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The legendary Chicago restaurant brand will bring its iconic menu items – including its beloved Char-Broiled Burgers – to Buford as it continues its Georgia expansion, marking its second restaurant in the state following the 2025 opening of its Kennesaw locationOAK BROOK, Ill., Sept. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In honor of National Cheeseburger Day, Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant concept known for its menu of unrivaled Chicago-style street food, today announced plans to o

A number of restaurant stocks fell in Tuesday's morning session after a nationwide decline in dining foot traffic raised concerns over weakening consumer demand across the industry.

As the Q2 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the modern fast food industry, including Portillo's (NASDAQ:PTLO) and its peers.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after a government report indicated a cooling in wholesale food inflation, a key cost for the industry.

Portillo’s navigated a mixed second quarter marked by ongoing operational changes and the absence of prior-year promotional activities. Management emphasized that the decision not to repeat aggressive discounts and the discontinuation of its breakfast initiative created headwinds for same-store sales, but underlying brand strength and new restaurant openings drove overall revenue growth. CEO Brett Patterson attributed much of the transaction softness to these deliberate strategic choices, highli

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The July 31 reduction was meant to simplify its corporate structure to allow for better focus, nimbler operations and improved restaurant-level support.

Portillo's (NASDAQ:PTLO) reported second-quarter revenue growth of 5.6% to $199 million, supported by new restaurant openings, while same-restaurant sales declined 1.2% amid comparisons with prior-year promotions, a breakfast pilot and cannibalization from newer locations. President and Chief Execu

Portillo's is laying off a large portion of employees at its corporate headquarters in the west suburbs.

By Karen Roman Portillo’s Inc. (Nasdaq: PTLO) said second quarter total revenue was $199 million, increasing 5.6% from the year prior. Net income was $7.2 million, a decrease of $2.9 million against the same period last year, and adjusted EBITDA was $29.8 million, down $0.2 million, it stated. The company opened its first-ever airport location […] The post Portillo’s 2Q Revenue Climbs, Teases New Long-Term Growth Strategy appeared first on ExecEdge.

Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 0.00% and -0.93%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Portillo’s (NASDAQ:PTLO) Q2 CY2026 Earnings Results: Revenue In Line With Expectations

OAK BROOK, Ill., Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portillo’s Inc. (“Portillo’s” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PTLO), the one-of-a-kind restaurant concept known for its menu of Chicago-style favorites, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2026. Second Quarter 2026 Highlights (vs. Second Quarter 2025): Total revenue of $199.0 million, an increase of 5.6% or $10.5 millionSame-restaurant sales decrease of 1.2%Net income of $7.2 million, a decrease of $2.9 million; Adj

Kevin Kalicak, who has spent nearly 30 years at Darden, will join the fast casual chain on Sept. 7, succeeding Michelle Hook.

The longtime industry executive previously served in various roles at Darden Restaurants for more than 25 years.

Portillo’s Appoints Kevin Kalicak as Chief Financial Officer Kevin Kalicak, Chief Financial Officer CHICAGO, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant concept known for serving Chicago-style favorites for more than 60 years, today announced the appointment of Kevin Kalicak as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective September 7, 2026. Mr. Kalicak joins Portillo’s bringing decades of financial leadership within the restaurant industry, serving

Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

OAK BROOK, Ill., July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portillo’s, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTLO) announces the following event: What:PTLO Q2 2026 Earnings WebcastWhen:Wednesday, August 5 at 4:30 p.m. ETWhere:investors.portillos.comHow:Live webcast (web address above)Contact:Chris Brandon, Vice President of Investor Relations312.931.5578cbrandon@portillos.com *This webcast event will be archived on the Portillo’s Investor Relations website for replay.*Q2 2026 Earnings Release will go out after market close on

Hansen worked previously for Australian chain Guzman Y Gomez, which earlier this year announced an exit from the U.S. market.

The seasoned culinary leader will oversee menu strategy and innovation to support growth and drive guest engagement Christopher Hansen, Executive Chef and Senior Director of Culinary Innovation Portillo's appoints Christopher Hansen as Executive Chef and Senior Director of Culinary Innovation CHICAGO, July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant brand known for its menu of Chicago-style favorites and unmatched guest experience, today announced the appoi

Chicago-born brand celebrates National Hot Dog Day by announcing plans to open its newest restaurant in the Wrigleyville neighborhood and inviting Chicagoland fans to a special Hot Dog Season pop-up celebration, just steps from the ballparkOAK BROOK, Ill., July 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On the holiday that celebrates the food that made it famous, Portillo’s (NASDAQ: PTLO) today announced it will open a new restaurant location in the heart of Wrigleyville, further doubling down on its commitme

A number of stocks traded in opposite directions in the afternoon session after reports revealed signs of easing input cost pressures as the Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand fell 0.3 percent in June.