Dine Brands Starts 2026 With Higher Revenue and Steady Sales Growth at Applebee’s and IHOP

Dine Brands Global kicked off fiscal 2026 with higher revenue and improved comparable sales at Applebee’s, while holding the line on guidance for the full year as it continues to invest in dual-branded development and company-owned restaurants.

The parent of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop reported first-quarter revenue of $225.2 million, up from $214.8 million a year earlier. The increase was mainly tied to higher sales from company-owned restaurants...

Dine Brands Demonstrates Strategic Financial Moves Amid Challenges in 2025

Dine Brands Global, Inc., parent company to restaurant brands like Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, revealed its financial results for Q4 and the fiscal year 2025. The company showcased strategic financial maneuvers amidst a shifting landscape.

Highlighting their refinancing success, Vance Chang, CFO of Dine Brands, remarked, "In 2025, we efficiently refinanced our debt and returned capital to shareholders, maintaining a robust balance sheet. Our 2026 outlook promises continued investments in growth initiatives backed by positive trends across our...

Applebee’s Scores Big With New Wing Promo for the Big Game

Applebee’s, the Official Grill + Bar Sponsor of the National Football League, is offering big wins to football spectators on February 8 for the big game.

The deal includes 20 FREE Boneless Wings with any $40 online purchase!* The offer is conveniently available for To Go or delivery.

Guests are encouraged to use promo code SBWINGS26 when ordering to receive the deal.

Guests have a choice of sauce, including Classic Buffalo, Honey BBQ, Sweet Asian Chile, Garlic Parmesan, Extra Hot Buffalo...

Q3 Results Drive Foodservice Headlines in First Half of November

Major industry players across the business captured attention in the first half of the month as foodservice providers released new insights from their quarterly reports.

Many restaurants are facing challenges in the third quarter as US consumers cut back on frequent dining. This compilation provides a thorough overview of key players' performance results and the latest in the most notable company news.

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McDonald's Q3, FY 2025

McDonald's reported a 3.6% increase in global same-store sales for the third quarter, surpassing analysts' expectations...

Applebee’s Reintroduces “All You Can Eat” to Drive Seasonal Traffic

Applebee’s has reintroduced its popular “All You Can Eat” promotion, an LTO strategy the brand consistently deploys during high-traffic periods to drive guest visits.

This season’s lineup features three proven guest favorites and legacy menu items: Chicken Tenders, Riblets, and Double Crunch Shrimp—offering broad consumer appeal.

• All You Can Eat Chicken Tenders – Battered and fried white meat chicken, served crispy with a choice of two savory dipping sauces.
• All You Can Eat Riblets – Bone-in pork riblets, slow-cooked and finished in either...