casual_dining

What operators need to know about Houlihan’s planned turnaround

By Lauren Hallow on Jan. 23, 2017

Casual-dining veteran and Houlihan's CEO Mike Archer spoke with Restaurant Business on what changes he’s brought in—and still plans to make—that should keep competitors on their toes, from bar revamps to delivery service. There are even a few lessons from Houlihan’s that others pushing to modernize can learn.

Financing

Black Bear Diner crosses the Rockies

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2018

The California-based family-dining chain is taking its expansion east.

Marketing

Dave & Buster's looks to virtual reality for a sales lift

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 04, 2018

The chain is also testing a fast-casual option within its restaurants.

Food

4 food flights taking off

By Lizzy Freier on Apr. 07, 2017

Restaurants take sampling beyond beer and wine to waffles, pies, sauces and more.

Financing

J. Alexander's-Ninety Nine merger dealt a big blow

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2018

A pair of advisory firms are recommending that shareholders vote against the deal.

Financing

Rhone Capital completes its purchase of Fogo de Chao

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 05, 2018

The Brazilian steakhouse chain was sold to the private-equity group over a proposed merger from another public company.

Ignite files for bankruptcy

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 06, 2017

After speculation that it would do so, the parent company of Joe’s Crab Shack and Brick House Tavern + Tap is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

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