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Noodles had a pretty fabulous second quarter. The Popeyes franchisee Sailormen finds a new buyer for some units. And consumers sure loved Wendy’s Frosty totes and other merch.

Taco Bell is trying to lure back customers. Chick-fil-A is testing a spicy version of its Chick-n-Strips. And Salad and Go has reworked its menu.

Ron Shaich invests more in eatertainment. Chili’s gets a new look. And Domino’s is adjusting its marketing calendar.

Former longtime Hopdoddy CEO Jeff Chandler has a new gig. Cracker Barrel’s comeback is picking up steam. And Popeyes really wants consumers to try its new chicken tenders.

Domino’s exceeded Wall Street’s expectations. Maple Street Biscuit Company has a new owner. And Jersey Mike’s IPO is off and running.

Topgolf is turning its venues into an advertising channel. Wonder is coming for fast food. A sexual harassment suit involving the restaurant Bouchon in Las Vegas is settled.

Chipotle is hydrating for the last World Cup game. Wonder’s valuation is reaching $9 Billion. And operating expenses for restaurants are up. Really up.

Texas Roadhouse is testing delivery. Chick-fil-A is modernizing playgrounds. And the James Beard Awards ceremony may be leaving Chicago.

Taco Bell wants to make it clear the chain has NOT been IDed as a source of cyclospora. Chipotle opens in Mexico for the first time. And Yoshinoya has picked up a ramen chain to grow in the U.S.

Panera is making a big change to its Unlimited Sip Club. Papa Murphy’s is continuing to close restaurants. And Olive Garden is bringing back a much-loved promotion.