Asian chains, like many other casual dining concepts, had a tough 2020. Here are the biggest concepts in the sector according to Technomic.
| 2021 Rank | Chain Name | 2020 US Sales ($000,000) | 2020 US Units |
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The Bottom Line: The fast-food chain generated a strong first quarter, despite a tough environment, largely by focusing on its operations and its food.
Rising costs are pushing prices up at the bar, and consumers are pre-gaming to cut costs. Can restaurants and bars win them back with a more engaging experience?
Marketing Bites: The holiday is traditionally the busiest day of the year for restaurants, and the industry could use the bump.