Chain Profiles
Each article provides in-depth profile on an emerging or innovative chain, focusing on the restaurant layout, menu and how foodservice equipment works with these attributes to deliver service to consumers.
Denny’s Café: Comparing Denny’s Café to Traditional Denny’s Restaurants
- Published on Wednesday, December 22, 2010
| CAFÉ | TRADITIONAL DENNY’S | |
| Seating | 70–95 (inside), 12–20 (outside) | 120–164, none outside typically |
| Staff | 5–9 per shift | 10–15 per shift |
| Construction | 50–60 days | 90–110 days |
| Hours of Op. | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (varies by location) | 24 hours daily |
Denny’s Café: Players
- Published on Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Chain Profile: Denny’s Café
- Published on Wednesday, December 22, 2010
In keeping with the trend toward smaller, more efficient and flexible fast-casual restaurants, Denny's Café combines contemporary interior design and precise equipment placement to leverage the traditional Denny's brand.
Capital Grille; Chain Profile, October 2010
- Published on Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Strictly enforcing processes for food preparation and production influences equipment selection for this high-end steakhouse concept.
Chain Offers Authentic Taste of Bahamian Culture
- Published on Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Walking into Kafé Kalik Royale, visitors encounter hallmark traits of Bahamian and Caribbean cultures. Bright colors—tangerine oranges, seafoam blues, butter yellows and sea greens—along with wood tones, dramatic lighting, Bahamian artwork and a large open kitchen reflect the feel of the islands.
Frisch’s Big Boy; Chain Profile, September 2009
- Published on Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Chain Profile: Garlic Jim's Famous Gourmet Pizza
- Published on Monday, October 02, 2006
Chain Profile: Burgerville
- Published on Monday, October 02, 2006
Chain Profile: Pret A Manger
- Published on Saturday, June 01, 2002
Pret A Manger is a quick-service chain concept introduced in the United Kingdom. The custom-designed E&S package is minimal, yet highly efficient for outlets of varying sizes.
