Updates

Full-service restaurants are hoping to make a comeback in 2025, thanks to menu updates and operational improvements, according to Chatmeter’s latest Full-Service Reputation Ranking Report. 

The report, based on over one million reviews from June 16, 2023 to June 15, 2025, analyzed customer feedback across 10 of America's largest casual dining chains. The findings suggest that restaurants introducing new menu items and enhancing the overall dining experience are seeing a spike in both demand and customer reviews.  

The Cheesecake Factory, which claimed the...

Smashburger Expands with Seasonal, Value Menus

Smashburger, one of the nation’s leading better-burger fast casual concepts, is expanding its menu this summer as part of a broader strategy to drive traffic and increase customer engagement.

The brand has launched two new menu initiatives: the "Summer of Smash" limited-time menu and a new All-The-Time Menu aimed at price-sensitive consumers.

The Summer of Smash menu features the debut of the All-Angus Big Dog, available in four builds: Americana, Bacon Cheese, Chili Cheese, and Chili Cheese Jalapeño...

Taco Bell Builds on Crispy Chicken Momentum with New Lineup

After the sell-out success of its tortilla-coated Crispy Chicken Nuggets, Taco Bell is expanding into strips, the next phase in what’s shaping up to be a full-fledged crispy chicken platform.

Starting June 17, the brand debuts Crispy Chicken Strips across tacos and burritos. Made with all-white meat chicken, the strips are marinated in zesty jalapeño buttermilk and breaded in a blend of tortilla chips and breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Each build is layered with shredded cheddar, pico de...

KFC Relaunches $7 Fill Ups Nationwide, Partners with F1® THE MOVIE for Summer Campaign

KFC is bringing back its popular $7 Fill Ups, offering four complete meal options at a strong value price point. The return aligns with a nationwide marketing partnership with F1® THE MOVIE, positioning KFC as a go-to stop for quick, satisfying meals this summer.

$7 Fill Ups – Available Now Nationwide:
Each Fill Up includes an entrée, mashed potatoes with gravy, a biscuit, two pie poppers, and a medium drink.

• Three-Piece Tenders Fill Up...

Popeyes Rolls Out All-New Chicken Wraps

Popeyes is heating up the summer with the launch of an all-new menu category. Introducing the Popeyes Chicken Wrap — a bold, grab-and-go option packed with flavor and value, available for a limited time.

Each wrap features a hand-breaded, crispy chicken tender, crisp lettuce, shredded cheese, crunchy pickles, and your choice of Classic, Spicy, or Honey Mustard spread — all wrapped in a soft, warm tortilla inspired by our famous biscuits.

The Chicken Wraps come in three crave-worthy variations, each available for just $3.99...