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The casual dining segment took a massive hit in 2020, according to the Technomic Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report.Restaurant Business Exclusive Content
Leadership
Mike Tattersfield's vision for Salad and Go's disruptive future
A week in as CEO of the quick-service drive-thru salad concept, Tattersfield sees unique potential for a brand that could make healthful eating accessible, and a bit more fun.
Financing
Crumbl has a math problem
The Bottom Line: The cookie chain’s franchise disclosure document shows some opportunities and challenges among its franchisee base. But it also shows why it’s important to pay attention to how a brand reports its numbers.
Operations
Wine concepts were the surprise toast of casual dining last year
Despite a nationwide slump in wine sales, wine-centric casual-dining chains like Sixty Vines and Postino are booming. Here’s their recipe for success.