DALLAS Brinker International Inc., parent of Chili’s Grill & Bar and other casual-dining chains, swung to a loss of $38.8 million in its March-ended quarter, versus a year-ago profit of $54.6 million, because of charges and losses from its Romano...
BALTIMORE The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed a class-action lawsuit against McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants Inc., alleging that the chain's two restaurants here discriminated against black employees and job...
CALABASAS HILLS Calif. The Cheesecake Factory Inc. has proposed that terms on its board of directors be reduced from three years to one as part of a series of governance changes announced Monday. The change in directors’ terms of service...
DALLAS Dave & Buster’s Inc., a 49-unit casual-dining and entertainment chain, reportedly has at least six bidders interested in acquiring the chain. Currently under auction, Dave & Buster’s was put up for sale in February after its owner...
DALLAS —Regional players in the barbecue segment are working to maintain their grip on escalating operating costs, with several chains launching fast-casual variants that help control commodity and payroll expenses. ...
CHICAGO April Buckhead Life Restaurant Group is recognized as having some of the country’s most innovative independent restaurants, including his company’s flagship Pano & Paul’s, has been selected as the 2008 Nation’s Restaurant News Fine Dining...
MARYVILLE Tenn. Ruby Tuesday Inc. said Thursday it has agreed with its bankers and note holders on new terms surrounding its credit facility, but did not outline the changes. The casual-dining company said it would need “several weeks” to...
GLENDALE Calif. Michael Mendelsohn was appointed vice president of finance at IHOP Restaurants, officials announced Wednesday. Mendelsohn will lead the finance functions for the IHOP brand. He served previously as chief financial officer...
ORLANDO Fla. Smokey Bones Barbeque and Grill has named Push agency of record as the casual-dining chain prepares to launch a repositioning campaign. The Orlando-based agency will be responsible for brand planning, creative content for...
