Taste Tracker

Pat Cobe

Every week, Senior Menu Editor Pat Cobe takes a look at the latest new menu news from major chains and menu trends. The column features extensive work from RB Art Director Nico Heins on a visual presentation.

Food

Plants continue to grow on menus

Taste Tracker: Pizza Hut, Dog Haus and Lucille’s add plant-based items; it’s back-to-school time for Carl’s Jr. and McAlister’s; Red Robin heats up while BurgerFi cools off; and BBQ season is not over yet.

Food

Taste Tracker: Pumpkin spice is showing up early—but not in a latte

Jamba jumps into fall with a smoothie; wings go pop at Dickey’s; Zaxby’s does a salad; avocados rule at Corner Bakery; and restaurants celebrate National Sandwich Month.

Taste Tracker: Bacon sizzles at Nathan’s, Moe’s supersizes a burrito and Golden Chick celebrates state fairs.

Taste Tracker: Bowls from Portillo’s and Red Mango, an ooze fest at Weinerschnitzel and a booze fest at Quaker Steak & Lube.

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