Dickey's Barbecue Pit

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Dickey's sales plunge, and franchisees pay the price

Operators of the fast-casual barbecue chain have been closing stores at a rapid rate after years of profitability challenges. The problems come during a brutal time for many restaurant chains. But some franchisees argue that the system isn’t working.

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Dickey's closed 85 locations last year

The fast-casual barbecue chain, once one of the country’s fastest-growing restaurant brands, closed 19% of its U.S. locations last year while another 24% were sold.

The barbecue chain will license its concept to the Toronto-based operator of to-go-only kitchens.

Beef supply challenges and high demand have pushed brisket prices up to levels not seen before, forcing some operators to re-strategize.

Subway and Dickey’s are among the companies the agency is urged to look at as it takes a more aggressive stand on franchising.

The chain is opening a brick-and-mortar location of Wing Boss, four months after it debuted as a delivery-only concept.

Carissa De Santis joined the barbecue chain last year and led a redesign of the brand’s e-commerce site during the pandemic

The fast-casual chain’s At Home offering includes monthly boxes in three different sizes, ranging from about $100 to $280.

Taste Tracker: Boston Market’s new flavor combos, Buffalo Wings & Rings goes Korean and veggie variations continue to trend at Ike’s and other chains.

After five months of to-go meals, operators are trying to tempt consumers with creative menu and packaging spins.

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