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Del Frisco’s fills a niche in its portfolio by acquiring Barteca Restaurant Group

 By Patricia Cobe on May 15, 2018

The $325 million deal will bring the steakhouse-centered company a high-energy vibe and strength in new dayparts.

Leadership

Qdoba names Keith Guilbault CEO

 By Jonathan Maze on May 14, 2018

As the chain’s new owner, Apollo, solidifies the chain’s management team, Susan Daggett was appointed CFO.

Financing

Cava Grill raising another $35M

By Jonathan Maze on May 14, 2018

The rapidly growing fast-casual chain has raised more than $130 million to fuel its expansion.

Financing

Noodles & Co. stock surges on positive sales

By Jonathan Maze on May 11, 2018

The fast-casual chain said its same-store sales have turned positive after years of weakness.

Financing

Black Box: Restaurant sales in April the best in 3 years

By Jonathan Maze on May 10, 2018

Traffic is still falling, but the industry is showing some improvement after a tough start to 2018.

Operations

Bojangles’ eyes further store closures

By Heather Lalley on May 10, 2018

The move follows the quick-service chain’s Q1 sales decline.

Financing

Papa Murphy’s growth comes to a halt

By Jonathan Maze on May 10, 2018

The pizza chain has closed more than 60 locations over the past year amid weak sales.

Financing

Franchisors need to say more about franchisee finances

By Jonathan Maze on May 10, 2018

The bankruptcy filing of large Applebee’s franchisee shows that franchisors don’t reveal enough of their operators’ financial health, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Applebee's parent company hires mergers and acquisitions vet as CFO

By Peter Romeo on May 09, 2018

The appointment of Thomas Song fills a gap in Dine Brands Global's turnaround team.

Financing

Potbelly says it won't be sold

By Jonathan Maze on May 09, 2018

The company said that its strategic review didn’t result in a viable offer, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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