How Profitable Are Restaurants
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Darden Restaurants Inc (DRI):
Olive Garden
LongHorn Steakhouse
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Yard House
Capital Grille
Seasons 52
Bahama Breeze
Eddie V’s
Bloomin Brands Inc (BLMN)
Outback Steakhouse
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Bonefish Grill
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
Brinker International Inc (EAT)
Chili’s Grill & Bar
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Big Bowl Asian Kitchen
Corner Bakery Cafe
Cozymel’s Mexican Grill
EatZi’s
Flyer’s Island Express
Grady’s American Grill
On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Rockfish Seafood Grill
Taco Cabana
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc (CBRL)
Cheesecake Factory Inc (CAKE)
Texas Roadhouse Inc (TXRH)
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc (RRGB)
Dine Brands Global Inc (DIN)
Applebee’s
IHOP (International House of Pancakes)
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Inc (PLAY)
BJ’s Restaurants Inc (BJRI)
Denny’s Corp (DENN)
Ruth’s Hospitality Group Inc (RUTH)
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Noodles & Co A (NDLS)
Potbelly Corp (PBPB)
Chuy’s Holdings Inc (CHUY)
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Success Factor:
1) Very fragmented & not super profitable: tough game
2) Good taste & atmosphere at a reasonable price
3) Provide unique experience at scale