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In 2012, the brand enjoyed a record-breaking year with same-store sales increases of 8.3 percent. Captain D’s continued that positive trend posting positive Q1 sales numbers, and are now reporting at close of Q2 a 5.3 percent same-store sales growth for the system, with increases of 3.9% for franchise restaurants and 6.6% for company locations.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) plans to serve more than 15 million pounds of locally grown produce in its restaurants this year, up from its 2012 goal of 10 million pounds.

Whatafries were developed by the H-E-B product team in conjunction with Texas icon Whataburger as a unique product sold exclusively at H-E-B. The product will make its way to H-E-B snack aisles this week and will be available in all H-E-B, Central Market, Mi Tienda, and Joe V’s Smart Shop stores by June 24.

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Their Los Angeles presence is growing with this new Brentwood store opening June 19. The newly renovated San Vicente Blvd. space and previous host to La Salsa will be the company's eleventh location and 4th in Los Angeles.

The Flatbreads come six to a box, and can be topped three different ways with up to three toppings each – all for $11.99.

These limited time only incentives, some of the steepest the brand has ever offered, are part of Baskin-Robbins' growth plans to attract new franchisees and develop with current franchisees through remodels, relocations and expansion.

Dunkin' Donuts recently unveiled a new store design, the brand's first in nearly seven years. The contemporary new look provides an update to Dunkin' Donuts' current restaurant appearance and layout, reflecting the company's evolution from a morning destination into a brand that serves people all day long.

In a search to find the best new recipe in America, US Foods is launching the second annual Next Top Product Contest. Focused on uncovering the best bakery, hot appetizer or sauce recipe, Next Top Product gives customers the opportunity to submit their recipe for a chance to have it made into a US Foods commercial product that will be available across the country.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) today announced that it has substantially completed its previously disclosed review of market performance for its Qdoba Mexican Grill® brand. As a result of this comprehensive review, the company plans to close 67 of its company-operated Qdoba restaurants by the end of fiscal 2013, which ends Sept. 29, 2013.