Texas Roadhouse has already made some changes to accommodate more to-go orders, such as turning its outdoor overhangs into curbside pickup areas, and the chain may make additional changes to its building prototype as it continue to open new units. The Louisville, Ky.-based company is also planning to grow its drive-thru concept, Jaggers, with one new unit scheduled to open this year.

Starbucks has pledged to invest $10 million in four groups that offer community development and small business loans in Chicago, the site of the chain's newest Starbucks Reserve Roastery. "We know that our business performs at its best when the communities we serve are thriving," Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson said.

A growing body of consumer research shows many consumers are eager to add more plant-based foods to their diets, provided their needs for flexibility and convenience are met, Tricia Contreras writes. The trend offers restaurants and brands new opportunities to create more flavorful and nutritious plant-based and plant-forward offerings.

Texas Roadhouse has opened 14 new locations this year and will roll out another 14 by year's end, the company said in its earnings call Tuesday. The opening of two sports-themed Bubba's 33 restaurants will be delayed until 2019 because of permitting issues, the company said.

Texas Roadhouse has launched a fast-casual concept called Jaggers, serving burgers, milkshakes, fries, chicken sandwiches and salads. The company currently has no plans to expand the concept beyond its Indianapolis and Noblesville, Ind., locations, instead choosing to focus on its casual dining concept, Bubba's 33, said Travis Doster, senior director of public relations for Texas Roadhouse.