
A 61-unit Outback Steakhouse franchisee files for bankruptcy
A 61-unit Outback Steakhouse franchisee has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with Outback parent Bloomin' Brands set to acquire the locations.
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A 61-unit Outback Steakhouse franchisee has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with Outback parent Bloomin' Brands set to acquire the locations.

Since the early days of Outback Steakhouse’s ongoing turnaround campaign, the chain’s signature menu item has been front and center.

The steakhouse chain also hired a chief steak officer to serve as its authority on selection, marbling and prep.

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Outback Steakhouse co-founder Tim Gannon says turnaround is on track with 1.4% same-store sales rise.

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Bloomin’ Brands shares rose significantly following earnings that beat analyst expectations, driven by positive momentum at Bonefish Grill and resilience at Outback Steakhouse.

Technomic data shows sales growth in the chicken category slowed to 5.3% in 2025 as the market faces increasing saturation and cooling performance from major players.

The 115-unit bar and grill chain has elevated Chief Operating Officer Joel Chick to the chief executive role following the departure of former CEO Brett Patterson.

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