Casual Dining Concepts Struggled in 2024
Casual dining restaurant brands, including Applebee's, experienced declines in 2024, according to Franchise Times' Top 400 ranking.
- Applebee's sales fell by more than 5 percent
- Unit count shrunk
- Three out of four concepts in the subcategory experienced declines
Evolution of guest expectations and economic shifts resulted in a challenging year - John Peyton, CEO of Dine Brands
Leadership at The Melting Pot remains committed to the experience, while Johnny Rockets maintains a strong international presence.
Author's summary: Casual dining struggled in 2024.