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Fatburger eying Cuban franchises

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 02, 2015

The multi-regional burger chain says it can move ahead on exploratory discussions that started four years ago.

Need a business broker?

 By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 30, 2006

There's no official certification for selling restaurants, but there are brokers who focus on foodservice. Check for-sale ads to find one. Specialized brokers can attract buyers already shopping for a restaurant and they can properly value your restaurant. Here are five questions to ask a potential broker.

Financing

Where's the growth capital now?

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 11, 2008

Even when there are tough financial time, money to grow can be found. Here’s how to raise capital in today’s money market.

Consumer Trends

Reality bites

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 01, 2010

If you’re waiting for consumers to return to their free-spending ways, make sure you’ve found a comfortable seat—it’s going to be a while.

Why Checkers and Rally’s are building restaurants out of shipping containers

By Jackson Lewis on Dec. 05, 2016

The QSR drive-thrus introduce new build options for franchisees.

Win the real estate game

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 12, 2006

Want to beat the big guys in this game? You’d better find the right corner—or in-line or end-cap. “Of all the decisions a new restaurant owner will...

Real Estate: Opportunity Knocks

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 01, 2008

The lousy economy could mean good news for chains with cash to expand.We’re like a buzzard,” says Mike Lassiter. He’s talking about the real estate...

Financing

Tight lending leads to franchise powwow

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 21, 2011

The lending needed to open or buy franchised businesses this year will fall about $2 billion short of demand, thwarting the creation of up to 80,000 jobs at restaurants and other enterprises, according to new research from the International Franchise Association.

Financing

6 ways to avoid getting screwed on leases

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 02, 2017

With competition pushing up rents, a group of Washington, D.C., restaurateurs gathered to compare best practices. Here's a download.

DIY consumer research

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 10, 2006

Getting a bead on your customer base is no small task. Neighborhoods gentrify. Dining tastes evolve. Lifestyles can move the pendulum-like whims of diners from a hamburger and fries to a pineapple chicken pizza in a blurry moment. How's a restaurateur to cope?

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