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Operations

Fine dining landmark Canlis continues to reinvent itself as it fights to survive

 By Heather Lalley on Oct. 16, 2020

The 50-year-old Seattle restaurant is becoming Canlis Community College for the fall.

Financing

Darden sees no virtual concepts in its future

 By Peter Romeo on Sep. 25, 2020

The emotional connection and controls on execution just aren’t there, according to its CEO.

Leadership

Ray Risley named president of Front Burner's Whiskey Cake

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2020

Risley wsa previously president of Del Frisco's and its Double Eagle chain.

Financing

Why Il Mulino decided to declare bankruptcy

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 05, 2020

The high-end chain filed for seven of its 16 units in a bid to outmaneuver a creditor looking to take the company over.

Operations

Independent restaurants prepare for a long disruption

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 27, 2020

Close to a majority are investing in permanent adjustments to pandemic conditions.

Operations

Mask enforcement becomes a battleground for operators

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 14, 2020

Restaurant owners say diners have brandished weapons and spit on them after being told they must wear a mask to enter.

Leadership

Michael O’Donnell retires as executive chairman of Ruth’s Chris parent

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 10, 2020

O’Donnell had served as CEO of Ruth’s Chris Steak House from 2008 to 2018.

Financing

Fig & Olive declares bankruptcy

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 07, 2020

The upscale Mediterranean chain was pushed over the edge by the coronavirus crisis but had been in financial trouble stemming from a foodborne illness outbreak since 2015, according to court documents.

Operations

One operator’s design-forward approach to social distancing

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 11, 2020

An upscale restaurant enforces safety guidelines with style and substance.

Top 500 Chains

The Capital Grille

Apr. 21, 2020

Get Top 500 data: sales, units and YOY change, average unit volume, and company/franchise units, as well as Technomic’s analysis, growth forecast and more.

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