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Financing

J. Alexander's-Ninety Nine merger dealt a big blow

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2018

A pair of advisory firms are recommending that shareholders vote against the deal.

Financing

Rhone Capital completes its purchase of Fogo de Chao

 By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 05, 2018

The Brazilian steakhouse chain was sold to the private-equity group over a proposed merger from another public company.

Ignite files for bankruptcy

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 06, 2017

After speculation that it would do so, the parent company of Joe’s Crab Shack and Brick House Tavern + Tap is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Leadership

Applebee's names Joel Yashinsky CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 30, 2018

The former McDonald's executive will take the marketing helm at the casual-dining chain.

Workforce

Houlihan's franchisee pays $5M to resolve tip-pooling, overtime charges

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 13, 2018

The consent agreement settles a three-year action brought by the Department of Labor.

Consumer Trends

8 ways to give customers more bang for their buck

By Patricia Cobe and Brett Dworski on Jul. 31, 2017

Here’s how restaurants can promote value without focusing on price alone.

Financing

Delay on J. Alexander's merger vote irks an activist

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 31, 2018

Marathon Partners accuses J. Alexander's of "manipulation" in its effort to merge with Ninety Nine Restaurants, says RB's The Bottom Line.

Leadership

Del Frisco’s reshuffles management

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 05, 2017

The operator's leadership changes comprise its latest move to reinvigorate sales.

Financing

New Buffalo Wild Wings owner leans on its CEO's hotel experience

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 06, 2018

Inspire Brands, which owns Arby's and Buffalo Wild Wings, is a new kind of brand operator.

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