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Bloomin' to close part of Bonefish Grill

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 17, 2016

The 7-percent cut follows another drop in comps for the seafood chain.

Financing

8.7% traffic drop stings Chili's in latest quarter

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 01, 2017

Maggiano's also saw a slide in guest counts.

Leadership

Charlie Sarkis, Boston's pioneering multiconcept operator, dies at 78

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 14, 2018

His Back Bay Restaurant Group was an early example of the MCOs that are now found throughout the nation.

Bravo Brio to shed weak restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 24, 2016

A go/no-go review of each branch is part of a comprehensive new plan to revive the operator of two polished-casual chains.

Leadership

Hard Rock gets new corporate executive chef

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 09, 2017

Michael Coury will spearhead the menu strategy for the brand’s 178 cafe units.

Marketing

Chili's simplifies loyalty program with every-visit rewards

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 20, 2018

All members will get something free when they visit a store.

Bloomin’ Brands shuffles management

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 01, 2016

The shifts in leadership of Outback and Bonefish Grill follow the casual giant's $8.1 million loss for the second quarter.

Marketing

Quaker Steak & Lube tries a Tuesday traffic booster

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 15, 2017

The casual chain has added a $10 Tuesdays deal.

Financing

Olive Garden parent reels off positive comps, a host of surprises

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 22, 2018

Six of Darden Restaurants' seven multiunit brands posted positive comps for Q3. The how's and why's provided some surprises.

Emerging Brands

7 concepts to watch

By Lauren Hallow on Nov. 16, 2016

Here’s a peek at some of the newest restaurants we’re monitoring, along with some soon-to-open concepts to keep an eye on.

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