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Casual Dining

Operations

Texas Roadhouse leads rebound in steakhouse visits

 By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 22, 2022

People have flocked back to steak chains over the past year, according to Placer.ai. And the category leader stands apart from the herd.

Financing

Burdened by PPP loans, BLT Steak owner files for bankruptcy

 By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 22, 2022

BLT Restaurant Group said it was unable to meet the requirements for PPP forgiveness due to the closure of indoor dining in New York City.

Leadership

Shell Shack promotes Monte Batson to CEO

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 21, 2022

The restaurant veteran will take over at the emerging chain after starting as COO last year.

Operations

Why Greg Flynn says Applebee’s is ‘kicking ass’ right now

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 16, 2022

The country’s largest restaurant franchisee said Applebee’s has become the top performer in its portfolio after a big 2021.

Financing

Famous Dave's parent to acquire 7-unit Barrio Queen for $28M

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 14, 2022

The company continued its buying spree with the Phoenix-based Mexican chain and also added three bars, bringing its portfolio to eight concepts.

Financing

In Barrio Queen, Famous Dave’s parent finds growth concept it’s been looking for

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 14, 2022

BBQ Holdings plans to fuel the chain's expansion through franchising. It’s also getting into the bar business with the purchase of three bar and grills.

Leadership

Red Lobster hires former Bloomin' exec David Schmidt as CFO

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 14, 2022

Schmidt replaces Craig Pommells, who left the chain to join Cracker Barrel in November.

Operations

Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney joins Walk-On's as franchisee

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 11, 2022

The championship-winning coach will help the chain expand into the Carolinas, including his home turf of Clemson.

Marketing

Chili’s is launching an online merch store

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 11, 2022

The chain will sell limited quantities of shirts, hats, socks and more to celebrate its 47th birthday.

Operations

4 reasons for optimism at Red Robin

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 11, 2022

Staffing challenges have slowed the chain’s comeback from COVID. But these underlying trends have the brand feeling good about the future.

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