As quick-service restaurants (QSRs) look to capture more of consumers’ meal occasions, McDonald’s Indonesia is making a play for the lucrative wedding market with its new package deal. The restaurant’s social channels in Indonesia recently announced the launch of the “Wedding Mekdi” package, selling 100...
Today in food commerce, PYMNTS data reveal how consumers’ restaurant expectations are changing, and Panera goes all in on subscription commerce. Plus, David Bloom, Chief Development and Operating Officer of Capriotti’s and Wing Zone, speaks with PYMNTS about how the brands are handling inflationary challenges....
With off-premises ordering proving sticky, Bloomin’ Brands, parent company of several casual dining chains including Outback Steakhouse and Carrabba’s Italian Grill, is finding ways to make the economics of the various channels work in its favor. Still, the company is underperforming, and investors are taking...
With COVID-19 case counts on the rise and shutdowns going back into effect in an increasing number of states, the already rocky road restaurants had ahead of them looks to have gotten more treacherous. Which, in turn, has made more restaurateurs discover more novel approaches to...
October 16, 2019
At multiple restaurants operated by one of its franchisees, Outback Steakhouse is testing machine learning (ML) technology from Presto. The test is focused on the restaurant lobby, but could grow to the kitchen, curbside pickup and dining room areas, CNBC reported. Presto Founder and CEO Rajat Suri said the technology assists restaurants in fixing blind spots, noting that “managers […]
October 29, 2014
Taco Bell and Outback Steakhouse are shifting their businesses to deal with the new smartphone reality. Taco Bell on Tuesday (Oct. 28), for example, rolled out its version of the...
