Outback Steakhouse

2017 Top 500: Steak

Jun. 08, 2017

The steak category grew sales by 2.9%, to $11.2 billion, and units by 0.7%, to 2,767.

Bloomin’ posts a loss on streamlining charges

Nov. 04, 2014

Domestic operations were strong for the Outback Steakhouse parent, but low volumes prompted the company to close 36 international stores.

Marketing

Chains make the most of a viral moment on social media

By Lisa White on Aug. 07, 2017

Rather than fight the momentum of a wacky or outlandish social post, some operators are jumping in on the joke.

Bonefish Grill’s comps slip 4.6%; Outback’s jump 4%

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 04, 2015

Second-quarter financial results for parent Bloomin’ Brands were impacted by continuing struggles in South Korea.

Consumer Trends

Customers’ most-craved beef

By Lizzy Freier on Nov. 20, 2017

See which 10 chains are winning with beef that consumers say they can’t get anywhere else.

Outback’s promotions fail to generate expected sales

By Kelsey Squire on Nov. 04, 2015

Parent company Bloomin’ Brands also cited softness in the casual-dining segment.

Operations

New delivery model gains speed

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 11, 2017

More chains are giving a self-delivery/third-party hybrid a try.

Outback co-founder cooks up a new venture

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 18, 2015

The new fast-casual concept from the early builder of PDQ will feature bowls.

Financing

Investor wants Outback Steakhouse owner to spin off other brands

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 21, 2018

Barington Capital is pushing Bloomin' Brands to spin off Carrabba's, Fleming's and Bonefish Grill.

Applebee's promises a turn toward fresher, 'real' food

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 22, 2016

The menu will be simplified, but more culinary art could go into it, the chain said.

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