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Some of the country’s oldest restaurants are closing permanently

 By Heather Lalley on Jul. 20, 2020

They’ve survived decades of challenges, but these longtime establishments cannot outrun the pandemic.

Operations

Meet the gutsy guy opening his first restaurant this summer

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 17, 2020

Andrew Darneille had to overcome countless obstacles, but he wasn’t going to let a pandemic stop his dream from coming true.

Operations

Even celebrity-backed restaurants can’t weather the pandemic

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 16, 2020

Add to the list of permanently closed concepts a growing number of operations fronted by well-known chefs and stars.

Operations

While some chains thrive, many independents can’t survive the pandemic

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 10, 2020

Independent restaurants, many of which have operated for decades, continue to announce permanent closures amid the coronavirus crisis.

Financing

Ark Restaurants learns how risky the pandemic can be for independents

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 25, 2020

One of the multi-concept operator's priorities right now is holding onto year-end holiday bookings.

Operations

The roll call of shuttered independent restaurants continues to grow

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 19, 2020

Mounting financial pressure magnified by the pandemic is forcing widespread closures of mom and pops around the country.

Financing

Independent Restaurant Coalition makes progress on $120B government relief package

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 18, 2020

The new RESTAURANTS Act could inject up to $271 billion into the economy.

Financing

Report: Up to 85% of independent restaurants could close due to pandemic

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 11, 2020

The government must provide targeted aid for mom-and-pop operations, according to a new report from the Independent Restaurant Coalition.

Operations

One operator’s design-forward approach to social distancing

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 11, 2020

An upscale restaurant enforces safety guidelines with style and substance.

Operations

Independent restaurants continue to bear the brunt of the pandemic

By Heather Lalley on May 29, 2020

Around the country, mom and pops—many of which served their communities for decades—are shutting their doors in record numbers.

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