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Golden Corral, Wendy's, and Yoshinoya Update
Golden Corral closes more restaurants than usual, Wendy's plans changes, Yoshinoya launches ramen for younger customers.
In brief
Golden Corral closes more restaurants than usual, Wendy's plans changes, Yoshinoya launches ramen for younger customers. Golden Corral is closing more restaurants than usual in 2026, Wendy's is returning to yellow packaging and making changes under new CEO, and Yoshinoya is launching ramen to attract younger…
Golden Corral Closures
Golden Corral is closing more restaurants than usual in 2026 with at least seven locations shutting in Illinois, Idaho, Iowa, Texas, Florida, and Missouri.
“there are more closures this year than our normal rate of attrition”
Wendy's Packaging Shift
Wendy's social media account noted it is returning to yellow packaging after abandoning it in 2012, saying the change is not enough and more updates are coming.
“is not enough”
Wendy's New Meal
Wendy's introduced a $7.99 Dave's Single Combo meal featuring fries and a drink this week.
Wendy's Leadership Change
Wendy's CEO Bob Wright is expected to drive big changes as the fast-food chain works to recover from a recent slump.
Yoshinoya Ramen Launch
Yoshinoya, a Japan-born chain with 100 units, is launching shoyu ramen to attract younger consumers at a price point under $10.
Yoshinoya Digital Strategy
Yoshinoya is also focusing on digital marketing and a brand refresh to bring ramen to a wider audience.
The main idea
Golden Corral is closing more restaurants than usual in 2026, Wendy's is returning to yellow packaging and making changes under new CEO, and Yoshinoya is launching ramen to attract younger consumers.
