Denny's

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Denny's

Denny's

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Coronavirus fears force restaurants to pivot

From boosting cleaning efforts to seeking out ways to bolster delivery sales, restaurants are adapting to a fast-moving global crisis.

The three dozen chains participating in the ICR Conference provided plenty of aha moments. Here’s a sampling of the surprising tidbits that were aired.

Management raised the possibility of an acquisition during a review of Q3 results, citing an abundance of cash.

WKS now operates 287 restaurants in total and ranks as Denny’s largest licensee.

Technomic’s look into global menu innovation reveals some surprises.

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The family-dining chain reports same-store sales growth of 1.3% for Q1.

The family-dining brand, which is in the midst of refranchising, saw a 1.4% comps increase, per a preliminary earnings report.

The family-dining stalwart will be almost entirely franchisee-owned.

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