P.F. Chang’s to Unveil First To-Go Location in Chicago
P.F. Chang’s is joining the counter-service ranks, as more and more sit-down chains find themselves doing in recent months.
Danny Klein
Restaurant Sales Plummet Down the Stretch in 2019
The headline is a troubling one: December’s same-store sales growth of negative 2.1 percent was the worst result for the restaurant industry in more than two years. Was it surprising, though?
Red Robin's Operations Chief Leaves Company
Red Robin announced in a January 7 securities filing that executive vice president and chief operat
In a Crowded Better-Burger World, Bareburger Finds its Place
The ability of mainstream brands like Burger King and White Castle to serve plant-based meat to the masses has sent a seismic ripple through the better-burger category.
Applebee's Introduces a Fast Casual in Alabama
Count Applebee’s as the next sit-down giant to try its hand at fast casual.
2019’s Breakout Brand: Walk-On’s Sheds its Underdog Status
Much has changed since ESPN crowned Walk-On’s the “Best Sports Bar in North America” nearly eight years ago. Heck, it doesn’t even identify as a sports bar anymore. At least not in name.
Olive Garden Stays Cool in the Value Wars
Olive Garden remains even-keeled, despite the reactionary, moment-by-moment culture that often defines the restaurant world. Being a cog—albeit the biggest—in Darden’s eight-concept machine helps.
Famous Dave's Lays the Groundwork for a Barbecue Empire
Famous Dave’s quietly reorganized in early September. Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. became a wholly owned subsidiary of BBQ Holdings, Inc., a new public company.
Granite City Files for Bankruptcy to Facilitate Sale
After “an intensive review of strategic alternatives,” Granite City Food & Brewery Ltd., the parent company of its eponymous concept and sister brand, Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Gril
