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What do restaurant operators have to be thankful for? Plenty

 By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 21, 2023

RB editors look at trends and topics that the industry should be thankful for, from casual dining’s survival to brunch.

Financing

How Texas Roadhouse became a casual-dining juggernaut

 By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 21, 2023

The 671-unit steak chain has risen to the top in a punishing economy largely by breaking the rules.

Operations

How a kick in the assets could help casual dining

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 21, 2023

Chains in search of new revenue streams might want to rethink how they’re using excess space in their restaurants.

Operations

Steak and Ale to make long-awaited return in April

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 08, 2023

After succumbing to bankruptcy in 2008, the casual-dining pioneer will open in Burnsville, Minn., next year.

Operations

Outback sales fall against 'softer backdrop'

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 03, 2023

The chain saw a marked slowdown after Labor Day and is planning to ease up on price increases to give consumers a break.

Operations

As sales slide, Applebee's touts value and menu innovation

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 01, 2023

The chain says promotions like $1 margaritas are working, but it's looking to do more on the permanent menu too.

Operations

After nearly 50 years, Pappas Restaurants is still keeping it in the family

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 30, 2023

The Houston institution remains proudly family-owned and intent on doing things its own unique way.

Operations

How BJ's could benefit from Calif.'s fast-food wage law

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 27, 2023

Higher QSR prices could boost the value of sit-down meals, CEO Greg Levin said. But BJ's will still feel some labor inflation.

Operations

Texas Roadhouse wants to grow its to-go business

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 26, 2023

Takeout sales increased for the second straight quarter, and the chain said those orders are good for its margins. But it’s still not doing delivery.

Financing

Starboard's presentation on Bloomin' Brands is disappointing

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2023

The Bottom Line: Those hoping for a detailed deck similar to the activist investor’s famous presentation on Darden likely came away wanting.

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