mergers

2 much-watched Indian fast casuals merge into 1

By Peter Romeo on May 18, 2017

Tava Kitchen has been acquired by Curry Up Now.

Beef 'O' Brady's, The Brass Tap change hands

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 20, 2017

The two sports bar concepts were sold by one private-equity firm to another.

2 buffet chains change hands

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 08, 2017

Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes were acquired by a private-equity firm and an investor that operates its holdings, typically for a longer stretch than most PE companies hold their investments.

Financing

Round Table Pizza changes hands

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 15, 2017

The 50-year-old chain will now be a sister concept to Hot Dog on a Stick and Pretzelmaker.

Financing

Del Frisco's is looking for acquisitions

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 16, 2017

The steakhouse company says it wants to stay at the high end of the market.

Operations

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Forced retirements

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 20, 2017

Venerable business principles and concepts were shipped off to the old folks' home this week, worsening observers' neck arthritis.

Operations

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Holiday surprises

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 01, 2017

Restaurants gave and received their share of aha's. Here's a sampling.

For sale: Joe's Crab Shack, Brick House Tavern

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 04, 2017

Parent company Ignite Restaurant Group said it is looking for a buyer for the whole company or one of the chains.

Meet Panera's new owner

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 06, 2017

Suddenly, there's a new restaurant giant on the scene. Here's a peek inside little-known JAB Holding Co.

Tao Group added to MSG holdings

By Peter Romeo on May 01, 2017

The owner of several sports teams and concert halls bought a 62.5% stake for $181 million, with plans to co-develop entertainment venues with restaurants.

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