Cracker Barrel

Earnings roundup: Red Robin, Cracker Barrel, J. Alexander’s, Chuy’s, Marriott

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 06, 2020

Here’s a snapshot of how those operations fared during Q3, along with a look at how they intend to improve their performance.

Food

Beef, breakfast and dessert rule the top 10 LTOs

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 13, 2020

Consumers are most likely to purchase familiar favorites in 2020.

Financing

In proxy fight, Cracker Barrel’s investment in Punch Bowl Social gets scrutiny

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 12, 2020

Activist Sardar Biglari, trying to get a board seat, has criticized the decision. But Cracker Barrel says its investment, and its decision to walk away, were both warranted.

Financing

Cracker Barrel defends its strategy, and pokes Sardar Biglari

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 01, 2020

The company, in a proxy battle with its longtime activist, explains its decision to back away from Punch Bowl Social.

Technology

Curbside service shifts into the fast lane

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 22, 2020

Delivery was supposed to be the big gainer of the pandemic. But operators have discovered that an old service coupled with new technology is what they’re seeing as a greater sales opportunity.

Financing