Jack in the Box and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Jack in the Box, Top 100 Brunch Restaurants, Miami Grill, Dave’s Hot Chicken, and Enzo’s & CarmelCorn are the top stories for the week ending April 27, 2025, according to RestaurantNews.com.

Jack in the Box plans to close up to 200 locations as part of its “JACK on Track” initiative to enhance long-term financial performance. OpenTable releases its list of Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America for 2025 to help families secure the perfect spot for Mother’s Day.

Miami Grill introduces a new all-takeaway concept with a double drive-thru lane, while Dave’s Hot Chicken debuts its first food truck at Coachella for the third year in a row. Enzo’s & CarmelCorn launch a joint franchise opportunity, and Pepper Lunch continues its success from 2024 with strong sales and guest satisfaction.

In other news, Krispy Krunchy Chicken expands to Montana, bringing its Cajun-spiced fried chicken to all 48 contiguous states. Papa Murphy’s reintroduces the Taco Grande Pizza and adds new salad options, while Outback Steakhouse launches Hot Wing Roo-lette for a spicy dining experience. Huddle House enhances its burger menu with a new Smashed Burger lineup.

Founders Table partners with Tattle to improve guest experience at Chopt and Dos Toros, and Franchise Growth Solutions announces the return of the New York Franchisor Forum. Jersey Mike’s appoints Charlie Morrison as CEO, and I Scream Gelato expands with a new franchise agreement in Austin, Texas.