restaurant industry

Founded in 2018, Daddy’s Chicken Shack’s Southern-inspired menu includes fried and grilled chicken, as well as sandwiches, sliders, popcorn chicken, burritos, salads and loaded fries.
Jul 9, 2026

Esperto names leaders to grow Daddy’s Chicken Shack (updated)

Esperto Hospitality Group named three executives to lead growth of Daddy's Chicken Shack as it prepares its New Jersey debut.

Dabba
Jun 11, 2026

Wonder expands Dabba Indian food concept menu in NJ

Food hall chain Wonder is expanding its Dabba concept with six new Indian-inspired menu items rolling out across New Jersey locations.

Jersey Mike’s serves authentic fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs on freshly baked bread — the same recipe it started with in 1956.
Apr 20, 2026

Jersey Mike’s files for IPO, targets $12B valuation

Jersey Mike’s has filed confidentially for an IPO, with reports valuing the fast-growing sandwich chain at more than $12B ahead of a potential 2026 debut.

Jersey Mike's Subs appointed Andrew Skehan as president of International.
Nov 24, 2025

Jersey Mike’s taps Skehan to lead global expansion

The Manasquan-based chain appointed restaurant industry veteran Andrew Skehan as its first president of international to drive growth across Canada, the U.K. and beyond.

The New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association hosted its 40th Awards Ceremony Nov. 5, 2025.
Nov 21, 2025

NJRHA awards honor New Jersey hospitality leaders

The New Jersey Restaurant and Hospitality Association recognized top innovators at the ceremony, celebrating restaurateurs, hoteliers and creators across the state.

In the Lead: Legacy Businesses
Oct 2, 2025

Jersey Mike’s adds chief people officer post to executive team

HR veteran Betsy Mercado will serve in the inaugural role for the Manasquan-based sub chain, strengthening its people-first culture during rapid growth.

Jersey Mike's
Apr 24, 2025

Jersey Mike’s CEO Cancro steps down, Morrison named

Industry veteran and former Winstop CEO Charlie Morrison will succeed Peter Cancro, who celebrates 50 years with the company in 2025, and has grown the sub shop from one location to 3,000-plus.

Chef cooking vegetables in wok pan.
Feb 12, 2024

Restaurants helping workers deal with pressure-cooker industry

The staggering rate of burnout, sleep disorders, exhaustion, depression and substance abuse is raising broader questions about culture of the sector and its impact on worker mental health.