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Subway’s big problem: Its customers dine alone

 By Jonathan Maze on May 31, 2018

Customers don’t get excited about the chain, according to recent data, and that’s an issue, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Technomic: Sales improved in April

 By Jonathan Maze on May 31, 2018

Big chains led the improvement as the industry had its strongest month of the year.

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McDonald’s aims to get its breakfast mojo back

By Jonathan Maze on May 30, 2018

The company is planning a renewed focus on the morning daypart after its traffic declined.

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Zoes Kitchen plots new turnaround plan after Q1 losses

By Patricia Cobe on May 29, 2018

The fast casual hopes to reverse its plunge with a set of strategic initiatives.

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Panera Bread owner to buy Pret A Manger

By Jonathan Maze on May 29, 2018

The sale adds to JAB Holding Co.’s growing collection of coffee chains.

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Why restaurant chains aren’t going public right now

By Jonathan Maze on May 29, 2018

Weak sales and poor stock performance are conspiring to create another dry spell for restaurant IPOs, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Famous Dave’s is having an identity crisis

By Jonathan Maze on May 24, 2018

The barbecue chain is looking to evolve, both as a casual dining chain and a takeout concept.

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Why would Chipotle move to California?

By Jonathan Maze on May 24, 2018

The move will be costly, and could be risky, but there are benefits for the company and its new CEO Brian Niccol, says RB's The Bottom Line.

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Cracker Barrel looks to increase off-premise sales

By Jonathan Maze on May 23, 2018

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

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Value push boosts Red Robin's traffic, not comps

By Peter Romeo on May 23, 2018

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

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