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Reality Check

Peter Romeo

The musings of Editor-at-Large Peter Romeo.

Operations

4 questions answered for restaurants this week

With all the hoopla over the national elections and their aftermath, operators may have missed the insights that came to light on these pressing matters.

Financing

Bankrupt Ruby Tuesday tells court (and retirees): 'Pension funds are ours'

A struggle over who owns those assets has complicated Chapter 11 proceedings--and raised the possibility of a Chapter 7 liquidation.

Operations

5 questions that were answered for restaurateurs this week

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 02, 2020

Confusion still abounds industry, but at least operators had these mysteries resolved.

Operations

Famous Dave's intends to ride ghost kitchens' evolution

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 15, 2020

The barbecue brand is aiming for 50 locations, with 25 coming from its recent deal with Johnny Carino's.

Workforce

WARN Act filings breed confusion for restaurant chains

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 05, 2020

Just ask P.F. Chang's, says RB's Reality Check.

Leadership

CDC's recent moves have the industry scratching its head

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 25, 2020

The National Restaurant Association is among the parties awaiting clarification, especially on air circulation and filtration

Leadership

My adventures with Herman Cain

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 03, 2020

His efforts to help the industry could be unorthodox, as I can personally attest.

Operations

BJ’s hedge against dining-room closings

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 28, 2020

The casual restaurant chain is also bolstering its defenses against Mother Nature.

Operations

Survey shows most chain restaurants are requiring staffs to wear masks

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 17, 2020

The finding suggests the industry’s reputation for lax enforcement may be the fault of non-complying independents.

Operations

Reopenings pose special challenges for eatertainment brands

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 14, 2020

Just ask Pinstripes, where staff members will shortly be wiping down bowling balls and handing out gloves.

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