Georgia McDonald's employee says 6,400-item order cost more than $7,000
A McDonald's employee in Georgia said she was skeptical when someone called to order 1,600 McChicken sandwiches, 1,600 McDoubles and 3,200 cookies in four hours.
IBM, McDonald's to serve up automated drive-thru lanes with strategic partnership
IBM will help scale McDonald's automated order taking technology and tackle integrations, including additional languages, dialects and menu variations
California county closes In-N-Out because burger chain refuses to enforce COVID-19 vaccination rules
Another California county closed down an In-N-Out restaurant on Tuesday because the popular burger chain refuses to enforce COVID-19 vaccination rules.
Goldee’s in Fort Worth named No. 1 BBQ joint in state by Texas Monthly
Goldee’s in Fort Worth was named the No. 1 BBQ joint in the state by Texas Monthly. The magazine released its updated rankings on Monday, its first in more than four years.
Texas restaurants short 125,000 workers as slow pace of hiring continues
It's been seven months since Texas lifted restaurant capacity restrictions, but some eateries can't open up to 100 percent due to ongoing staffing shortages.
Rowlett sports bar kicks out couple for wearing masks
A couple says they were inside the Hang Time Restaurant for less than 10 minutes. The couple claims they were told to leave because both of them were wearing masks. "F***k the pandemic. I don’t care about that s**t," the owner said. "I’m tired of it. I’m tired of the masks."
NYC to require proof of vaccination for indoor dining, entertainment, fitness
New York City will require proof of vaccination for people who want to dine indoors and take part in other activities like gyms and theaters and for those who work there.
Nearly 500 San Francisco bars may check customers' COVID vaccination status
In an effort to curb infections and protect workers, patrons must show proof that they are fully vaccinated or present a 72-hour negative COVID test to eat or drink indoors.
After 66 years in Dallas, Mac’s Bar-B-Que closing Monday
A Dallas barbecue staple is saying goodbye Monday.
McDonald’s to bolster free child care, paid tuition to entice workers
McDonald’s plans to invest millions more into new and already-existing programs to allow its franchisees to entice new employees and retain current workers.
Papa John's to lay out $2.5M in hiring, referral, appreciation bonuses
Employees who already work at Papa John's are eligible for up to $400 in appreciation bonuses.
Chipotle accepting TikTok resumes as it looks to hire 120 employees in Dallas
Chipotle is turning to TikTok to help hire new team members as the service industry reports having trouble hiring workers right now.
Subway unveils biggest menu revamp — but its tuna will stay the same
The sandwich chain will also be giving away 1M free subs on July 13 to celebrate the revamp.
North Texas restaurants ask for patience as they deal with supply disruptions, shortages
North Texas restaurant owners and managers are asking customers to be more patient while they take on yet another challenge -- shortages in the supply chain.
Wild About Harry's closing Dallas location after 25 years
Sunday is the last day Wild About Harry's will be open near the corner of Knox and Travis Street.
Iowa man arrested in McDonald’s bomb threat over missing sauce, police say
Ankeny police arrested 42-year-old Robert Golwitzer Jr. last weekend for allegedly threatening to blow up a McDonald’s for not including a dipping sauce in his nuggets order.
St. Pete bartender goes viral after using fake receipt to rescue woman from being harassed
A St. Pete bartender is being called a hero for saving a woman from a 'creepy' guy, using a receipt clipboard to pass her a note, asking if she wanted help.
Simpsons-themed pop-up bars debut in Dallas
A portion of Lower Greenville will look more like The Simpsons’ Springfield.
Taste Addison festival returns post-pandemic
North Texans are kicking off the weekend with a true taste of summer. Taste Addison is back after a year break in its decades-old tradition.
Kentucky bar owner requiring patrons to show vaccine card before ditching masks
"No shirt No shoes No vax card NO DICE.”