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Thanks to pickup and delivery, Fridays was able to make a modest comeback, but the restaurant chain's sales are still off by about 50 percent. Still, Fridays is not giving up without a fight. While curbside pickup has been offered as the restaurant temporarily shuttered its dining rooms, stores in some markets are starting to reopen. Select locations are currently experimenting with outdoor seating by renting white party tents, so its guests can sit in the parking lot, enjoy a meal, and practice social distancing all at the same time — but only time can tell if this gamble will pay off.

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The company added that "the acquisition of the franchise restaurants re-energized teams who were happy to be back with Corporate. Of course, the bar and and grill chain isn't the only casual eatery dealing with slumping sales.

Last year, Pizza Hut announced plans to close hundreds of its dine-in restaurants in order to shift the primary focus to its carry-out and delivery businesses. Brands, said during a company earnings call in August. Despite the recent store closures, TGI Friday's still operates restaurants, of which are located overseas. In an effort to appeal to more consumers, TGI Friday's has been offering more in-house dining specials, as well as invested "significantly" in its loyalty rewards program, Fridays Rewards.

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Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. It often indicates a user profile. Log out. US Markets Loading H M S In the news. Allana Akhtar. The chain adapted to changing consumer behavior by improving delivery and curbside pickup.