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This has been a bad year for legacy casual-dining chains

The Bottom Line: First Red Lobster, then TGI Fridays. Now Hooters. Some legacy full-service brands are having a tough time in the post-pandemic world.

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5 lessons from Starbucks' comeback plan

The Bottom Line: The company’s latest revitalization plan offers several ideas that struggling restaurant chains can use to get back into customers’ good graces. Here are five such lessons.

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Mezeh hopes to ride Mediterranean wave

This fast-casual concept is working to raise brand awareness as consumers increasingly embrace the healthful flavors of shawarma, hummus and harissa.

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Price may not be the only thing hurting restaurant traffic

The Bottom Line: An aging population could be putting some pressure on industry sales, as older people tend to eat out less often.