Content about Columbus

December 19, 2011
A look inside Wendy’s newest prototype
NRN visited the Wendy’s “Ultra Modern” prototype in Columbus, Ohio
November 22, 2011
Max & Erma's refreshes its restaurants
Casual-dining chain debuts new prototype with old and new features
August 26, 2011
Why chains pick Columbus, Ohio, as test-market target
Wendy's, Max & Erma's and Panera Bread test new designs in Ohio
August 17, 2011
Bob Evans, Mimi's Café focus on value, new menus
Move comes after parent company's 1Q net income rose, revenue dipped
August 10, 2011
BK's menu overhaul goes far beyond burgers
The chain is testing smoothies, oatmeal and other non-burger items
July 19, 2011
Chains roll out barbecue sandwiches for summer
Barbecue evokes feelings of summer for many Americans.
July 8, 2011
Q&A: Max & Erma’s CEO talks company turnaround
Hazem Ouf discusses the brand’s improving sales trends
June 27, 2011
Comparative advantage?
Brands tout victories in taste-test ads, even as experts warn of the risks
June 15, 2011
The Speaker and the Slider
John Boehner, White Castle Craver
May 5, 2011
Social media success takes focus, commitment
Restaurant managers must commit to social media to realize pay-off
April 18, 2011
Supplier news
Anything4Restaurants.com, a division of SpecPage LLC, said it has teamed up with the 1SYNC data pool to receive electronic product data from members of 1SYNC’s product management system.
April 18, 2011
Young and 
restless
Social, tech-savvy Millennials offer big sales opportunities
April 15, 2011
Industry experts pick winners for ‘America’s Next Great Restaurant’
Industry watchers on which contestants are most likely to succeed
March 4, 2011
SLIDE SHOW: The next Chipotle?
A look at three chains aiming to repeat the burrito brand's success
March 4, 2011
The next Chipotle?
Emerging fast-casual players aim for success by emulating the burrito brand
February 17, 2011
Bravo Brio reports 4Q loss
Higher one-time general and administrative expenses widened a net loss
February 15, 2011
Same-store sales negative at family chains
Denny’s Corp. and Bob Evans Farms Inc. reported latest-quarter results
February 7, 2011
Menu watch: Less is more with calories
Several chains are seeking to help the resolve of the dieting public in the New Year. 

January 10, 2011
A taste of what’s to come in finance

This story is part of NRN's "2011 Forecast & Trends" special report.

After years of chilly sales and icy credit conditions, analysts and industry watchers are expecting a thawing of sorts in 2011, with private-equity players continuing to inject much-needed heat into the restaurant sector.


Several firms went shopping in 2010, including 3G Capital with its $4 billion purchase of Burger King and, more recently, the Catterton Partners-led acquisition of Noodles & Company. Industry observers expect the spree to gather momentum in 2011.


December 20, 2010
The biggest trends in 2010
Several events and restaurant trends from 2010 stand out
December 14, 2010
Operators keep online ordering options open
Restaurants tackle online ordering in a two-pronged approach
November 19, 2010
Restaurants using Facebook to drive online orders
More operators also adding "Like" icons to individual menu items
November 17, 2010
Bob Evans to focus on carryout sales
Company reports drop in 2Q profit on slow sales, impairment charges
November 12, 2010
Bravo Brio on its move to offer free Wi-Fi
New service aimed at building up other dayparts and banquet business
October 21, 2010
Bravo Brio raises $140M in IPO
First U.S. restaurant IPO in four years
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