mergers

Red Robin investor resubmits its purchase offer—this time, without rancor

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 18, 2019

Vintage Capital noted in its nonbinding bid that it is meeting with Red Robin’s leaders and hopes to keep the conversation “constructive.”

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Bravo Brio rejects takeover bid from Romano's Macaroni Grill

By Peter Romeo on May 15, 2018

The two-concept Italian operation says its pending acquisition by a Swiss private-equity group is a better deal.

Panera's acquisition by the numbers

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 06, 2017

The bakery-cafe chain's pending acquisition by JAB Holdings is one of the biggest restaurant deals ever. Here are some other indications of the sale, along with metrics on what the transaction could mean for the industry.

Torchy's gets equity infusion

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 18, 2017

The 46-unit chain is selling a minority interest to an investor in Bartaco and Airbnb.

2 much-watched Indian fast casuals merge into 1

By Peter Romeo on May 18, 2017

Tava Kitchen has been acquired by Curry Up Now.

Beef 'O' Brady's, The Brass Tap change hands

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 20, 2017

The two sports bar concepts were sold by one private-equity firm to another.

2 buffet chains change hands

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 08, 2017

Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes were acquired by a private-equity firm and an investor that operates its holdings, typically for a longer stretch than most PE companies hold their investments.

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