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Was this really the year of the indie?

 By Heather Lalley on Dec. 09, 2017

In a lot of ways—and for many reasons—independent restaurants trumped chains in 2017. Indies are nimble and able to seize upon trends like a hungry diner on avocado toast.

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Panera Bread’s sales thrive, thanks to digital

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 03, 2018

In a letter to employees, now-former CEO Ron Shaich details strong improvement.

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Tax reform has a downside for Chili’s parent

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 30, 2018

Deferred taxes have a lower value for Brinker International under revised federal rates, cutting into the casual-dining company's profits.

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Domino's same-store sales growth slows

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 20, 2018

The pizza chain's 4.2% U.S. same-store sales were the lowest in four years as store count accelerates.

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Famous Dave's Q4 same-store sales increase

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 06, 2018

Franchisees' same-store sales increased 1.1% as the company refranchised more units and added delivery.

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Bamboo Sushi, QuickFish parent receives investment from Bain Capital, Kitchen Fund

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 10, 2018

The operator of sustainable sushi concepts Bamboo Sushi and QuickFish plans to enter into new markets.

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Franchisees flex a newfound might

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 27, 2017

With goading from investors, franchisees are becoming a force in brand parents' corporate dealings.

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Signature drinks pose a purchasing puzzle

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 13, 2001

Often it takes just an ingredient twist or two to make bar drinks your own. But finding that something special can be a purchasing puzzle.

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Drink trends pour in

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 07, 2007

Smart beverage buyers have to keep current, but a crystal ball wouldn’t hurt.

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2010 product preview: What's next?

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 03, 2009

Optimism is in the air as we look ahead to 2010, but product and menu developers are proceeding with caution.

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