For Smokey Bones, Steady is Winning the COVID Race
Smokey Bones CEO James O’Reilly is bullish about the future of the brand, and there’s reason for that.
Ben Coley
Miami Closes Dining Rooms Due to Rising Caseloads
Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez announced Monday that dining rooms will close for a second time effective Wednesday.
New Logan’s Roadhouse Owner Breathes Life Back into Company
Restructuring a brand out of bankruptcy presents its own set of obstacles. Mix in a global pandemic that’s pounded the industry, and the road to recovery becomes even trickier.
Uber, Postmates Agree to $2.65 Billion Merger
Uber has finalized a deal to purchase Postmates in a $2.65 billion all-stock deal.
Metro Diner Morphs into the Restaurant Brand of the Future
Metro Diner knew off-premises was paramount before March—the COVID pandemic only confirmed its beliefs.
Restaurants, Don’t Let Things Go Back to How They Were
Restaurants across the country are facing a setback as a growing number of states roll back reopening strategies in light of a spike in COVID cases.
Outback Parent Reinstates CEO’s Salary as Sales Rebound
On Wednesday, Bloomin’ Brands voted to reinstate the salary of CEO David Deno with the brand reopening more than three-fourths of its U.S. footprint.
Paycheck Protection Program to Get Extension
Congress voted to extend the deadline of the Paycheck Protection Program, with more than $130 billion still remaining.
Grumpy’s Maintains ‘Traditional Americana’ Identity Amid Crisis
The game changed for Grumpy’s Restaurant in March when Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis closed dining rooms.
Darden Invested $75 Million in its Employees During COVID Crisis
Darden CEO Gene Lee said employees are the company’s greatest competitive advantage.
