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CHI-CHI\u2019S, Lulu\u2019s Ice Cream Social, Goode Partners, Wings \u2018N More, and Haywire lead RestaurantNews.com\u2019s Top 10 stories for the week ending December 8, 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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1) CHI-CHI\u2019S Restaurants Set for Comeback After Two Decades<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
20 Years after last CHI-CHI\u2019S restaurant closed its doors, once popular Mexican chain gets chance at revival.<\/p>\n

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2) Lulu\u2019s Ice Cream Social to Open Their First Store in Buffalo Grove, Illinois<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
Lulu\u2019s Ice Cream Social, opening soon in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is the delightful vision of local entrepreneur Beth Kampner, who set out to create a space as irresistible as her handmade ice cream.<\/p>\n

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3) Goode Partners Announces Strategic Investment in Wings \u2018N More to Accelerate Growth<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
The investment by Goode Partners, combined with debt financing from Gladstone Capital Corporation, will help drive the company\u2019s geographic expansion and accelerate growth of the popular Wings \u2018N More brand.<\/p>\n

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4) Restaurant Deals for December 2024<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
December Restaurant Deals from Angry Chickz, Bar Louie, Cajun Steamer, City BBQ, Eddie Merlot\u2019s, Golden Corral, Happy Joe\u2019s Pizza & Ice Cream, Logan\u2019s Roadhouse, Moxies, Newk\u2019s Eatery, Polly\u2019s Pies, Raising Cane\u2019s, Sullivan\u2019s Steakhouse, Tender Greens, The Greene Turtle, Tim Hortons, Tocaya Organica, Twin Peaks, and Wahlburgers.<\/p>\n

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5) Haywire is Now Open in San Antonio<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
Haywire, the Texas-inspired restaurant celebrated for its farm-to-fork menu, elevated whiskey, and wine collections, and authentic Lone Star ambiance officially opened its doors in San Antonio.<\/p>\n

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6) Sip, Snack and Celebrate: Red Lobster Announces Launch of Happy Hour<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
Now available every Monday through Friday from 3pm to 6pm local time at participating restaurants nationwide \u2013 guests can visit their nearest Red Lobster location to enjoy $5 Drink Specials and $2 Off Select Starters.<\/p>\n

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7) Cherry Bounce Hospitality Finalizes Acquisition of Party Fowl as the Brand Completes Strategic Restructuring Phase<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
Renowned Nashville hot chicken brand poised for future growth alongside new partners as it celebrates 10-year anniversary.<\/p>\n

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8) Pizza Hut Pilots New Restaurant Design in Plano, Texas<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
New restaurant features pick-up cabinets, self-service kiosks and Pizza Hut\u2019s first Hut \u2018N Go drive-thru menu in the U.S.<\/p>\n

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9) First Alexandria Paris Baguette Caf\u00e9 Grand Opening on December 15th as the Brand Continues to Dominate the Bakery Franchise Space<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
The Alexandria growth is being led by franchisee Sam Sadeghi. Sadeghi, a real estate entrepreneur, was inspired by his father, who took up baking when he moved from Iran to the United States.<\/p>\n

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10) Nick the Greek Debuts First Drive-Thru Restaurant in California<\/u><\/a><\/strong>
Following the overwhelming success of the brand\u2019s inaugural drive-thru in Houston, this new store format reflects Nick the Greek\u2019s commitment to enhancing guest convenience and meeting consumer demand for high-quality, quick-service meal options.<\/p>\n

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