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Red Lobster says it will soon exit bankruptcy protection after judge approves seafood chain’s sale
A U.S. bankruptcy judge on Thursday approved the casual seafood chain’s reorganization plan, which includes a lender group led by asset manager Fortress acquiring the business.
Circle City Industrial Complex rebrands, lines up new tenants
Ten tenants, including two restaurants, are expected to open this fall in the newly named Factory Arts District.
Party of one: Restaurants catering to more solo diners
In the United States, solo dining reservations have risen 29% over the last two years, according to OpenTable, the restaurant reservation site.
North of 96th roundup: Racer’s HQ, pickleball club, eateries among openings
A racer’s headquarters that will eventually house a steakhouse and coffee shop is one of several north-side businesses that have opened or are planning to open soon. The list also includes several restaurants, a hardware store and a Nordstrom Rack.
Brunch spot, Indian restaurant planned at renovated Allisonville retail center
The new owner of Windermere Center at 62nd Street and Allisonville Road has switched strategies from developing new projects to buying existing retail properties, refreshing them and signing new tenants.
Savvy Sliders making Indiana debut with restaurant in Lebanon
The 1,600-square-foot restaurant opening Wednesday “will be the first of many planned for the Hoosier State,” the company said.
Greenwood sees surge in new restaurants, retailers
Several new eateries and retailers have either opened or are set to open in Greenwood or in the nearby area, including a pair of Asian restaurants and a Mexican eatery.
InterContinental Hotel hires restaurant veteran Craig Baker as executive chef
Baker, who has played key roles at at several Indianapolis restaurants, most recently served as president of HAIV Hospitality and previously oversaw The AMP food hall at 16 Tech.
Gallery Bistro & Bar closes after four years in Wholesale District
Gallery Bistro & Bar opened across the street from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in July 2020 and permanently closed this month.
‘No tax on tips’ plans from Trump, Harris won’t do much for many tipped workers
Eliminating federal taxes on tips has suddenly emerged as just about the only idea that former president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris agree on—but experts say the proposal won’t have a big impact for most workers.
Ohio-based Chop5 Salad Kitchen looks to recruit Indiana franchisees
Chop5 specializes in signature chopped salads such as the Harvest Chop Salad, Korean Chicken Chop Salad and Kale Quinoa Chop Salad.
Buca di Beppo files for bankruptcy, closes Indianapolis restaurant
Italian restaurant chain Buca di Beppo filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday, days after closing 13 underperforming eateries nationally, including one of its three local locations.
North of 96th roundup: Wally’s to break ground on expanded store in Whitestown
Multiple retailers, restaurants and other businesses recently opened, closed or began planning new locations in the north suburbs of Indianapolis.
Ohio-based Kitchen Social chooses Fishers for first Indiana restaurant
Kitchen Social was founded by the former CEO of Columbus, Ohio-based Bravo Brio Restaurant Group, which operates the Bravo! restaurant chain.
IBJ Podcast: Hotly anticipated eatery Borage debuted in June. So how’s it going?
Josh Kline and Zoe Taylor had won acclaim as chefs for nationally lauded Milktooth in Fletcher Place. Perhaps their biggest learning curve as co-owners of Borage has come on the financial side.
Mass Ave Starbucks first in Indianapolis to unionize
In an election Wednesday, workers at the 430 Massachusetts Ave. store voted to become part of Starbucks Workers United, the national union.
Sahm’s Tavern up next for Irvington spot associated with Black Acre, Scarlet Lane
Sahm’s Hospitality Group plans to resurrect its Sahm’s Tavern concept by taking over an Irvington address that’s been a taproom for two different Indianapolis craft breweries.
Starbucks, Panda Express planned at Glendale Town Center
Orange chicken and Frappuccinos will be sold from standalone locations near the intersection of North Keystone Avenue and East 62nd Street.
Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill adds location at Salesforce Tower
Restaurateur Carla McDaniel opened the original Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill at Indianapolis City Market in 2015.