62% rated the chain “best in class” or “above average” for seasonal and limited-time items.

Potbelly Corp. reported a 28-percent decline in net income due to labor costs, although same-store sales and revenue both rose during the third quarter ended Sept. 27.

Ruby Tuesday Inc. said it would close 11 Lime Fresh restaurants after reporting a $4.2 million loss in the first quarter ended Sept. 1.

Bloomin’ Brands Inc., parent to the Outback Steakhouse chain, reported a 1.3-percent decrease in same-store sales during the third quarter ended Sept. 27, which it attributed in part to the weak casual-dining environment.

Rave Restaurant Group Inc., parent to the Pie Five Pizza Co. fast-casual chain, reported a net loss of $557,000 in the first quarter ended Sept. 27, which it attributed to Pie Five opening costs.

Famous Dave’s of America revealed a credit compliance issue as same-store sales fell 9.8 percent at company restaurants during the third quarter ended Sept. 27.

Ignite Restaurant Group Inc. closed seven Joe’s Crab Shack locations as it reported a same-store sales decline of 6.6 percent at the seafood chain during the third quarter ended Sept. 28.

Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. reported an 11.6-percent drop in net income during the third quarter ended Sept. 27, which the company attributed to higher costs and a franchisee acquisition.

El Pollo Loco Inc. reported a sharp decline in net income, of 81.9 percent, in the third quarter ended Sept. 30. Meanwhile, same-store sales rose 0.6 percent systemwide.

Kona Grill Inc. reported a net loss of $1.5 million for third quarter ended Sept. 30, with lower-than-expected sales in Denver, Baltimore and Texas.

Zoe's Kitchen Inc. swung to a net loss in the third quarter ended Oct. 5 on special items, but raised its guidance for same-store sales and unit growth for the rest of the year.