finance

What will Cava and Zoes Kitchen look like if $300M acquisition goes through?

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 23, 2018

“Everything’s on the table,” Cava CEO Brett Schulman told Restaurant Business.

A good summer for restaurants, but not for chains

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 20, 2018

July sales spiked 9.7%, but large brands are still seeing traffic problems, thanks perhaps to “chain fatigue.”

Cava to acquire Zoes Kitchen for $300M

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 17, 2018

The fast-casual deal was largely financed by an investment from Panera Bread’s founder.

Bellagreen secures $2.7M in funding

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 16, 2018

The fast-casual chain, formerly known as Ruggles Green, plans to expand across Texas.

What’s on restaurateurs’ minds? Depends on their gender

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 16, 2018

A survey of 1,000 small business owners found pronounced differences in the business attitudes of male and female operators.

Twin Peaks’ sales keep climbing

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 14, 2018

The company says its same-store sales rose 9.4% in the second quarter, thanks in part to its focus on sports.

Which Wich founder buys Paciugo Gelato Caffe

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 06, 2018

Sinelli Concepts International has acquired the 32-unit gelato chain.

Shake Shack shares tumble on news of delayed new unit openings

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 03, 2018

Labor shortages and permitting issues are contributing to the chain's slowdown.

Cinnabon’s owner to buy Jamba Juice for $200M

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 02, 2018

Focus Brands is paying $13 per share for the 800-unit juice chain.

Texas Roadhouse reports same-store sales growth of 5.7% for Q2

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 31, 2018

Casual-dining chain Texas Roadhouse is joining a number of others in the category—including BJ’s Restaurants and Brewhouse and Bloomin’ Brands—in reporting sales growth for the recent quarter. Texa...

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