Twin Peaks

Financing

Is Andy Wiederhorn overpaying for Twin Peaks?

The multiple Fat Brands is paying for the casual dining chain has raised some eyebrows. But it is indicative of a deal that is different from the company’s other acquisitions, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Marketing

Restaurants set to score points with football-themed menus

After a pandemic pause last year, operators are stepping up food and drink promotions to lure fans as the NFL and college football season kicks off.

Big-name players are realigning top management to provide more flexibility and give additional attention to new revenue streams.

The action accuses the breastaurantchain of functioning like a "sex ring."

Get Top 500 data: sales, units and YOY change, average unit volume, and company/franchise units, as well as Technomic’s analysis, growth forecast and more.

With Super Bowl Sunday fast approaching, where will consumers flock for wings?

The company says its same-store sales rose 9.4% in the second quarter, thanks in part to its focus on sports.

But there are some standard-setters in that regard, the research found.

Sports bar chains from the 2016 Top 500 ranking make up a small category. But with 8.1% sales growth and a 4.3% increase in outlets, it's a category worth watching.

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