finance

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 05, 2023

The Bottom Line: After a strong start to 2023, industry stocks have taken a hit more recently as Wall Street worries about the consumer and higher interest rates.

Financing

The Greene Turtle raises $6M from Bill Ackman's Table Management

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 04, 2023

The 36-unit sports bar chain will put the funding toward growing its sportsbook business and its new sister concept, Clark Crew BBQ.

Financing

Get your house in order before bringing on investors

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 03, 2023

At an Investment Summit, held on an actual summit in Southern California, restaurant investors shared advice for bringing in financial partners.

Technology

New investment group sets sights on promising tech and eatertainment

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 27, 2023

With financial backing from more than 30 industry veterans, Emerging Fund is hoping to offer fledgling companies a potent platform.

Leadership

Panera Brands takes another step in its planned IPO

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 25, 2023

Krispy Kreme CEO Mike Tattersfield, who is stepping down from that position in January, will become the company’s board chairman. Former Starbucks CFO Patrick Grismer will become lead independent director.

Financing

Ruth's Chris acquisition already paying off for Darden

By Joe Guszkowski on Sep. 21, 2023

Adding the steakhouse chain to its portfolio will unlock $35 million in synergies and savings per year for the company, $15 million more than expected.

Leadership