Freddy s COO: You can go your own way
Scott Redler, co-founder and COO of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, reveals that although the chain has never strayed from the Freddy s Way, it has made a variety of changes over the years, including a recent merger and focusing on off-premise dining amid the pandemic.
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By Scott Redler, co-founder and COO, Freddy s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
As a leader, you re often faced with hard decisions and unexpected obstacles that can t be planned for. The past 12 months have challenged our industry across the board and it s safe to say that each and every leader was forced to make timely decisions that will no doubt impact the future of their brand for better or worse.
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April 22, 2021
Who says brunch has to wait for the weekend? Thanks to the Habit Burger Grill s latest addition to its menu, The Brunch Charburger, customers can brunch any day of the week, according to a company release.
The burger, available for a limited time, features a sunny-side egg on top of a chargrilled patty, hickory-smoked bacon, melted cheese and comes on a toasted brioche bun with a layer of potato tots and the Habit s house-made secret sauce.
In addition to burgers, the restaurant serves handcrafted sandwiches, Sushi-grade ahi tuna and made-to-order salads and a wide selection of sides.
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April 12, 2021
In a quest to get closer to its margin goals Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. has increased prices on its steak and barbacoa items by about 4%, according to data released by Truist Securities.
The firm estimates beef is included in 25% to 30% of the chain s average check, according to a Market Watch report.
The price increase demonstrates the brand s commitment to achieving its long-term margin framework, a Truist analyst wrote in a note.
The company s stock is up 111.2% over the past year, according to Market Watch.
Stand-Up Burgers serves up plant-based burgers while doing good in the community.
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If you want to go up against a heavy hitter in the California burger scene, such as the iconic In and Out Burger, you better have a product that can cut the mustard, so to speak.
T.K. Pillan, co-founder of Veggie Grill, believes his new brand, Stand-Up Burgers, opening Wednesday in Berkeley, California, has what it takes. Instead of 100% beef, Pillan is serving 100% plant-based offerings, including the Freebird Crispy Chickin Sandwich and the BBQ Bacon Burger as well as the Falafel Wrap and Save the Animal-Style Fries.
After launching its Spicy Fi ed Chicken Sandwich during the spicy chicken sandwich wars, BurgerFi is upping the ante and ready to do battle in another sandwich war: the spicy burger. The Spicy Wagyu Burger (SWAG) will be added to BurgerFi…