Cheesecake Factory

Financing

Cheesecake Factory leverages Fox deal for better delivery terms

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 30, 2019

The company also said a TV test proved better than expected.

Emerging Brands

Texas Roadhouse set to expand little-known fast-casual brand

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 29, 2019

The high-flying company plans to add two Jaggers units to the two that already open.

Emerging Brands

With Fox deal done, Cheesecake Factory embarks on a new growth plan

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 03, 2019

The acquisition provides a standout operator with a standing concept-development lab.

Emerging Brands

Full-service chains test-drive a fleet of new growth vehicles

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 18, 2019

Diversification into new concepts is sweeping through casual dining in particular. Here’s a rundown of who’s trying what.

Operations

Making sense of the Cheesecake-Fox Restaurant deal

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 01, 2019

The partners say they’re creating a new model for developing and growing restaurant concepts. Here’s why they’re giving that new approach a try.

Marketing

Meanwhile, back at The Cheesecake Factory …

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 01, 2019

The pending purchase of Fox Restaurant Concepts wasn’t the only news announced yesterday by the polished-casual operator.

Financing