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The restaurant IPO market shows signs of thawing

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

Joe & the Juice and Focus Brands are reportedly considering IPOs, which would be the first in three years, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Papa John’s shares surge on more buyout reports

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

Several private equity firms, including Roark Capital, are reportedly vying for the pizza chain.

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Is Sweetgreen worth $1B?

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 29, 2018

A reported valuation of the salad chain seems like a lot, but it’s not unprecedented, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Outback Steakhouse sets a strong pace for Bloomin’ Brands with 4.6% comps rise

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 29, 2018

Management says it’s never been more bullish about the concept’s future—even as investors wonder, what about the rest of the company?

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El Torito, Chevys owner changes its name to Xperience XRG

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 29, 2018

Z Capital completes the purchase of what was called Real Mex Restaurants out of bankruptcy court.

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The market for sandwich delivery is super competitive now

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 26, 2018

RB’s The Bottom Line explores whether delivery at Firehouse Subs, Jersey Mike’s and now Subway will hurt Jimmy John’s.

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Dunkin’ Donuts’ repositioning yields 1.3% rise in comps

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 26, 2018

But the gain came from higher checks, not a rise in traffic.

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Chipotle says its new campaign lifted sales

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2018

The company said its “For Real” ads lifted sales in September and October.

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Burger King’s owner finds the U.S. a tough market

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 24, 2018

Domestic same-store sales for the burger chain, Popeyes and Tim Hortons all fell in the third quarter.

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How Snooze, an A.M. Eatery perfected day drinking

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 24, 2018

In this week’s episode of "A Deeper Dive," Snooze CEO David Birzon discusses how a full bar spiced up the breakfast daypart.

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