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Nimble and experimental, 3 regional chains step it upNimble and experimental, 3 regional chains step it up

From unit management to beer-club loyalty, these chains distinguish themselves

Ron Ruggless, Senior Editor

April 4, 2019

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Using different methods to distinguish themselves from the competition, from a breakfast-lunch counter format to full-on casual dining, these three regional chains are sparking interest:

• Jacksonville, Fla.-based Maple Street Biscuit Co. offering a restaurant-unit management model that plants a firm foundation in the community;

• Kansas City, Mo.-based 54th Street Restaurant & Brewhouse, proving that a name tweak and a slight turn of the brand ship can blow a sizable gust into its sales; and

• Huntington Beach, Calif.-based Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, honing its loyalty efforts with a new Beer Club in its California and Nevada stores.

Read on to learn more about each chain.

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About the Author

Ron Ruggless

Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News / Restaurant Hospitality

Ron Ruggless serves as a senior editor for Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News (NRN.com) and Restaurant Hospitality (Restaurant-Hospitality.com) online and print platforms. He joined NRN in 1992 after working 10 years in various roles at the Dallas Times Herald newspaper, including restaurant critic, assistant business editor, food editor and lifestyle editor. He also edited several printings of the Zagat Dining Guide for Dallas-Fort Worth, and his articles and photographs have appeared in Food & Wine, Food Network and Self magazines. 

Ron Ruggless’ areas of expertise include foodservice mergers, acquisitions, operations, supply chain, research and development and marketing. 

Ron Ruggless is a frequent moderator and panelist at industry events ranging from the Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators (MUFSO) conference to RestaurantSpaces, the Council of Hospitality and Restaurant Trainers, the National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group, local restaurant associations and the Horeca Professional Expo in Madrid, Spain.

Ron Ruggless’ experience:

Regional and Senior Editor, Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality (1992 to present)

Features Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1989-1991)

Restaurant Critic and Food Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1987-1988)

Editing Roles – Dallas Times Herald (1982-1987)

Editing Roles – Charlotte (N.C.) Observer (1980-1982)

Editing Roles – Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald (1978-1980)

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