Rutherford Source has gathered the latest local and national restaurant and food news from September 25 through October 1, 2025. Here’s what’s happening in the eat and drink scene this week.
Wendy’s Debuts “Tendys” on Menus Nationwide
Wendy’s launches all-new Chicken Tenders nationwide with six new dipping sauces and special packaging designed for dunking.
Published: October, 01, 2025 – Full article
Chipotle Reveals New Red Chimichurri Sauce
Chipotle introduces Red Chimichurri sauce made daily in-restaurant with roasted garlic, fresh cilantro, and chili peppers.
Published: October, 01, 2025 – Full article
Krystal Turns 93 With Loyalty Program Launch
Krystal celebrates 93rd birthday with nationwide Club Krystal loyalty program launch and birthday-inspired menu items.
Published: September, 30, 2025 – Full article
Burger King Introduces All-New “Monster Menu” for Halloween
Burger King debuts Halloween Monster Menu featuring Jack-O-Lantern Whopper, Vampire Nuggets, and Mummy Mozzarella Fries.
Published: September, 30, 2025 – Full article
Panera Introduces New 2025 Fall Menu
Panera celebrates fall with new Harvest Medley Chicken Salad, Crème Brûlée Latte, and return of Black Bean Soup.
Published: September, 30, 2025 – Full article
This Nashville Restaurant was Named One of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants
Locust Nashville earns prestigious recognition on North America’s 50 Best Restaurants list for its exceptional cuisine.
Published: September, 30, 2025 – Full article
Hardee’s Announces Finalists of the Annual National Biscuit Baker Competition
Four exceptional Hardee’s bakers advance to national competition in Franklin, Tennessee, competing for $10,000 prize.
Published: September, 29, 2025 – Full article
Bojangles Welcomes Fall with New Salted Caramel Apple Crisp
Bojangles introduces seasonal Salted Caramel Apple Crisp cobbler featuring warm apple topping and cinnamon streusel.
Published: September, 29, 2025 – Full article
MONOPOLY Game at McDonald’s Returns with More Chances to Win
McDonald’s brings back iconic MONOPOLY Game after nearly a decade with digital game pieces and million-dollar prizes.
Published: September, 29, 2025 – Full article
Slim Chickens Launches Cherry Cheesecake Jar Dessert
Slim Chickens debuts Cherry Cheesecake in signature mason jar featuring New York-style cheesecake and cherry filling.
Published: September, 29, 2025 – Full article
Jimmy John’s Rolls Out All-New JJ Rewards Program
Jimmy John’s introduces refreshed loyalty program offering 10 points per dollar spent with customizable reward options.
Published: September, 29, 2025 – Full article
Crumbl Weekly Menu Through October 4, 2025
Crumbl features Triple Berry Shortcake, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie, and seasonal Pumpkin Pie Cookie this week.
Published: September, 29, 2025 – Full article
Acclaimed Mexican Restaurant to Open at Nashville Yards
Puesto brings award-winning Mexico City-style tacos to Nashville Yards for its first out-of-state location.
Published: September, 28, 2025 – Full article
Dierks Bentley Releases Row 94 Full Proof Bourbon
Country star Dierks Bentley introduces boldest ROW 94 bourbon yet at 120 proof from Green River Distilling Co.
Published: September, 27, 2025 – Full article
McAlister’s Halloween: Witch’s Brew & Pumpkin Pecan Cookie
McAlister’s Deli brings back Witch’s Brew lemonade and debuts new Pumpkin Pecan Cookie with White Chocolate Chips.
Published: September, 26, 2025 – Full article
Papa Murphy’s BOGO Pizza Deal is Back
Papa Murphy’s offers buy-one-get-one deal on large and family-size pizzas when ordering online through September 29th.
Published: September, 26, 2025 – Full article
Olive Garden’s Pumpkin Cookie Butter Cheesecake Returns for Fall 2025
Olive Garden’s popular Pumpkin Cookie Butter Cheesecake makes seasonal comeback with caramel drizzle and whipped cream.
Published: September, 26, 2025 – Full article
Chili’s Viral ‘MozzMates’ Costume Returns for Halloween
Chili’s brings back sold-out MozzMates costume and partners with reality star JaNa Craig for ultimate MozzMate contest.
Published: September, 26, 2025 – Full article
Red Robin Conjures Up a Big Burger and Wicked New Margarita for Spooky Season
Red Robin unveils Mega Monster Burger with three beef patties and Mad Scientist Margarita for Halloween season.
Published: September, 26, 2025 – Full article
Whataburger Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich Returns
Whataburger’s Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich makes limited-time comeback with three crispy Whatachick’n Strips.
Published: September, 26, 2025 – Full article
Trader Joe’s Recalls Turkey Gobbler Wrap
Trader Joe’s issues precautionary recall for Turkey Gobbler Wrap with September 16 best by date due to potential listeria.
Published: September, 25, 2025 – Full article
Win Free Burritos for a Year at Surcheros Murfreesboro Grand Opening
Surcheros opens second Tennessee location in Murfreesboro on October 6 with free burritos for year giveaway.
Published: September, 25, 2025 – Full article
Murfreesboro Bakery Scores 76 in Latest Health Inspection
El Hornito Bakery 2 receives concerning health inspection score due to multiple violations including employee hygiene issues.
Published: September, 25, 2025 – Full article
Papa Johns and Uber Eats Launch “Dip Out with Papa Dippa”
Papa Johns introduces Papa Dippa pizza with garlic sauce flight available exclusively through Uber Eats delivery.
Published: September, 25, 2025 – Full article
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