Applebee's

Full-service chains test-drive a fleet of new growth vehicles

Diversification into new concepts is sweeping through casual dining in particular. Here’s a rundown of who’s trying what.

Financing

Applebee’s hits a dip in its comeback

Same-store sales for Q2 slipped 0.5% because of a decline in dinner sales and a missed marketing opportunity, executives said.

Financing

Why a big Applebee’s franchisee may ditch delivery

By Jonathan Maze on May 28, 2019

Greg Flynn says he’s received almost no pushback in a three-market no-delivery test, says RB’s The Bottom Line, arguing that the service should be margin-neutral.

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May 03, 2019

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Technology

Major tech infusion planned for Applebee’s, IHOP

By Peter Romeo on May 02, 2019

Parent Dine Brands plans to invest in capabilities ranging from better in-store Wi-Fi to geolocation systems that signal the arrival of a takeout customer.

Leadership

Applebee’s franchisees make exec changes

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 05, 2019

The system’s two largest operators both announced switches in their management ranks.

Operations

Outback tries a fast-casual spinoff

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 27, 2019

Aussie Grill by Outback will feature sandwiches.

Financing

What’s next for Applebee’s and IHOP?

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 22, 2019

After a turnaround year, both of the Dine Brands holdings are looking at ways of increasing off-premise sales, particularly catering, and expanding into new types of markets.

Operations