Dutch Bros: 7 Brew's Lofty Salad and Go Bid Showcases Competitive Restaurant Land Grab; Shares Rich
Dutch Bros' $105 million agreement to acquire 65 bankrupt Salad and Go locations in the Southwest US was bested by 7 Brew's $143 million bid for 73 of the leaseholds, forcing an auction. After Dutch Bros declined to counter, the court has suggested 7 Brew is the winner, pending final approvals.