A round-up of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk, including new Michelin Guide ratings for Los Cabos and Red Lobster’s bankruptcy filing.
- Did making endless shrimp a permanent part of the menu spell the end of Red Lobster? That appears to be one prominent line of thought making the rounds in light of Red Lobster’s bankruptcy filing.
openings
- Toppers Pizza has signed deals with three new franchisees to open nine new North Carolina locations including in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greenville, and Durham.
- Huddle House’s largest franchisee will open his 24th location in Starke, Fla.
- Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream is set to open two more restaurants in Egypt as part of a larger area development deal.
- Nick the Greek’s newest Bay Area location brings the brand’s California footprint to 62 locations.
branding
- BurgerFi is rebranding as ChickenFi to promote its new fried chicken sandwiches.
Flora's Field Kitchen was recognized with a Michelin Green Star, which honors the restaurant’s commitment to sustainability.
recognition
- Michelin Guide released its first-ever Guide for Mexico, which featured 13 restaurants across the Los Cabos area. Included in the guide is one Michelin Star rating, two Green Stars, two Bib Gourmands and nine recommended restaurants.