Casual Dining

The franchisor also sued Apple Central in 2018, also for closing stores without permission

The trending Chinese condiment is surging in popularity

As both brands experienced negative same-store sales, parent company Dine Brands is refining their strategies and focusing more on consistency

Parent company Dine Brands said the restaurant will be operated by longtime IHOP franchisee R. Hakim Group

The chain’s issues were compounded by COVID, but dizzying leadership changes and a focus on becoming an entertainment (and sushi) destination haven’t helped

The former Maggiano’s executive is charged with improving food, service, operations, and corporate culture

Christie Cook started working as a server at Applebee’s 25 years ago before working her way up to general manager and eventually joining the support center

The Dallas-based casual-dining chain filed for bankruptcy protection just days after closing almost 50 restaurants

Executives of the casual-dining restaurant say the promotion is adding downstream P&L pressure

Apple Central KC has had a spate of issues in the past, including a lawsuit from its parent company for closing restaurants without approval