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In the Benihana deal, a sign of the restaurant M&A times

The Bottom Line: The venerable Japanese steakhouse chain fetched a modest multiple in its sale to The One Group. But that’s where values have fallen these days.

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Cracker Barrel's CEO sees a long road ahead, but with returns already emerging

The 55-year-old brand expects to spend its next fiscal year testing what the concept should become to benefit guests, employees and shareholders alike, CEO Julie Masino said.

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Gas prices are falling. So what does that mean for restaurants?

The Bottom Line: The price of gas has been falling much of the year and is below $3 per gallon in some states. Will that give operators a sales boost?

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In Starbucks, an example of technology gone too far

The Bottom Line: As chains add more and more technology to get customers through the door, they may want to look at the issues at the coffee shop giant.