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NPC International could sell Pizza Hut restaurants to other concepts

The operator, battling with its franchisor in court over sale procedures, wants to open the process up to anyone, even other concepts, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Sensing a post-pandemic opportunity, Savory invests in Crack Shack

The investment firm is taking a controlling interest in the chicken concept and says it has the money and capability to grow the chain.

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Sizzler USA declares bankruptcy

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 21, 2020

The company blamed coronavirus for the filing and said it needs to renegotiate leases and cut back on debt.

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Chris Pappas weighs making a bid for Luby's

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 21, 2020

Securities documents show that no offer has yet been made, but due diligence is underway.

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NPC International’s asking price: At least $725M

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 18, 2020

The giant Pizza Hut and Wendy’s franchisee is looking for buyers either in parts or as a whole while in bankruptcy, but it could still opt to reorganize.

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Sardar Biglari takes credit for Cracker Barrel’s improvement

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 15, 2020

RB’s The Bottom Line looks at the investor’s latest claim as he ramps up a proxy campaign against the family dining chain.

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Maison Kayser declares bankruptcy and plans a sale

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 11, 2020

The 16-unit New York chain, which was struggling heading into the pandemic, has an agreement to be sold to Aurify Brands.

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K&W Cafeteria files for bankruptcy

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 10, 2020

The North Carolina chain has closed nine of its locations during the pandemic and is looking for a buyer.

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Chuck E. Cheese’s owner gets a $200M lifeline

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 09, 2020

Owner CEC Entertainment received the OK to get financing that will carry it through the bankruptcy process.

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Levine Leichtman acquires Tropical Smoothie Café

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 08, 2020

The private equity firm partnered with management on the deal for the fast-growing chain.

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