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Mobile payment a must-have pg. 22 · Room to raise prices pg. 38 · Consumers want more protein pg. 48
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MARCH 23, 2015
Casual-dining comeback
Long-struggling segment posts industry-leading sales results as new
entrants, revamps of classic brands breathe new life into the market
Report begins on page 16 ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: A new era for Darden Restaurants Inc.
The segment has drawn
new entrants like five-
unit Cabo Flats, pictured.
Meanwhile, established
brands are updating their
menus and operations.
Beefing up options
Operators turn to new cuts and presentations
to mitigate rising beef costs amid high demand
Using lesser cuts of beef
for kebabs or burgers can
help control food costs and
eliminate waste.
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SPECIAL REPORT CASUAL DINING The return of casu
Everything good begins with a seed.
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