Carrabba's Italian Grill

Outback parent to close 43 restaurants after posting loss

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 17, 2017

Bloomin' Brands said Q4 domestic comps fort Outback and Carrabba's decreased 4.8% and 2.3%, respectively.

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Jun. 11, 2017

The chain from Bloomin' Brands serves handmade Italian dishes from a lively exhibition kitchen

Operations

Red Robin tries a delivery-only spinoff

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 13, 2017

Red Robin Express will have no storefront, just production capabilities for producing the food found in full-service units.

Financing

Outback co-founder leaves Bloomin’ Brands

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 11, 2017

Chris Sullivan, who helped start the steakhouse, resigns from parent company’s board.

Operations

Delivery backlash and 4 other head-spinning moments

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 23, 2018

The dash for off-premise business is taking a detour around third-party delivery. Meanwhile, Amy Poehler isn't making restaurateurs laugh, R&D kitchens are cooking up some unusual new products, and the drug epidemic is prompting some controversial changes in operations.

Marketing

Chili's simplifies loyalty program with every-visit rewards

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 20, 2018

All members will get something free when they visit a store.

Chicken Soup

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 15, 2010

There’s no better cure for the common cold than a steaming bowl of chicken soup. In addition to offering the classic chicken noodle and matzoh ball versions to cure our ills and soothe our souls, restaurants are menuing a number of tasty chicken soup variations.

Consumer Trends

Top chains by menu segment for 2017

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 17, 2017

Chains ranking highest in their competitive set deliver more than just good food. They’re winning in all aspects of the dining experience, from service to convenience.

Operations