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Financing

Chili’s to push value with first TV ads in more than 3 years

 By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 01, 2023

With sales (and prices) on the rise, the chain is turning its attention to traffic by promoting a $10.99 meal deal.

Operations

A dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP comes to Dubai

 By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 31, 2023

It’s the first of five combo locations slated for the Middle East as co-branding continues its comeback.

Marketing

How Steak and Ale and Red Lobster invented casual dining

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 31, 2023

Restaurant Rewind: The graybeards are planning comebacks. Here’s how they changed the game 60 years ago.

Marketing

TGI Fridays unveils 3-course meal deal as value wars continue

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 25, 2023

Fridays is the latest full-service chain to add a bargain offer amid fears that inflation-weary customers are trading down.

Operations

14 years after disappearing, Steak and Ale is set to return

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 17, 2023

For its second act, the casual-dining pioneer will revive many of its signature elements while adding some new tricks.

Technology

Black Bear Diner plans big tech upgrades for 2023

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 12, 2023

The chain is investing in a new POS system and QR code-based ordering, which it believes will enhance service while also helping staff.

Financing

Olive Garden’s parent is in the market for another brand

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 10, 2023

Darden Restaurants signaled its interest in adding a 10th concept. It most recently acquired Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen in 2017.

Financing

Red Robin to invest in new grills as part of turnaround effort

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 09, 2023

The flat-top grills are expected to improve the chain’s burgers. They’re part of a five-point “north star” developed by new CEO G.J. Hart.

Leadership

Texas Roadhouse names Gina Tobin president

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 09, 2023

Tobin assumes the post from Jerry Morgan, who remains CEO. The company said the move will enable Morgan to spend more time in the field.

Leadership

Texas Roadhouse CFO Tonya Robinson retires

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 06, 2023

She had been with the chain since 1998. VP of Finance Keith Humpich will take over while the company looks for a permanent replacement.

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