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How your restaurant sales and profits compare to competitors' and what you can do to improve financial performance

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Freshii stock soars on strong sales

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 24, 2018

The healthy fast-casual chain's same-store sales increased 6.4% in the last three months of 2017.

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Jamba Juice stock surges amid strong sales

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 12, 2018

The company said its same-store sales were the best in more than two years.

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Fiesta Restaurant Group aims to turn sales around

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 28, 2018

After a lackluster Q4, the company looks to alcohol, patio parties, reduced hours and more at its Taco Cabana and Pollo Tropical brands.

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NYC mayor wants to curb runaway rents for some restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 03, 2018

Mayor de Blasio wants to give landlords a choice: rent at a lower level, or pay a special tax.

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Cooking trans-fat free

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 12, 2006

When the Food and Drug Administration announced that the level of trans fats must be revealed on labels starting January 1, 2006, packaged-food makers quickly found ways to reduce them.

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How did buying fish get so complicated?

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 09, 2006

Although the seafood supply has held steady, the industry is struggling to keep up with demand—especially if that supply is mismanaged.

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Creating a dessert drinks menu

By Restaurant Business Staff on Aug. 21, 2009

When it comes to increasing check averages, after-dinner beverage offerings are sweet. Liquid desserts generally have higher profit margins than plated desserts.

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