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Liz Barrett Foster

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Liz Barrett Foster

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Operations

How America’s Top 100 independents are using people power to succeed

Top-grossing restaurants show how putting people first pays off, with memorable events, a staff-first culture and an eye on community.

Operations

Despite rising costs, top independent restaurants posted nearly $2B in sales in 2023

Top 100: Here’s how the country’s highest-grossing independents are adapting to high inflation, rising labor costs and changing consumer tastes.

Operations

How top independent restaurants are returning to normal

Operators of restaurants on the RB Top 100 Independents ranking are thriving once again as consumers splurge and celebrate.

Financing

Here are 2021’s top newcomers to the Top 100

Miami Beach’s Mila debuts at No. 5 on this year’s ranking. Find out where some of the other newcomers to this year’s list appear.

Financing

How independent operators are embracing change and reaping the rewards

As the industry stabilizes, operators of RB Top 100 restaurants are taking advantage of renewed consumer interest and greater opportunities for their brands.

Operations

How struggles in 2020 positioned indies for future success

Top-earning independent restaurant operators share the strategies they’re using to fight back against the latest industry woes.