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The pandemic was difficult for casual dining brands like Applebee’s, which saw sales plummet when it closed its dining rooms last year. But now, Applebee’s is doing better than it has in years. One ...

As many chains were already struggling, it seemed that the COVID-19 pandemic would be the final straw that broke the camel’s back. With restaurants closing their dining rooms, people started ...