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Grubhub Announces Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitation for 5.500% Senior Notes Due 2027

CHICAGO — August 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Grubhub Inc. (“Grubhub”), a leading U.S. online food delivery marketplace, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Grubhub Holdings Inc. (“Grubhub Holdings”), commenced an offer to exchange (the “Exchange Offer”) any and all of its outstanding 5.500% Senior Notes due 2027 (the “Existing Notes”) for cash and / or newly issued 13.000% Senior Secured Cash / PIK Notes due 2030 (the “New Notes”). Concurrently with the Exchange Offer, Grubhub Holdings is soliciting (the “Solicitation”) consents (the “Consents”) from holders of Existing Notes (the “Holders”) to amend the indenture governing the Existing Notes (the “Proposed Amendments”).

Description of the Exchange Offer and the Consent Solicitation

The Exchange Offer and the Consent Solicitation are being made upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the confidential Exchange Offer Memorandum and Consent Solicitation Statement, dated August 25, 2025 (the “Exchange Offer Memorandum”). The Exchange Offer and the Solicitation are designed to optimize Grubhub’s capital structure and further Grubhub’s growth. The Consent Solicitation seeks to obtain Consents from Eligible Holders to effect the Proposed Amendments, which would eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants, certain events of default, and related provisions under the indenture governing the Existing Notes. In order to approve the Proposed Amendments with respect to the Existing Notes, Eligible Holders of Existing Notes must have validly delivered (and not validly revoked) Consents that, in the aggregate, represent at least a majority in aggregate principal amount of all the outstanding Existing Notes prior to the Expiration Deadline (5:00 p.m., New York City time, on September 23, 2025, unless extended).

The total maximum amount of New Notes consideration to be issued in exchange for Existing Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) is $96,138,000 (the “Maximum New Notes Consideration Amount”). Eligible Holders participating in the Exchange Offer must elect a preferred form of consideration between cash consideration and New Notes consideration in exchange for validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) Existing Notes which are accepted by Grubhub Holdings, subject to the terms and pursuant to the conditions set forth in the Exchange Offer Memorandum, including, but not limited to, the Maximum New Notes Consideration Amount, and the allocation between New Notes consideration and cash consideration. The allocation between New Notes Consideration and Cash Consideration payable to each Eligible Holder will be calculated as described in the Exchange Offer Memorandum and is subject to adjustment in the case of either (i) an Over-Subscription of New Notes Consideration above the Maximum New Notes Consideration Amount, or (ii) an Under-Subscription of New Notes Consideration.

Eligible Holders who validly tender Existing Notes and deliver Consents, and do not validly withdraw such tenders and revoke such Consents, on or prior to the Early Participation Deadline (5:00 p.m., New York City time, on September 8, 2025, unless extended) and whose Existing Notes are accepted for exchange will be eligible to receive the total early consideration (which includes the Early Participation Consideration and, only with respect to amounts received as New Notes Consideration, the Early Exchange Cash Premium). The total early consideration for each $1,000 aggregate principal amount of Existing Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) on or prior to the Early Participation Deadline, and accepted for exchange, will be equal to the sum of (x) $1,000 paid in cash consideration, New Notes consideration, or a combination thereof, as early participation consideration (the “Early Participation Consideration”), plus (y) only with respect to amounts received as New Notes consideration, $2.50 paid in cash, as early exchange premium (the “Early Exchange Cash Premium” and, together with the Early Participation Consideration, the “Total Early Consideration”), payable on the settlement date. The exchange consideration for each $1,000 aggregate principal amount of Existing Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) after the Early Participation Deadline but on or prior to the Expiration Deadline, and whose Existing Notes are accepted for exchange by us, will be equal to $980 paid in cash consideration, New Notes consideration, or a combination thereof (the “Exchange Consideration”). Eligible Holders whose Existing Notes are accepted for exchange will be paid accrued and unpaid interest on such Existing Notes from, and including, the most recent date on which interest was paid on such Eligible Holder’s Existing Notes to, but not including, the settlement date (the “Accrued Interest”), payable in cash on the settlement date. Interest will cease to accrue on the settlement date for all Existing Notes accepted for exchange in the Exchange Offer.

Eligible Holders who tender after the Early Participation Deadline but on or prior to the Expiration Deadline will be eligible to receive only the Exchange Consideration.

The Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitation are subject to certain conditions, including, among others, the receipt of Consents from Holders representing at least $46,138,000 aggregate principal amount of the outstanding Existing Notes and the consummation of (1) the private exchange with the Supporting Holders of $290,122,000 of the Existing Notes for New Notes and (2) the issuance of $163,740,000 principal amount of New Notes to the Supporting Holders for cash, in each case pursuant to the Exchange and Purchase Agreement, as further described below.

The New Notes will be senior secured obligations of Grubhub Holdings and will be guaranteed by Grubhub and each of its domestic subsidiaries, other than certain immaterial subsidiaries.

Description of Transaction Support Agreement and Exchange and Purchase Agreement

In connection with the Exchange Offer, on August 25, 2025, Grubhub Holdings and certain holders of the Existing Notes that, as of the date of the Exchange Offer Memorandum, collectively held $290,122,000 in aggregate principal amount of the Existing Notes, representing 58.02% of the outstanding aggregate principal amount of the Existing Notes (such holders, together with certain permitted transferees, as described in the Exchange and Purchase Agreement), the “Supporting Holders”), executed a transaction support agreement (the “Transaction Support Agreement”), pursuant to which, among other things and subject to the terms and conditions set forth therein, the parties have agreed to support and consummate the transactions described in the Exchange Offer Memorandum and to consider in good faith all the reasonable actions necessary or reasonably requested to facilitate the solicitation and consummation of the transactions described in the Exchange Offer Memorandum, among other things. The Supporting Holders have also agreed to provide Consents to the Proposed Amendments.

Additionally, on August 25, 2025, Grubhub Holdings and the Supporting Holders are entering into an exchange and purchase agreement (the “Exchange and Purchase Agreement”), whereby the Supporting Holders agree, among other things, to (a) exchange the Supporting Holders’ Existing Notes in a privately negotiated exchange at an exchange price for each $1,000 aggregate principal amount of Existing Notes exchanged equal to (i) $1,000 principal amount of New Notes, plus (ii) $2.50 payable in cash on the settlement date, plus (iii) accrued and unpaid interest on such Existing Notes in cash, plus (iv) $15.00 principal amount of New Notes as an exchange premium, and deliver their Consent to the Solicitation pursuant to the terms of the Exchange and Purchase Agreement, (b) purchase an additional $113,740,000 in aggregate principal amount of New Notes at an issue price of $990 per each $1,000 principal amount of New Notes, and (c) purchase an additional $50,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of New Notes at an issue price of $985 per each $1,000 principal amount of New Notes.

Eligibility and Participation

The Exchange Offer and the Consent Solicitation are being made, and the New Notes and the related guarantees are being offered and issued, only to holders or beneficial owners of the Existing Notes who (i) are reasonably believed to be “qualified institutional buyers” (as defined in Rule 144A under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”)), in a private transaction in reliance upon the exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act provided by Section 4(a)(2) thereof, or (ii) are outside the United States, and are not “U.S. persons” (as defined in Rule 902 under the Securities Act) and who are not acquiring New Notes for the account or benefit of a U.S. person, in offshore transactions in compliance with Regulation S under the Securities Act (such holders, the “Eligible Holders”). The New Notes have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws or the securities laws of any other jurisdiction, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. We expect the New Notes will be eligible for trading by “qualified institutional buyers” pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Early Participation Deadline: 5:00 m., New York City time, on September8, 2025, unless extended.
Withdrawal Deadline: 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on September8, 2025, unless extended.
Expiration Deadline: 5:00 m., New York City time, on September23, 2025, unless extended.
Settlement Date: expected to be the third business day after the Expiration Deadline.

Beneficial owners should be aware that their broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee may establish its own earlier deadline for participation in the Exchange Offer. Accordingly, beneficial owners wishing to participate in the Exchange Offer should contact their broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee as soon as possible in order to determine the time by which such owner must take action in order to participate.

Contact Information

Grubhub Holdings has engaged Global Bondholder Services Corporation to act as Exchange Agent and Information Agent. For questions regarding the Exchange Offer and the Consent Solicitation, including requests for the Exchange Offer Memorandum and related documents, please contact the Information Agent at Global Bondholder Services Corporation, 65 Broadway – Suite 404, New York, New York 10006 Attn: Corporate Actions, +1 (855) 654-2015, contact@gbsc-usa.com,
https://gbsc-usa.com/eligibility/grubhub.

Disclaimers

This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The Exchange Offer and the Consent Solicitation are being made only pursuant to the Exchange Offer Memorandum and only to such persons and in such jurisdictions as are permitted under applicable law. The New Notes have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. The Exchange Offer Memorandum and any other documents relating to the Exchange Offer and the Consent Solicitation may not be distributed in any jurisdiction where it is unlawful to do so.

About Grubhub

Grubhub is a leading U.S. ordering and delivery marketplace dedicated to connecting customers with their favorite local restaurants, merchants and convenience retailers. Grubhub elevates online ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms, and an improved delivery experience. Part of Wonder Group, Grubhub features over 415,000 merchants in more than 4,000 U.S. cities.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements,” which are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements, such as those regarding the notes offering, involve substantial known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from any future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the ability of Grubhub to successfully complete the Exchange Offer and the Solicitation of Consents, and the timing of the issuance of the New Notes. Please also note that forward-looking statements represent management’s beliefs and assumptions only as of the date of this press release. Except as required by law, we disclaim any intention to, and undertake no obligation to, publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future.

Wyndham Teams Up with Grubhub for On-Demand Delivery of Local Eats and Essentials at Nearly 6,000 Hotels

Hotel team members and guests can now enjoy six complimentary months of Grubhub+, unlocking $0 delivery fees on eligible orders and other exclusive perks when ordering food, groceries and everyday essentials

Wyndham has teamed up with Grubhub to offer hotel guests and team members six complimentary months of Grubhub+, unlocking a host of perks including $0 delivery fees.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. and CHICAGO (July 17, 2025) – Wyndham hotel team members and guests can now get everything from tacos to toothpaste delivered right to their doorstep—all with $0 delivery fees and other perks—thanks to a new partnership between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery platform, Grubhub.

Available now across Wyndham’s entire U.S. portfolio—nearly 6,000 hotels spanning 20 brands—ordering is a simple as opening the Grubhub app while on-site at a participating hotel or simply scanning one of the Grubhub QR codes featured on hotel marketing materials (where available).

Once connected, team members and guests are taken through a branded digital experience allowing them to activate a complimentary six-month Grubhub+ membership, which unlocks $0 delivery on eligible orders, lower service fees and a 5% credit back on pickup orders.

“Travel should be enjoyable, not stressful—and that’s exactly what Grubhub helps deliver. Whether it’s a late-night craving, forgotten essentials, or a last-minute need like a phone charger, anyone at one of our hotels can now get what they need, when they need it. With the added perks of Grubhub+, convenience and comfort are just a few taps away.”

– Charmaine Taylor, SVP, Strategic and Financial Partnerships, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

“Wyndham has one of largest footprints of any major hotel company in the U.S. Together, we’re elevating the on-property experience, delivering seamless convenience for not only the the hundreds of thousands of guests that walk through their doors every year, but also the tens of thousands of hotel team members who make those hotel stays possible.”

– Rob DelaCruz, VP and General Manager, Campus and Hospitality, Grubhub

Wyndham brands include well-known household names like Days Inn® by Wyndham, Super 8® by Wyndham and La Quinta® by Wyndham, among others. The company’s rewards program, Wyndham Rewards®, is ranked #1 in the industry by readers of USA Today, seven years running.

Complimentary Grubhub+ membership requires a Grubhub account to activate. No credit card is required to opt-in and membership will not auto-renew. Offer available for a limited time only for qualifying guests at participating Wyndham Hotel & Resorts properties. Additional fees (including service fees) still apply on orders. For more details and terms, visit grubhub.com/plus.

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About Grubhub
Grubhub is a leading U.S. ordering and delivery marketplace dedicated to connecting customers with their favorite local restaurants, merchants and convenience retailers. Grubhub elevates online ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms, and an improved delivery experience. Part of Wonder Group, Grubhub features over 400,000 merchants in more than 4,000 U.S. cities.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of franchised properties, with approximately 9,300 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 907,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 25 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, ECHO Suites®, Registry Collection Hotels®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 115 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

Grubhub and Seamless Will Deliver Hot Fellas Bakery Bundle to Fans of the Max Hit Show “And Just Like That…”

Grubhub and Seamless are teaming up with Max to bring fans the ultimate stream-and-snack experience with the Hot Fellas Bakery Bundle. This limited-edition bundle comes just in time for the debut of the Hot Fellas Bakery in episode three of the highly anticipated third season of And Just Like That…currently streaming on Max.

Available exclusively for delivery on June 14 and 15 in select areas of New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, the bundle brings the heat of the show straight to your home.

Straight from the Screen, Hot from the Oven
Inspired by a fan-favorite storyline where beloved And Just Like That… character, Anthony Marentino made his entrepreneurial mark, the limited-edition Hot Fellas Bakery Bundle features a delectable lineup of baked goods to enjoy while watching iconic TV characters heat up summer in the city:

Butter Croissant – Flaky, buttery, and effortlessly chic, this golden classic channels the refined elegance you love from the show.
Lemon Ginger Biscuits – Sweet with a zesty twist, these frosted beauties bring a pop of sophistication to your snack game.
Rosemary Garlic Sourdough – Bold, savory, and full of character—just like your favorite Hot Fellas—this artisanal loaf delivers depth and flavor in every bite.

And while the Hot Fellas in tight blue suits aren’t included (sorry!), the bundle does come with an exclusive Hot Fellas tote and bread towel—perfect for proofing your dough, or keeping your bread soft and fresh post-bake.

Limited. Luxe. Legendary.
The Hot Fellas Bakery will be open from 9am to 5pm local time, or until sold out. Each day, a limited number of bundles will be available free of charge through Seamless (NYC) and Grubhub (Chicago and LA), so you’ll need to act fast! Whether you’re watching with your friends or just feeding your TV dinner fantasy, this is a one-of-a-kind delivery experience that deserves a spot on your calendar (and your Instagram). Full terms and conditions available here.

Wait, there’s more! For New Yorkers in search of the full experience, Max is also opening a real-life Hot Fellas pop-up bakery in the East Village at 35 Cooper Square. The IRL Hot Fellas pop-up will be open on June 14 from 10am – 6pm EST and June 15 from 9am to 6pm EST. Expect fresh baked goods, exclusive merch, and maybe even a Hot Fella or two IRL–all free and open to the public.

Fans can tune in to And Just Like That… streaming now on Max.

Grubhub Taps Nash to Power Faster, Smarter Delivery Nationwide

New partnership with Nash enhances Grubhub’s delivery reach, improving service for merchants and diners

CHICAGO, May 5, 2025 – Grubhub is expanding its delivery offerings through a new partnership with Nash, a leader in digital infrastructure for delivery orchestration and a utomation. This collaboration provides merchants with greater ability to leverage Grubhub’s reliable and efficient delivery options and expand their on-demand driver network.

By integrating Nash’s technology, Grubhub has already scaled deliveries significantly, processing thousands of orders per week through the partnership—helping merchants fulfill more customer demand with greater efficiency. Nash, which powers delivery for top enterprise food brands and platforms, enhances Grubhub’s ability to meet the growing need for fast, seamless food delivery.

As merchants expand how they fulfill delivery orders, operations have become increasingly complex—balancing internal fleets and third-party providers while coordinating workflows such as on-demand, scheduled, and catering deliveries. Nash centralizes these operations into a single platform, offering end-to-end delivery management with AI-powered support agents, live tracking, and branded updates to create a seamless customer experience. Adding Grubhub to the Nash network extends that value even further, giving restaurants a new way to reach customers through an established delivery provider.

“Partnering with Nash allows us to strengthen our delivery offerings while continuing to provide merchants and diners with the reliable service they expect,” said Stephanie Grammel, Director of Integrations & Solutions at Grubhub. “We’re always looking for ways to improve efficiency and reach, and this partnership is a big step forward.”

The partnership launched in February and expanded nationwide in March, showing promising early results. As delivery volume continues to grow, Grubhub looks forward to strengthening its collaboration with Nash by expanding brand partnerships and exploring new ways to improve delivery efficiency.

“Grubhub is at the very forefront of the delivery customer experience across the country,” said Mahmoud Ghulman, Co-Founder and CEO of Nash. “We’re excited about our partnership and the possibilities it unlocks for restaurants and retailers everywhere.”

Grubhub and Nash will mark the partnership at the Food On Demand Conference from Monday, May 5, through Wednesday, May 7, in Las Vegas—bringing together industry leaders from across the food delivery sector for conversations and connections.

About Nash
Nash is digital infrastructure for logistics orchestration and automation, transforming delivery for top enterprise brands and platforms across food, grocery, retail, convenience, and more. For restaurants, Nash is an all-in-one platform for managing on-demand, scheduled, and catering delivery—orchestrating internal fleets and third-party providers, and connecting them to a global network of over 1,000 partners. Built on this platform, Nash powers a suite of products that streamline the entire delivery lifecycle, from checkout and dispatch to live tracking, customer communication, and issue resolution.

Now with Nash AI, businesses can fully automate dispatch and customer support—resolving delays, cancellations, rerouting, and refunds without any disruption to staff or customers. Built on insights from hundreds of millions of deliveries, Nash AI uses full-context logistics intelligence to take trusted action autonomously and deliver a seamless experience from order to doorstep.

Seamless Brings Back New York’s $1 Cheese Slice, Reviving an Iconic Piece of the City’s Food Culture

Two years after the $1 cheese pizza slice disappeared, New York’s original delivery service is bringing it back for a limited time, along with unbeatable deals from iconic spots across the city

A beloved New York City tradition came to a halt two years ago when the iconic $1 cheese slice vanished—leaving a pizza-shaped hole in the city’s heart. But today, Seamless – the homegrown delivery service known for its unbeatable NYC restaurant selection and deals – is bringing it back.* From April 22 to May 20, New Yorkers can snag a legendary $1 cheese slice for pick-up by ordering on Seamless. To find a participating restaurant nearby, visit SeamlessDollarSlice.com.

A Staple of NYC Culture Returns
For generations, the $1 slice has been a thrifty indulgence, a lunchtime savior, and a late-night snacking tradition. Whether scarfed down on a subway platform or enjoyed standing curbside, it was always there: hot, fast, and satisfying. No frills, no forks, just you and a perfectly foldable slice.

“The $1 cheese slice is more than just pizza—it’s part of the city’s DNA,” said Howard Migdal, CEO at Grubhub, which owns Seamless. “As a company born in NYC, we know what this slice means to people. It’s about culture, convenience, and that authentic NYC flavor. Simply put, it’s how New York eats. We’re proud to bring it back and celebrate the food culture that makes this city unlike anywhere else.”

How to Get a Slice of the Pie
Craving a classic? Head to SeamlessDollarSlice.com to explore more than 40 participating pizzerias across all five boroughs, including neighborhood favorites like Luigi’s Pizza, Rocco Pizza, 2 Bros. Pizza, Marinara Pizza, Krave Pizza, La Bellezza, Best Pizza, Ledo Pizza, Beverly Pizza & Cafe, Da Bianca Pizza, Rizzo’s Pizza, and Patrizia’s Taverna. Just click on your nearest spot to place a pickup order through Seamless. Limit one order per day during the campaign, with up to five $1 slices per order.

“I’ve watched this city change over the years, but nothing beats that look on someone’s face when they fold a hot $1 cheese slice and take that first bite, it never changes,” said the 2 Bros. Pizza Management Team, proudly serving New Yorkers for over 20 years. “Teaming up with Seamless gives us a chance to celebrate the $1 cheese slice tradition with our loyal customers—and introduce a whole new generation to what makes New York pizza so special.”

Seamless Is Better Than Ever, Offering a Wealth of Unbeatable Deals
To reinforce its commitment to where it was founded, Seamless isn’t just bringing back the $1 cheese slice. The food delivery service is also bringing New York City diners unbeatable value on the best restaurants in the city. This includes zero delivery and service fees at participating restaurants and weekly doorbuster deals, up to 50% off orders $30+, at legendary spots like Di Fara Pizza, Han Dynasty, Thai Villa, Adel’s Famous Halal Food, and Katz’s Delicatessen.

For more information on Seamless and to check out the full list of must-try restaurants and current deals, visit Seamless.com or download the Seamless app.

*Pickup orders only. Subject to merchant and menu item availability. Discount applies to up to five plain cheese slices in one order. Promotion may be redeemed once per day. Available for a limited time only. Promotion applies automatically at checkout. To redeem, select the promotional item from the menu on a pickup order from a participating merchant. May not be combined with cash or certain other discounts. Offer and participation are subject to the Grubhub Terms of Use (including the Perks Terms of Use), available at https://www.grubhub.com/legal/terms-of-use Grubhub reserves the right to cancel, suspend and/or modify any aspect of or the entirety of this offer, for any reason at any time, with or without notice, including, without limitation, if any fraud or technical failure impairs the integrity or proper functioning of the offer.

Grubhub and National ACE Host Chicago Restaurant Owners and Community Leaders to Drive Innovation and Economic Empowerment

The National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE), in collaboration with Grubhub, convened over 60 small business owners, policymakers, and community leaders for a Small Business Roundtable in Chicago on April 10, 2025. The event served as a critical platform to elevate the voices of entrepreneurs and discuss strategies to overcome challenges and accelerate growth. The event also spotlighted several Grubhub Restaurant Fund awardees and celebrated the spirit of innovation and resilience of small business owners.

“Recent estimates show that AAPIs comprise approximately 6.5% of the Chicago metropolitan area’s population—the fastest-growing among all racial and ethnic groups. AAPI entrepreneurs, professionals, and advocates are driving innovation and business success across diverse industries,” said Chiling Tong, President & CEO of National ACE. “By convening these conversations, we can help shape federal policies that better support AAPI businesses in Chicago and beyond.”

Chiling Tong also expressed appreciation for Grubhub’s continued partnership. Since 2021, National ACE has worked with Grubhub, which has given over $6.5 million in grants to 520 restaurant owners. The applications are from all 50 states, and these funds have been crucial in supporting independently-owned restaurants. The 2024 restaurant fund alone has created 140 new jobs and retained over 628 jobs.

“Grubhub is proud to mark five years of partnership with National ACE, supporting small businesses—the backbone of our local communities,” said Dave Tovar, SVP of Communications and Government Relations. “Through our collaboration on initiatives like the AAPIStrong Restaurant Grant program and advocacy for small business-friendly policies, we aim to create thriving environments for independent restaurants. Our success depends on them, and we remain committed to empowering local businesses to grow and thrive for years to come.”

This event provided hope for many entrepreneurs who have felt alone in their journeys. “It’s important to have community; if we’re able to lean on each other, we can go through anything. We can lift each other up. You can solve problems a lot faster when you talk and bounce ideas off each other,” said Melvin Reyes, owner of Mano Modern Cafe.

“In the age of uncertainty, this meeting gives us the chance to see the light at the end of the tunnel by understanding the resources around us. It gives us a fighting chance at survival,” said Kevin Yu, owner of 2d restaurant.

Key topics raised by small business owners included rising costs, access to capital, supply chain uncertainties, talent retention, and the need for culturally responsive resources. Solutions emphasized during the event included connecting small business owners with business bankers, reducing gatekeeping to capital access, and increasing mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs. Participants were encouraged to create banking relationships before they needed cash. “Know your banker before you need the money,” said Johnny Wilbon of Bank of America. A recurring theme was the value of peer learning and storytelling to help others navigate similar struggles. Many entrepreneurs also highlighted the importance of building trust with customers, leveraging social media, and accessing legal and financial education early in their journey.

Notable participants included Alderman Nicole Lee, Ward 11, City of Chicago; Will Shih, Director of Economic Development, Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth; Jake Kaplan, Deputy Chief of Staff & District Director, Office of Representative Brad Schneider; and Cherita Logan, District Director, Office of Representative Danny K. Davis.

During the event, Grubhub announced the new Established 2020 Award designed to support long-term success for the class of Chicago restaurants that opened during the COVID-19 shutdown. All small business restaurant owners in Chicago who opened their first brick-and-mortar location in 2020 and are still open today are eligible to receive a monetary award to invest back into their small business. Applications for the award program are currently open through Friday, April 18, 2025, and will be awarded at an in-person event in June 2025.

This roundtable is part of National ACE’s ongoing commitment to support minority entrepreneurs and facilitate productive conversations around the unique challenges they face. National ACE continues to provide tailored resources and programs aimed at helping small business owners access funding and grow their operations.

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About National ACE

National ACE’s mission is to serve as a strong advocate of AAPI and all small business interests and positive change on all issues that enhance and advance the goals and aspirations of business owners, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders. National ACE strives to do this by supporting and promoting issues that impact the small business community, improving the economic development and impact of the AAPI community, advancing coalitions, enhancing community building, and fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs and executives. National ACE provides a unified voice for the business interests of AAPIs and all small businesses nationally. Learn more at www.nationalace.org.

Grubhub Adds Walgreens to Grow its Convenience Offerings and Give Customers More Choices

The Chicagoland-based companies team up to offer on-demand delivery of thousands of everyday essentials

CHICAGO and DEERFIELD, Ill., Feb. 20, 2025 — Grubhub announced today that it has teamed up with Walgreens to bring Walgreens and Duane Reade locations nationwide to its marketplace. Through this collaboration, customers have access to 15,000 items for on-demand delivery — including beauty, health and wellness, snacks, personal care, household items, toys, and more.

Grubhub is enhancing the customer experience by expanding its marketplace offerings to include Walgreens and Duane Reade, broadening access to everyday essentials. Grubhub’s data shows that customers who shop from convenience merchants on Grubhub order nearly three times more per month than those who don’t, making them valuable users of the Grubhub marketplace.

“We’re excited to add Walgreens and Duane Reade to offer customers a robust selection of convenience retailers on Grubhub,” said Craig Whitmer, vice president of new verticals at Grubhub. “As a Chicago-based company, working with another hometown favorite is particularly special. The addition of these two brands helps us scale our convenience offerings across the country with a strong focus on key markets like Chicago and New York City, and we look forward to delivering even more value and convenience to our shared communities.”

“Customers today expect to get what they want, when they want it, how they want it,” said Sharmila Sudhakar, group vice president of digital commerce and omni experience at Walgreens. “The addition of Grubhub to Walgreens’ growing roster of delivery partners helps meet that expectation and offers shoppers another simple and trusted same-day solution to get the essentials they need.”

Walgreens and Duane Reade are part of Grubhub+, Grubhub’s loyalty program, which offers members perks like $0 delivery fees and lower service fees on eligible orders, discounted priority delivery, and ongoing member-only exclusive offers.* Walgreens joins a growing list of convenience retailers available on Grubhub.

About Walgreens
Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations, and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni-channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

Walgreens is the flagship U.S. brand of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader. Its retail locations are a critical point of access and convenience in thousands of communities, with Walgreens pharmacists playing a greater role as part of the healthcare system and patients’ care teams than ever before. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides critical care and pharmacy services to millions of patients with rare disease states and complex, chronic conditions.

* Benefits apply to orders over the applicable subtotal minimum. Terms and additional fees apply. Learn more here.

American Heart Association Social Impact Funds Awards Four Organizations with Support from Grubhub Community Fund

DALLAS, Feb. 19, 2025 — The conditions in which we are born, live, learn, work, play and age — the social drivers of health — are better predictors of health and life expectancy than our genetic code. In communities nationwide, people living in locations just a handful of miles apart can have a dramatic difference in life expectancy.

To help level the playing field, the Grubhub Community Fund awarded the American Heart Association® Social Impact Funds a $2 million grant to support food security, technology innovation and economic resiliency in New York City and Chicago.

“We are grateful for this generous support, which will help fill a critical resource gap and help communities overcome barriers to high-quality, accessible health care, food security and economic empowerment,” said Regina Benjamin, M.D., MBA, chair of the Social Impact Funds Impact Investment Committee and 18th U.S. Surgeon General. “With support from the Grubhub Community Fund and other generous funding, American Heart Association Ventures offers a unique opportunity to turn philanthropy into action that makes a real and exponential difference in peoples’ lives.”

The American Heart Association Social Impact Funds will use this new support to help up to 12 organizations and entrepreneurs with significant efforts focused in Chicago and New York City through proprietary sourcing, investment and performance management processes. Four focused on Chicago have already been identified:

CareYaya, based in North Carolina, an on-demand marketplace connecting families with more than 25,000 students in pre-health programs to be caregivers for affordable, flexible in-home care access, while helping to expand the care workforce amidst a critical caregiver shortage;
Farm Generations Corporation, based in New York, a farmer-owned cooperative that supports farm viability, food access and regenerative agriculture through technological innovation and community building. Its flagship product, GrownBy, is a SNAP-eligible, direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform connecting growers and consumers across America;
Nectar, based in Chicago, a platform that drives innovation in food security by delivering food as medicine in partnership with charitable food organizations; and
RiseKit, based in Chicago, a software platform that empowers untapped talent to find jobs and improve their economic well-being and address social drivers of health through community-based organizations and job training programs

“At Grubhub, we are committed to creating meaningful change in the communities where we operate, with a focus on supporting our largest market, New York City, and hometown, Chicago. With the American Heart Association being equally committed as us in advancing food security, technology innovation, and economic resiliency, Grubhub is proud of this ongoing work, made possible by the Grubhub Community Fund, to support organizations advancing equitable health in New York City and Chicago,” said Brianna Morris, senior manager, community impact for Grubhub. “We are excited for the four organizations that have received financial support thus far, and we look forward to seeing how their communities are positively impacted.”

Organizations are selected for funding by the Social Impact Funds based on their promising solutions to address social drivers of health and local barriers to achieving equitable health. The Funds evaluate opportunities to identify innovative, evidence-based candidates that align with the American Heart Association’s mission and demonstrate the potential for lasting community impact.

Learn more about the Social Impact Funds at heart.org/socialimpactfunds.

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About the American Heart Association®

The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.

About the American Heart Association Social Impact Funds

The American Heart Association’s Social Impact Funds, including the Bernard J. Tyson Impact Fund, channel capital to small and medium-sized organizations that know their community best and whose ideas accelerate innovation to address local community and national health challenges. With a focus on improving health equity and expanding access to capital, the Funds support accessible, high quality health care, food security and economic empowerment. Since launching in 2018, the Funds have provided $21.5 million in financial support to more than 130 local enterprises to positively impact the well-being of nearly 5 million people. Learn more about our work at heart.org/socialimpactfunds.

Grubhub Grows Pet Category with the Addition of Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash

Customers can order from nearly 700 Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash locations for on-demand delivery

CHICAGO and LIVONIA, Mich., Jan. 28, 2025 – Grubhub is making it easier for pet owners to order food, toys, grooming essentials, accessories and more with the addition of a leading pet retailer, Pet Supplies Plus, and its emerging sister brand, Wag N’ Wash, to its marketplace. Through this partnership, Grubhub customers can access thousands of pet-related products from nearly 700 Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash locations across the country.

With the convenience of on-demand delivery, pet owners no longer need to make last-minute trips to the store for pet food or supplies, making it easier than ever to care for their pets. In addition to essentials like food and toys, customers can order travel accessories, cold weather clothing and health and wellness items, including flea and tick treatments.

“Adding Pet Supplies Plus to Grubhub’s growing list of partners highlights our continued commitment to offering a diverse range of products and services that meet the needs of all our customers,” said Craig Whitmer, vice president of new verticals at Grubhub. “For pet owners, this partnership creates a seamless shopping experience, providing owners with access to a wide variety of pet products with the convenience and quality of on-demand home delivery.”

As the hometown store for all things pets, Pet Supplies Plus is a neighborhood staple in each community it serves. Locally owned and operated, each store is staffed with a friendly, knowledgeable team and offers a wide selection of over 10,000 products from 400 brands.

“In everything we do, our neighbors always remain top priority,” shared Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash. “Through this partnership with Grubhub, pet owners will have another resource to ensure their furry, scaly or feathery friend is cared for.”

To celebrate, Grubhub is offering customers 30% off orders of $30+ from January 27th to February 9th.* Additionally, Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are also available as part of Grubhub+, Grubhub’s loyalty program that allows members to enjoy benefits like $0 delivery fees and lower service fees on eligible orders, discounted priority delivery, ongoing member-only exclusive offers, and more.**

About Pet Supplies Plus
Your neighborhood Pet Supplies Plus has everything you need for your furry, scaly and feathery friends. Its shelves are stocked with the right products, including a wide selection of over 10,000 natural and made in the USA products from 400 brands. Easily find all their favorites at prices you love, whether you shop in store or online using free curbside pickup, same-day delivery or Autoship. To help keep your pets happy and healthy, pet prescriptions can be filled online and delivered directly to your door. As the nation’s largest pet retail franchise with more than 730 locations in 44 states and counting, Pet Supplies Plus makes shopping local simple. For more information visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

About Wag N’ Wash
Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming, a full-line dog grooming and self-wash specialty retail destination, has a mission to recognize, promote and foster the positive impact that companion pets and their humans have on each other. Wag N’ Wash provides full-service grooming, self-wash facilities, baked dog treats, natural food, supplements, and toys. Wag N’ Wash has ranked on Denver Business Journal’s Colorado-Based Franchisors List, Franchise Times’ Top 200+ List and Franchise Gator’s Top 100 Franchisees List. Today, there are 25 Wag N’ Wash locations open across the nation. To learn more about Wag N’ Wash, please visit https://www.wagnwashfranchising.com/.

*Terms and fees apply. Available for orders from participating Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash locations only on the Grubhub platform. Order subtotal must be at least $30 (before tax, tip, and fees). Discount will apply to the order subtotal only, up to $15 off. Available 1/27/2025 – 2/09/2025, or while supplies last. See applicable menu page for more details.

** Benefits apply to orders over the applicable subtotal minimum. Terms and additional fees apply. Learn more here.

Grubhub’s 2024 Delivered Trend Report Reveals Americans Were ‘Doing the Most’ This Year

From extra-extra protein to extra shots of espresso, customers were doing the most with delivery orders that were, well… a bit extra in all the best ways!

Today, Grubhub released its annual 2024 Delivered Report, offering a deep dive into consumer ordering trends and behaviors. The report analyzes orders placed throughout the year—from restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, and more—delivered to customers at home, work, college campuses, hotel rooms, and beyond. Grubhub’s trends reveal that even when it felt a bit “extra,” no one hesitated to “add to bag.” Americans fully embraced the art of going all in, making 2024 the year of ‘Doing the Most.’

People rejected the minimalist trend as we witnessed a rise in the end of quiet luxury, neon green aesthetics, loud pop tracks, and a common pride in doing everything to the fullest. After all, doing it halfway didn’t get the gold. What some considered excess, others saw as essential. People were determined to get the most out of their purchases, their travel experiences, and certainly their delivery choices.

Ready to dive into the report? Don’t just grab a coffee for this read– make it an espresso🎶. Oh wait, you probably already have!

PROTEIN POPPED OFF, ONE CHICKEN BREAST AT A TIME
This year, Americans weren’t just eating protein – they were going ALL in. Whether it was meal prepping like pros, or loading up on protein-heavy delivery favorites, they made sure every bite packed a punch. Pro tip: up👏 the👏 protein👏!

Chicken ruled this year being included in nearly 40% of all Grubhub restaurant orders and crowding grocery carts like a superstar. Chicken was also part of Grubhub grocery store orders almost three times as often as beef. If there was a protein popularity contest, chicken would take home the crown!
Extra protein was extra desirable with 15% of Grubhub Chipotle orders including double protein.
Cottage cheese had a social media-fueled renaissance. Customers embraced the protein-packed dairy, transforming trending dishes like cottage cheese toast and flatbreads. But this trend wasn’t just seen on social media. This year, Grubhub delivered over one ton of cottage cheese orders to customers. That’s more than two thousand pounds of cottage cheese!
These 5 cities were leading the charge, using curds and whey in the most creative ways:
1. New York City
2. Los Angeles
3. Chicago
4. San Francisco
5. Boston

PEOPLE COULDN’T STOP THINKIN’ ABOUT ME ESPRESSO
Americans were buzzing with their love for espresso – whether sipping it in their drinks or blasting it on repeat in their music playlists. So much so that even Grubhub espresso orders spiked the week of June 22nd, right as the hit song topped the charts. Coincidence? We think not! To top it off (literally), customers added more espresso shots to their orders than last year! But it wasn’t just basic espresso that people needed in their lives. They were thirsty for variety and Grubhub delivered, offering nearly 15,000 unique variations of lattes alone this year.

Top 5 cities ordering the most espresso:

Miami
Los Angeles
Denver
Boston
New York City

PICKLES HAD EXTRA ENTRÉE ENERGY
The briny cucumber continued to rise in popularity with a 14% increase in overall orders. This came as no surprise as people made the most of their pickle passions – whether as a bread substitute for cold-cut sandwiches or using its distinctive juices to sour their sodas. Whatever floats your boat!

CONVENIENCE DELIVERY DID THE MOST AS A ONE-STOP CRAVINGS SHOP
Customers turned to their neighborhood convenience spots for 24/7 sustenance, making the most of their diverse offerings on Grubhub. Made-to-order hotdogs, bananas and sodas topped the list as the most popular items ordered from convenience stores this year.

Dr Pepper took the lead as the most-ordered soda from convenience stores. While people still found joy in their Diet Coke breaks, 2024 saw the soda claim victory in the battle of the bubbles! Whether poured from the fountain or straight from the can into the tumbler, customers embraced its unexpected viral twist—added pickles! Who could resist that bold flavor combination?

EMPLOYEES MAXIMIZED THEIR IN-OFFICE PERKS
Thanks to return-to-office policies and trends like coffee badging, corporate ordering made a big comeback. This year, Grubhub saw a 53% increase in corporate coffee orders. If employees were heading back to the office, they were definitely getting their corporate dollars’ worth!

But coffee isn’t the only workplace routine that made a statement this year. “Chipotle Boys” shook up the lunch scene, turning the burrito bowl into the ultimate workday staple – one forkful at a time, multiple times a week. As a result, burrito bowls spiked as THE office lunch choice with corporate Chipotle lunch orders increasing by 27% on Grubhub.

MEXICAN CUISINE WAS SO MUCH MORE THAN TACO NIGHT
It wasn’t just taco night – Mexican cuisine stole the show as the most popular international cuisine for Grubhub customers across the country, and many took their taco game to the next level, ordering nearly 1.3 million birria orders this year alone.

COLLEGE STUDENTS MAJORED IN CAFFEINE
This year, energy drinks trended as a caffeine sidekick and coffee alternative. College students powered through midterm season with February seeing the highest energy drink orders across college campuses, up nearly a third compared to other months.

And while college years are punctuated by exams, getting the most out of the college experience requires energy for epic, early-morning weekend tailgates and late-night socializing. The East Coast did the most when it came to caffeine orders on Grubhub, and these were the top five colleges that ordered the most coffee:

Pace University – NYC
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Syracuse University
University of Rochester
Rowan University

WHEN IT WAS TIME TO WIND DOWN, DECAF DID THE MOST FOR A BETTER NIGHT’S SLEEP
Some colleges turned to decaf so they could get the most out of their sleep! These five schools were the most decaffeinated:

Fordham University
California State University Fullerton
University of Massachusetts Lowell
University of Illinois Chicago
WashU

In 2024, America embraced the power of peaceful slumber with a surge in decaf orders, marking a 5% boost in caffeine-free choices nationwide. But the real trendsetter? A whopping 21% of those decaf orders were placed after lunch, making the 2 p.m. coffee break a mindful ritual rather than a caffeine-fueled habit. It’s clear: Americans are now sipping their way to better sleep, and that afternoon decaf moment has never been more intentional or more relaxing!

SWEET, SPICY, & EVERYTHING NICE: SWICY DELIVERED THE MOST FOR DINERS’ TASTE BUDS
Swicy took the nation by storm, mixing the best of both worlds—sweet and spicy—into everything from summer drinks to snacks and spirits. Why settle for one when you can have the best of both? This irresistible combo wasn’t just a trend—it was a full-blown movement. In fact, hot honey purchases surged by 30% in Grubhub grocery stores orders, proving that Americans were all in on swicy, pairing it with everything from fried chicken to French fries. Talk about a flavor duo that hits all the right notes!

TRAVELERS MADE THE MOST OUT OF STAYING IN THEIR HOTEL ROOMS
Ever been too tired to leave your hotel room but still wanted to taste the best local flavors? You’re not alone! This year, travelers were very demure and ditched nights on the town for hotel room meals, with 60% of all hotel delivery orders occurring during dinner time. Thanks to Grubhub’s partnerships with top hotels across the country, cravings and forgotten toiletries didn’t stand a chance of ruining vacation goals.

But that’s not all! Wine pairings at dinner, champagne for breakfast in bed, or a six-pack of seltzers to go- adult beverages helped make hotel room stays extra special. These cities placed the most alcohol orders to their hotel:

Virginia Beach
Chicago
New York City
Washington, D.C.

HOSTESSES MADE THE MOST-EST OUT OF FAMILY MEALS
2024 was a big year for at-home entertaining, and Grubhub users were all about socializing with guests over prepping in the kitchen. When it came to feeding the crowd, they called in reinforcements, ordering over 1.6 million family meals from their favorite popular restaurants. Socializing > meal prepping, and Grubhub made it happen!

Ready to hop on these trends before 2025 rings in new cultural food moments?
Sign up for Grubhub+, the platform’s popular loyalty membership program, and take advantage of $0 delivery fees and lower service fees on eligible orders, discounted priority delivery, 5% credit back on pickup orders, ongoing member-only exclusive offers, and more.*

Grubhub+ is also available to all Amazon Prime members (a $120 value per year) – making restaurant, grocery, and convenience ordering easier and more affordable than ever before. If you’re a company looking to bring meal perks to your workplace, please visit corporate.grubhub.com.

Follow Grubhub on X, Instagram, and TikTok, and visit about.grubhub.com for more on the latest news and offerings.

*Benefits apply on eligible standard orders that meet the applicable subtotal minimum only. Additional fees (including service fees and priority delivery fees) may apply. Grubhub+ is an automatically renewing membership service requiring recurring payments at the then-current rate (currently $9.99/mo) plus tax until canceled. For more details and terms on Grubhub+, visit grubhub.com/plus.

About Grubhub
Grubhub is a leading U.S. food ordering and delivery marketplace. Dedicated to connecting diners with the food they love from their favorite local restaurants, Grubhub elevates food ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms, and an improved delivery experience. Grubhub features 375,000 merchants in over 4,000 U.S. cities.

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