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Restaurant Business is the leading media brand in the commercial foodservice industry, with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation and growth.

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Five Guys is making some changes.

This week’s episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Molly Catalano, the chief marketing officer for the Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual burger chain.

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How will restaurants fare in 2026?

This week’s episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Michelle Korsmo, the president and CEO of the National Restaurant Association, who talks about the trade group’s State of the Industry R... more

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What is the status of Starbucks’ turnaround?

This week’s episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Mike Grams, the chief operating officer of the coffee shop giant.

Grams joined us from a Starbucks Reserve location in New Yo... more

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What are retailers doing to compete more aggressively with restaurants?

This week’s episode of A Deeper Dive looks at the retail sector, specifically convenience stores and grocers. I’m joined this week by Heather Lalley, the managing editor for Res... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Grams
Chief Operating Officer for Starbucks
Starbucks
Episode: How Starbucks is changing its coffee shops
Heather Lalley
Managing Editor at Restaurant Business and covers retail.
Restaurant Business
Episode: How convenience stores and supermarkets are gunning for restaurants
Jennifer Meyers
Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal, obsessed with consumer behavior and restaurant dynamics
Alvarez & Marsal
Episode: Why consumers' views on value are changing
Dan Anfinson
COO of Mac Haik Restaurant Group, a First Watch franchisee
Mac Haik Restaurant Group
Episode: How AI is helping restaurants in the back of the house
Matt Wampler
Co-founder of ClearCOGs
ClearCOGs
Episode: How AI is helping restaurants in the back of the house
Bruce Harris
Director of Financial Applications and Intelligence at Torchy's Tacos
Torchy's Tacos
Episode: How AI is helping restaurants in the back of the house
Khara Mangiduyos
Owner of Kalei's Kitchenette
Kalei's Kitchenette
Episode: How AI is helping restaurants in the back of the house
Christian Frangiatis
Executive Chef of One by Spork
One by Spork
Episode: AI is playing a bigger role in menu development
Steve Smite
Director of Restaurant Technology for Taco John's
Taco John's
Episode: How AI may, or may not, change the drive-thru

Host

Jonathan Mays
Editor-in-Chief of Restaurant Business and host of A Deeper Dive. He specializes in topics related to the commercial foodservice industry, entrepreneurship, and innovative growth strategies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • Subway

    Subway does not have company stores as they know they are not profitable. When they did have some they didn’t run well. Over the decades Subway brought people from the field that were not good leaders and/or weak managers (dept heads). I was surprised to see how generally weak employees were at HQ.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Subjourney
    Canada5 years ago
  • Great content, spotty audio

    I love the content and insights of each episode but audio quality needs improvement. The latest Raising Canes episode was extremely hard to hear given the use and recording of a speaker phone. Suggestion: record all episodes through Skype or other online platform.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    patrick44575
    United States6 years ago
  • Halal guys

    Really people were coming from California and Canada to eat their food from a cart in NYC. And their delivery via 3rd party is 35% of their business. Stop the fake news.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    holemole fish tacos
    United States6 years ago
  • Wow!

    Fantastic podcast that covers all aspects of the business. Interesting and thought provoking. Great mix of topics and interviews. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jrmiletti
    United States7 years ago
  • Restaurant Rockstars!

    Jonathan and his incredibly knowledgeable guests shine the brightest of lights on the restaurant industry and those inside it! Bold, insightful, and engaging are just a few of the words I’d use to describe the time you’ll spend with them. Thanks for putting out such a superb show Jonathan - keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katie Joy B.
    United States7 years ago

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Five Guys is making some changes
Q: What is going on at Five Guys right now beyond the catering stuff?
Molly discusses the company's 40th anniversary, the new approach to combos, and increased marketing efforts in response to customer feedback and changing market dynamics.
Five Guys is making some changes
Q: What kind of potential do you see this from a sales standpoint?
Molly believes that while catering has been small in sales, a 5%-10% contribution would be amazing, as they aim to enhance existing customer offerings.
Five Guys is making some changes
Q: So how does it work?
Molly explains that catering can be ordered through their app or online, with a special tab for that, or through Easy Cater, and the burgers are served undressed with toppings on the side for customization at gatherings.
How convenience stores and supermarkets are gunning for restaurants
Q: What the hell is going on with Amazon right now?
Amazon is shutting down its Fresh grocery stores and Amazon Go convenience stores due to their soulless shopping experience.
How Starbucks is changing its coffee shops
Q: Can you talk about the remodels that you've been talking seats and stuff like that?
Mike Grams explained that they've completed 200 remodels so far and aim to complete over a thousand by 2026.

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Focused on the commercial foodservice industry, content centers around pressing issues, innovations, and trends that impact entrepreneurs and restaurant operators. Episodes tackle a variety of subjects, from marketing strategies and consumer behavior to the implications of technology and artificial intelligence in restaurant operations. Notable features include interviews with industry leaders and insights from experts that provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the restaurant sector. This podcast is likely to resonate with those looking for actionable insights and nuanced discussions on restaurant business dynamics.

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1. Restaurant Daily
2. Extra Serving: A restaurant industry podcast
3. Menu Talk
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2. Heather Lalley
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4. Dan Anfinson
5. Matt Wampler
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7. Khara Mangiduyos
8. Christian Frangiatis

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