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Chipotle raised prices another 4% but still can’t outrun inflation

 By Heather Lalley on Apr. 27, 2022

The burrito giant’s revenue and same-store sales grew during the first quarter but its margins took another hit because of soaring commodity and labor costs.

Financing

BJ’s posts record Q1 despite omicron impact

 By Joe Guszkowski on Apr. 21, 2022

As its restaurants staffed up again, sales followed, helping the chain generate its highest revenues ever for the period.

Financing

Kiosks and AI are on the horizon for BurgerFi, Anthony’s

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 15, 2022

The two chains said they are starting to see some efficiencies after joining forces last year, but development was slowed by COVID.

Operations

Dave & Buster’s hopes for smooth sailing after latest COVID surge has passed

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 29, 2022

The food-and-games operator said it’s seeing significant pent-up demand for gathering in its restaurants and is working to boost its late-night business.

Operations

How First Watch is setting itself apart

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 25, 2022

One of the industry’s fastest-growing brands has been content to carve out its own path to success.

Operations

Arby’s owner Inspire Brands had record sales in 2021

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 25, 2022

The restaurant group generated $30 billion last year, a double-digit increase, and each of its six brands set growth records of their own.

Financing

Olive Garden owner’s record sales overshadowed by omicron

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 24, 2022

A historic December gave way to a difficult January for Darden Restaurants, but it had bounced back again by February.

Operations

Why Darden CEO Gene Lee isn’t worried about consumers’ spending power

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 24, 2022

On his final earnings call as chief executive, Lee provided some parting wisdom about the state of restaurants in an unusual moment for the economy.

Operations

First Watch is raising prices after holding off last year

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 23, 2022

The breakfast-and-lunch chain instituted a 3.9% hike in the first quarter as food and labor costs continue to rise.

Operations

Why Greg Flynn says Applebee’s is ‘kicking ass’ right now

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 16, 2022

The country’s largest restaurant franchisee said Applebee’s has become the top performer in its portfolio after a big 2021.

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