Casual dining — page 2

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

Twin Peaks offers free entrées to veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day, with additional discounts throughout November and December.

Pizza Hut. Wendy’s. Now, Applebee’s and IHOP? Buyers want to take chains private to avoid market pressure — but Dine Brands isn’t ready yet.

Chili's sales grow 52% over three years with new initiatives

The parent company of Applebee’s and IHOP adopted a shareholder rights plan following reports that investment firms Arkhouse Management and Cobblers Cove are seeking an acquisition.

On Christmas morning in 2020, an RV exploded on Nashville’s historic Second Avenue, causing devastating damage and forcing the closure of some businesses in the area for what would be more than five years.

Brinker International reports a 10.1% jump in same-store sales for Chili's, marking 22 consecutive quarters of growth driven by increased guest traffic.

The casual-dining giant achieved over $1 billion in quarterly revenue, driven by significant traffic growth and record average unit volumes despite seasonal trends.

Activist investors James Pappas and Chris Martin have exited the board after supporting a turnaround plan that included debt reduction and potential refranchising strategies.

The casual Asian dining chain is a year into a turnaround and has moved from 22nd place to third in same-store sales growth among its competitive set.

Red Robin announces board changes after refinancing with $115 million credit facility.

DALLAS, Oct. 28, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Brinker International, Inc.

The brand’s strong managerial retention, social media marketing and menu innovation drove a strong quarter.

Stonefire Grill has been a premier fast-casual family dining destination for over 25 years, serving generous portions of scratch-made, classic American-inspired dishes.

Melting Pot, a fondue restaurant franchise, plans to return to the Bay Area in 2027, seeking to reestablish its presence in the market.

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

Angry Crab Shack is a full-service seafood restaurant franchise known for its Asian-Cajun-inspired seafood boils, bold seasonings and casual dining atmosphere.

The Brass Tap, a craft beer franchise, opened a new location in Olivette, Missouri, marking the first step in the franchisees' plan to open five locations in the St. Louis area.

TGI Fridays brought together eight of the brand's best bartenders from across the world to compete in the 29th World Bartender Championship, a flagship event at its Global Business Conference in Orlando.

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux unveils a new compact prototype with a footprint of 3,500 to 4,500 square feet for its next phase of franchise growth.

The live audio webcast can be accessed through Brinker's investor relations website.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit opens in McAllen, Texas, on October 27.

Stonefire Grill, a premier fast-casual family dining destination for more than 25 years, serving generous portions of scratch-made, classic American-inspired dishes, has introduced a new lineup of seasonal menu offerings

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue to debut in Canada with five-unit franchise deal