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Financing

Del Frisco’s to buy owner of Barcelona and Bartaco for $325M

 By Jonathan Maze on May 07, 2018

The deal for Barteca Restaurant Group gives the casual-dining operator two growth chains.

Leadership

How to succeed the founder: Different by design at Not Your Average Joe’s

 By Peter Romeo on May 04, 2018

CEO Peter D’Amelio worked with chain creator Steve Silverstein to ensure a smooth transition, but he's no passive caretaker. The onetime president of The Cheesecake Factory is plotting his own course.

Financing

Applebee's bounces back, plans to resume expansion

By Peter Romeo on May 03, 2018

The chain's improved performance is proof full-service chains are holding their own against fast casual, executives stressed.

Operations

Casual-dining rebound hasn't pulled Chili’s along

By Peter Romeo on May 01, 2018

Sales and traffic comps remained negative for the big brand in Brinker’s portfolio.

Marketing

Bob Evans debuts ‘Meatloaf Mondays’

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 07, 2017

Customers who wear their pajamas in-restaurant and order from a select group of entrees will get a dessert free of charge.

Financing

Rhone Capital to buy Fogo de Chao for $560M

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 20, 2018

The take-private deal comes less than three years after Fogo went public.

Financing

Ruby Tuesday is sold

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 16, 2017

The chain was acquired by a private-equity firm run by restaurant franchisees.

Financing

Famous Dave's Q4 same-store sales increase

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 06, 2018

Franchisees' same-store sales increased 1.1% as the company refranchised more units and added delivery.

Outback's parent to introduce cross-brand loyalty program

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 18, 2016

Patrons will be rewarded for visiting any of the casual-dining giant’s restaurants.

Financing

BWW’s largest franchisee seeks a change

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 06, 2017

Diversified Restaurant Holdings is pursuing a sale or other extraordinary option.

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