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Apr. 26, 2013

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T.G.I. Friday’s debuts small plates menu

Taste & Share menu features seven dishes designed for sharing...More
Apr. 25, 2013

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Cheesecake Factory profit, sales rise in 1Q

Company makes efforts to recapture traffic lost after the recession...More
Apr. 25, 2013

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Famous Dave's 1Q earnings tumble

Initiatives showing traction in corporate units seen as key to turnaround in 2013...More
Apr. 24, 2013

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Restaurants extend Cinco de Mayo promotions

Operators will start celebrations early for the Sunday holiday...More
Apr. 24, 2013

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Menu Tracker: New items from Chick-fil-A, Jack in the Box

Bojangles’, Blimpie, Rock Bottom, Habit Burger Grill, South Philly Steaks & Fries, Lazy Dog also introduce new menu items...More
Apr. 23, 2013

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Brinker: March sales drove 3Q profit

Sales turned around at Chili's, Maggiano's after a difficult start to the quarter...More
Apr. 19, 2013

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Analysts: Value offerings could revive top Darden brands

Industry watchers optimistic on sales, traffic improvements at LongHorn Steakhouse, Olive Garden, Red Lobster...More
Apr. 18, 2013

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Mimi’s Café names Scott Miller VP finance

Miller was most recently CFO at Mexican-food chain El Gallo Giro...More
Apr. 17, 2013

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Bennigan's CEO talks recovery, growth 1

Paul Mangiamele's new book addresses overcoming bankruptcy...More
Apr. 16, 2013

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Analysts upbeat on Buffalo Wild Wings

Investors cite easing commodity pressure and the company's investment in PizzaRev...More
Apr. 16, 2013

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Why upscale didn't work for Ruby Tuesday

Industry watchers say size, salad bar were obstacles to successful transformation...More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Chains profit from new catering demand 1

A number of fast-casual and casual-dining chains are getting a boost from increased catering sales...More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Jill McFarland of Applebee's on effective social media initiatives

The senior manager of digital and social media on successfully engaging with guests using social platforms....More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Operators talk craft beer strategy

Craft beer programs still have growth potential at restaurants...More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Full-service chains give lunch programs a makeover

Chains like Bertucci's and Red Lobster are revamping their lunch programs to drive traffic with new service styles and menu items...More
Apr. 15, 2013

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Chains get closer to consumers with integrated social, local mobile platforms

Restaurants are taking their marketing to the next level with SoLoMo platforms...More
Apr. 11, 2013

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Ruby Tuesday to focus on casual after 'disappointing' 3Q

Brand to back away from polished-casual branding, revisit heritage...More
Apr. 10, 2013

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Study: Applebee’s leads 1Q Facebook engagement

Restaurants are succeeding with brand-specific content, Expion finds...More
Apr. 10, 2013

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Menu Tracker: New items from KFC, Little Caesars

Boston Market, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Bahama Breeze, California Pizza Kitchen, Culver’s, Dairy Queen, Noodles & Company, Seasons 52 also introduce new items...More
Apr. 9, 2013

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David Catalano named president of Romano’s Macaroni Grill

The appointment came as Ignite Restaurant Group completed its purchase of the chain...More
Apr. 9, 2013

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Chili's begins marketing pizza nationwide

The casual-dining chain will also debut a new flatbread platform in May...More
Apr. 8, 2013

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Red Robin introduces new appetizers, desserts

The casual-dining chain aims to boost average check...More
Apr. 8, 2013

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Red Robin's spring menu promos

Red Robin offers new appetizers and desserts to boost check averages
Apr. 8, 2013

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Chuy's 1Q preview shows sales growth

Increase due to higher check averages at the casual-dining brand...More
Apr. 4, 2013

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Casual-dining chains top study of 1Q restaurant ads

LongHorn Steakhouse, Olive Garden break through with lighter fare and value...More

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May 23, 2013

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McDonald's defends practices at shareholder meeting

Activist stakeholders call for reports on compensation, nutrition and human rights...More

May 23, 2013

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Protesters rally at McDonald's, Wendy's shareholder meetings

Labor groups called on chains to improve wages, working conditions...More

Denny's Frosty Roast coffee drink

May 23, 2013

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Denny’s adds new coffee drinks to summer menu

Red, White and Blue Plate Specials menu also includes new food, beverage options...More

May 23, 2013

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Noodles & Company files for $75M IPO

Company is first in restaurant space to publicly file for initial public offering this year...More

May 23, 2013

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Coach Rick Pitino to give MUFSO 2013 keynote

Louisville Cardinals basketball coach to speak on leadership, success...More

May 22, 2013

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Fatburger to enter India

Menus in the new market for the brand will not include beef...More

May 22, 2013

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Jack in the Box names SVP of operations

Elana Hobson will focus on driving performance in the newly created position...More

May 22, 2013

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Chain restaurants face increased scrutiny

Communities big and small are increasingly trying to ban “formula” businesses...More

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