Steve Coomes

Articles by Steve Coomes
Operators keeping quiet on polarizing political issues
High-stakes election leaves many publicly silent.
Applebee's club culture 
Chain steps up foray into late night.
Cashier
Top of mind: Guests on edge
The Consumer Confidence Index was lowest since Nov. 2011
Top of mind: Crops in crisis 
Protein costs could go sky high
Hot Concepts 2012: Pie Five Pizza Co.
Quick customization is the core of this fast-casual concept
Del Frisco's Grille
Hot Concepts 2012: Del Frisco's Grille
Company parlays fine-dining steakhouse into affordable concept
Growth Chains: Saul Good Restaurant & Pub 
Sports-bar concept appeals to female consumers with decor, service.
Smooth operators
Chains share their tips for improving speed, site selection and sales.
Retail vet gets second wind in restaurants 
86-year-old businessman hits his stride with 20-year career at Subway
A new voice for the pizza segment 
Restaurants form coalition to address menu-labeling challenges
MenuMasters 2012: José Garces
Chef-restaurateur is this year's Hall of Fame inductee
Under the Toque: Cary Neff 
Health-food pioneer brings flavorful cuisine to contract foodservice.
Under the Toque: Tony Gemignani 
Pizza-tossing champ cashes in with restaurants, cooking school.
Special Report: Consumer confidence 
Diners remain cautious even as economic indicators trend up
The game changers: ShopHouse 
Business pedigree, development capital make Chipotle spinoff one to watch.
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