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Financing

California Pizza Kitchen exits Chapter 11 protection

 By Peter Romeo on Nov. 24, 2020

The casual chain says its debt load is $220 million lighter, with no repayments due near-term.

Topics

Bonchon plans new formats, a relocation to Dallas

 By Peter Romeo on Nov. 20, 2020

Fast-casual and to-go-only prototypes are under development, the Korean-chicken chain says.

Leadership

Applebee’s parent names John Peyton CEO

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 17, 2020

Dine Brands Global will replace Steve Joyce with the CEO of the real estate brokerage company Realogy Franchise Group.

Operations

Never mind WWII. Here are the wars that really made Friendly’s

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 08, 2020

The 85-year-old family chain is getting its fifth owner. Here’s the saga of what happened under the prior four.

Emerging Brands

P.F. Chang’s bets big on its To Go format

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 04, 2020

With more than 15 locations planned for 2021, the polished casual brand intends to challenge mom-and-pop joints.

Financing

Ruth’s Chris optimistic, but remains at whim of COVID restrictions

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 30, 2020

Same-store sales improved as the chain was able to reopen more dining rooms, but were still down 36% in the third quarter.

Financing

Texas Roadhouse leans in to off-premise as same-store sales turn positive

By Joe Guszkowski on Oct. 28, 2020

The chain is investing in its to-go capabilities and will offer steaks for delivery via an online store.

Financing

Hammered by the pandemic, Studio Movie Grill declares bankruptcy

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 26, 2020

As studios hold back on new releases and restrictions remain, the restaurant-theater chain hybrid started running out of cash.

Operations

Famous Dave's intends to ride ghost kitchens' evolution

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 15, 2020

The barbecue brand is aiming for 50 locations, with 25 coming from its recent deal with Johnny Carino's.

Financing

Bankruptcy caps a long and twisty history for Ruby Tuesday

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 09, 2020

A pioneer of casual dining, the concept has persevered through much in its nearly five decades.

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