Lyle Tick

The chain’s turnaround — aided by value plays, menu innovation and marketing spend — is nearing an inflection point as it prepares to open new stores.

The casual-dining chain reported 6.5% same-store sales growth driven by menu innovation and a new marketing strategy.

The casual dining chain is expanding its chicken sandwich offerings as part of a multi-year menu innovation strategy to drive traffic and compete with QSR rivals.

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From a bird’s-eye view, the casual-dining segment had a nice year in 2025.

BJ’s Restaurants achieved its seventh consecutive quarter of same-store sales and traffic growth, significantly outpacing the casual-dining category average.

Buffalo Wild Wings ups its sensitivity training to prevent racial incidents, following a recent incident in one of its locations.

Buffalo Wild Wings unveiled a new restaurant design, featuring a revamped bar area, varying seating arrangements, and a VIP experience called the MVP room.

Buffalo Wild Wings has appointed Lyle Tick as president, replacing John Bowie in the role.