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Sales rebound puts Cheesecake Factory on route to $12M AUV

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 27, 2021

Staffing challenges aren't hampering sales, which are running 10% over pre-pandemic levels.

Consumer Trends

Casual dining's traffic is nearly back to pre-pandemic levels, study finds

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 16, 2021

The sector's customer counts should top 2019 levels by the end of summer, according to the report.

Financing

Good Times sees the difference between full and limited-service recoveries

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 15, 2021

But both the limited-service Good Times and the full-service Bad Daddy's are cutting their hours because of labor problems.

Marketing

Ruby Tuesday uses a virtual concept as a dine-in draw

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 15, 2021

Selected items off Libby's BBQ menu will be offered on-site and for takeout through the summer.

Topics

With sales growing again, Kura Sushi looks to step up expansion

Jul. 14, 2021

The Japan-based chain is resuming its penetration of the U.S. market now that its current 32 units are fully open.

Financing

Tony Roma's gets a new owner and leader

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 13, 2021

Ramon Bourgeois is serving as acting CEO after the rib chain was acquired by Equity Investors of New England.

Marketing

Rock Bottom launches a $300 beer club

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 08, 2021

Members of the Beer Barrel Club get their own keg and a $300 credit for refills.

Leadership

Greg Trojan to retire as BJ's CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 06, 2021

The nine-year veteran will be succeeded by President and CFO Greg Levin. Thomas Houdek will become financial chief.

Financing

Quick: Which restaurant segment is currently soaring?

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 01, 2021

Not even Jeopardy’s best might have nailed the surprising answer.

Leadership

Red Lobster names former Chili's chief Kelli Valade CEO

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 01, 2021

Currently Black Box CEO, Valade will succeed Kim Lopdrup at the seafood giant on Aug. 2.

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