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A recent case study of Cracker Barrel's branding failure highlights the importance of understanding a restaurant's core concept and staying true to its foundational qualities.
A recent case study of Cracker Barrel's branding failure highlights the importance of understanding a restaurant's core concept and staying true to its foundational qualities.

A recent case study of Cracker Barrel's branding failure highlights the importance of understanding a restaurant's core concept and staying true to its foundational qualities.

A&W Restaurants has revealed a new design for its restaurants, aiming to attract more customers and franchisees. The new prototype blends functionality with an exceptional dine-in experience, catering to different types of real estate and seating up to 70 customers.

Several new restaurants and bars have opened in the Bay Area, including an Indian coffee shop and a modern Vietnamese restaurant.

Eater SF's Heatmap highlights recently opened spots or ones they're particularly excited about for one reason or another.

Eater SF's guide to the best food and drink options at this year's Outside Lands festival in San Francisco.
A&W Restaurants has revealed a new design for its restaurants, aiming to attract more customers and franchisees. The new prototype blends functionality with an exceptional dine-in experience, catering to different types of real estate and seating up to 70 customers.

Several new restaurants and bars have opened in the Bay Area, including an Indian coffee shop and a modern Vietnamese restaurant.

Eater SF's Heatmap highlights recently opened spots or ones they're particularly excited about for one reason or another.

Eater SF's guide to the best food and drink options at this year's Outside Lands festival in San Francisco.

The annual three-day music festival in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park drew a sold-out crowd of 75,000 visitors per day, with over 100 food vendors keeping the crowds fed. The festival featured big music acts, including headliners Charli XCX, The Strokes, and Rüfüs Du Soul.

Several Bay Area restaurants have closed their doors in recent weeks, including Horn Barbecue's last location in Oakland, Perle Bar, and Wood Tavern.

The Mess Hall at the Presidio, a new food hall in San Francisco's Tunnel Tops Park, offers a variety of dining options and stunning views of the city.

Eater Editors recommend the best restaurants around Times Square, including seafood Thai, steakhouses, and international cuisine.

Discover the best eating and drinking destinations in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood, featuring a mix of world-famous restaurants, craft cocktail dives, and unique dining experiences.

Eugene Remm's new restaurant, Cafe Charmant, is set to open in mid-September at 340 Bleecker Street, offering a French brasserie experience with a coastal spin.


Michelin-starred restaurant Sons & Daughters has evolved under the guidance of executive chef Harrison Cheney, embracing New Nordic techniques and local produce in a zero-waste kitchen.

The U.S. Open is coming to Queens, and with it, a variety of dining options for tennis fans. From big-name chefs to familiar New York City food businesses, there's something for everyone. Here's a guide to the best places to eat and drink during the tournament.

A roundup of new restaurants, bars, and cafes that have opened in NYC in August 2026.

Bar Chucho, a new Mexican bar on the Lower East Side, offers a unique and enjoyable experience with its funky atmosphere and good food.

Olmo, a Mexican restaurant in Brooklyn, is expanding with a new taqueria and cafe called Peral, in collaboration with Mexico City-based cafe and bar Cicatriz.

Discover the best of Columbus, Ohio, during an Ohio State Buckeyes game weekend with this three-day itinerary, covering downtown, the University District, and the Short North.

New York City's restaurant scene is experiencing a significant decline, with several establishments shutting down in August 2026. The closures include historic diners, fast-casual chains, and independent eateries, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the industry.

Eater rounds up the latest news from New York City's restaurant scene, including the apparent collapse of pioneering falafel chain Taïm, a new high-end Chinese duck restaurant, and more.

A fire broke out at the Ambassadors Clubhouse, a swanky British import Indian restaurant in Nomad, New York City, forcing it to temporarily close its doors.

A guide to enjoying a football weekend in Austin, featuring boutique hotels, local dining, outdoor activities, and game-day traditions around the University of Texas campus.

The new Anthony Bourdain biopic, 'Tony', takes a unique approach to the chef's life story by portraying him as unlikeable and vulnerable, rather than the charismatic figure he is often remembered as.

In an effort to create repeat business, restaurants are using automated emails to build relationships with customers.

Chef Hasung Lee's Oyatte restaurant in New York City has been making waves in the culinary scene with its inventive eight-course tasting menu and focus on seasonal produce.
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