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What’s on restaurateurs’ minds? Depends on their gender

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 16, 2018

A survey of 1,000 small business owners found pronounced differences in the business attitudes of male and female operators.

Financing

Twin Peaks’ sales keep climbing

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 14, 2018

The company says its same-store sales rose 9.4% in the second quarter, thanks in part to its focus on sports.

Financing

Which Wich founder buys Paciugo Gelato Caffe

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 06, 2018

Sinelli Concepts International has acquired the 32-unit gelato chain.

Financing

Shake Shack shares tumble on news of delayed new unit openings

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 03, 2018

Labor shortages and permitting issues are contributing to the chain's slowdown.

Financing

Cinnabon’s owner to buy Jamba Juice for $200M

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 02, 2018

Focus Brands is paying $13 per share for the 800-unit juice chain.

Financing

Texas Roadhouse reports same-store sales growth of 5.7% for Q2

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 31, 2018

Casual-dining chain Texas Roadhouse is joining a number of others in the category—including BJ’s Restaurants and Brewhouse and Bloomin’ Brands—in reporting sales growth for the recent quarter. Texa...

Financing

Papa John’s names Olivia Kirtley board chair

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 30, 2018

The former Ernst & Young CFO takes over for John Schnatter as the company looks for additional board members.

Financing

US Foods to acquire SGA’s Food Group of Companies for $1.8B

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 30, 2018

The deal includes 16-state broadline distributor Food Services of America.

Operations

BJ’s sees significant jump in same-store sales

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 27, 2018

The casual-dining chain reported a 5.6% increase in comps for its second quarter.

Financing

Dunkin’ Donuts earmarks $100M for beverage repositioning

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 27, 2018

The investment follows the chain’s strongest comps gain since 2016.

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