Danny Klein

Chicken biscuit on a plate from Maple Street restaurant.

Cracker Barrel CEO: Maple Street Has High-Growth Potential

Cracker Barrel didn’t go after Maple Street Biscuit Company. It was the other way around.

Chevys Owner Scoops Up Two Mexican Chains

Z Capital-backed Xperience Restaurant Group announced November 26 it has acquired SOL Mexican Cocina and solita Tacos & Margaritas.

Another Broken Egg Lands Paul Macaluso as CEO

Former Krystal chief executive officer Paul Macaluso is taking the reins at Another Broken Egg Café, a 68-unit breakfast brand well entrenched in one of the fastest-growing sectors of full service.

A plate of Mexican food at Chuy's restaurant.

Putting Hospitality First, Chuy’s Stays the Course

Chuy’s just reeled off its sixth consecutive quarter of positive same-store sales, and spotlighted some promising trends in its business.

How IHOP Built America’s Biggest Casual-Dining Chain

The family-dining leader didn't stop at a name change.

Houlihan’s Files for Bankruptcy, with Landry's Deal in Place

HRI Holding Corp, which oversees Houlihan’s Restaurants Inc., filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Thursday, although there’s already a familiar bidder in the wings.

Crispy Korean Chicken Sandwich–Garlic chicken tempura coated in a tangy and spicy Korean glaze, topped with pickles on a ciabatta bun.

Kona Grill's Comeback Starts at the Bar

As Kona Grill spiraled into bankruptcy, there was a seldom-mentioned reality taking place behind t

Why is Outback Mulling Over a Sale?

Bloomin’ Brand’s decision to explore strategic alternatives, including a possible sale of the comp

Hands reach over the table at a restaurant.

In a Possible Restaurant Recession, Employee Value Proposition Will Rule

Don’t call it a recession just yet. October’s 0.1 percent same-sales performance provided restaurants some relief after negative year-over-year trends throughout the summer.