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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

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Operations

BJ’s sees an edge in ops revamps

The 204-unit casual chain intends to complete an overhaul of all its kitchens by the end of the quarter, while tweaking its delivery and takeout procedures and pushing into catering.

Financing

Should Darden buy BJ’s?

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 11, 2019

The casual-dining operator plans to make more acquisitions, says RB’s The Bottom Line. One analyst says BJ’s Restaurants would make a good target.

Financing

BJ’s Restaurants aims to cut turnover with kitchen revamp

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 22, 2019

The casual chain is betting that a more comfortable work environment will boost retention, resulting in speedier service, better food quality and ultimately higher sales.

Operations

Luis Ruvalcaba joins On the Border as COO

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 14, 2019

The former Paxti's Pizza CEO brings 25 years of experience in chain operations, including at BJ’s and Chili’s.

Operations

BJ’s tries prepayment for dine-in orders

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 10, 2019

The option is intended to boost traffic.

Financing

Bar and grill chains are still struggling

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 03, 2018

Despite improvement at Applebee’s and BJ’s, demand at varied menu chains remains weak, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

BJ’s hits 7-year high in comp sales growth

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 31, 2018

The 6.9% jump for Q3 was driven by higher checks and a 2.6% rise in traffic.

Financing

For casual dining, delivery isn’t necessary for success

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 31, 2018

Differing approaches by BJ’s and Texas Roadhouse show there’s no single approach, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Operations

BJ’s sees significant jump in same-store sales

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 27, 2018

The casual-dining chain reported a 5.6% increase in comps for its second quarter.