sales and profits

Financing

Noodles & Co. sales surge, thanks to Zoodles

The company’s zucchini noodles helped same-store sales and traffic in the second quarter.

Leadership

Darden changes leadership of Cheddar’s, Seasons 52

Dave George is overseeing Cheddar's, and John Martin will be responsible for Seasons 52.

Consistent management helps the buffet chain flourish even as its competitors struggle.

The chain has too many stores and has raised prices too aggressively, and bad PR hasn’t helped, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

The opportunities provided by the legalization of cannabis for recreational use are about to be within reach of food and beverage places.

The chain is planning to test delivery to go along with catering and big event orders.

A slight gain in transactions failed to generate a same-store sales boost for the grill and bar concept.

Speakers at the National Restaurant Association's annual convention underscored how severe the labor situation has become—and how vital it is to foster retention by showing appreciation of the current staff.

The push to lower prices, and rely heavily on franchisees, could hurt more operators, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Cost cuts and better revenue have offset the chain's decline in same-store sales.

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