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Shari's restaurant.

Chain Restaurants

Shari’s and Coco’s Bakery Parent Files Bankruptcy

Outback Steakhouse restaurant.

Outback Steakhouse Sees First Traffic Growth in Years as Turnaround Gains Traction

A dual-branded Applebee's and IHOP restaurant.

Dual-Branded Stores Put Dine Brands on Path to Positive Growth

First Watch bowl.

First Watch Continues to Win Guests with Consistency and Care

Tariffs graphic.

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Global Tariffs in 6–3 Decision

Cheesecake Factory restaurant.

Cheesecake Factory Shrugs Off Q4 Sales Dip, with Eyes on Stronger Trends in 2026

Red Lobster shrimp.

Red Lobster to Close More Locations

P.F. Chang's has over 200 U.S. locations.

P.F. Chang’s Targets Global Expansion and Stronger Guest Experience Under New Leadership

Customers dining at Fogo de Chão.

After Nearly 30 Years in the U.S., Fogo de Chão Believes it’s Just Getting Started

Bob Evans food.

Bob Evans Acquired by 4×4 Capital

Bahama Breeze food.

Bahama Breeze to Close Permanently

Food from TGI Fridays.

Post-Bankruptcy, TGI Fridays Hands Keys to Franchisees and Maps Global Comeback

Menu items from Postino WineCafe.

Postino WineCafe Builds Community-First Brand and Doubles Down on Growth

Power Plates from Sonny's BBQ.

Sonny’s BBQ Plots Next Chapter with Stronger Franchise Support and Marketing Engine

Tavern in the Square dining room.

Authentic Restaurant Brands Eyes More Acquisitions without Abandoning Regional Roots

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

How Firebirds is Winning as a Preferred Polished-Casual Concept

First Watch food.

First Watch Rebounds in 2025 as Smarter Marketing Drives Traffic and Sales