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How your restaurant sales and profits compare to competitors' and what you can do to improve financial performance

Window opens for pandemic aid to Texas restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 04, 2022

Under a state program specifically for travel and hospitality businesses, establishments can qualify for grants of up to $20,000.

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Restaurant sales rise, thanks to higher prices

By Jonathan Maze, Lisa Jennings, Peter Romeo and Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 04, 2022

Earnings roundup: Travel rebound lifts Marriott; Noodles and El Pollo Loco push value; lower beef costs help Ruth’s; Pizza Inn’s owner remains profitable and the Texas heat hits Chuy’s.

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Papa John’s sales slow amid a 'challenging' year

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2022

The pizza chain’s same-store sales fell less than 1% in North America as traveling consumers order less pizza. The company also lamented record costs that hit its profits.

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Restaurants favor Republicans in next week's Congressional races

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2022

Nearly two-thirds of operators believe a GOP regain of the House and Senate would be better for their businesses.

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Burger King's operational improvements start paying off

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2022

The company’s U.S. same-store sales improved last quarter, driven by its new line of chicken sandwiches and a focus on the Whopper.

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G.J. Hart’s vision for Red Robin: Better burgers and more managers

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 03, 2022

The new CEO wants to get the brand back on track by improving its menu and correcting past missteps.

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Fast-food chains believe they have the upper hand in a recession

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2022

The Bottom Line: Companies like Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell and Papa John’s may be in a good position to gain share if the economy does hit a recession. History suggests they’re right.

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