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Portillo’s Inc. (NASDAQ: PTLO) is a fast-casual restaurant concept in the limited-service restaurants industry, known for its Chicago-style favorites and experience-focused destinations. This news page aggregates coverage of Portillo’s announcements, giving investors and followers a single place to review the company’s latest public communications.
Readers can find updates on restaurant development and growth, including new openings, restaurant count milestones and changes in restaurant formats such as the company’s "Restaurant of the Future" design and in-line locations described in its third quarter 2025 financial results release. The news flow also includes strategic business updates, such as Portillo’s 2025 announcement of a strategic reset of its development plans to sharpen focus on core markets, simplify operations and moderate the pace of new restaurant growth.
Portillo’s news also highlights menu innovation and promotions. Recent releases have detailed limited-time offers like the BIG Burger Bundle, collaboration meals such as the DJ Moore meal, new sauces like "Comeback Sauce," seasonal promotions under the "Season of Surprises" campaign and secret menu items for Portillo’s Perks loyalty members, including Chili Cheese Fries and a Triple Cheeseburger accessible via digital kiosks.
Corporate governance and leadership changes are another key theme. News items document the appointment of an Interim Chief Executive Officer, the departure of the prior CEO, the planned departure of the Chief Development Officer and the hiring of a new Chief Marketing Officer, along with participation in investor conferences and earnings webcasts.
By reviewing this page, users can follow how Portillo’s communicates about its brand, menu, loyalty program, restaurant expansion, leadership team and financial updates over time.
Portillo's (NASDAQ: PTLO), a fast-casual restaurant known for Chicago-style favorites, announced the appointment of Jack Hartung to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Hartung, currently President and Chief Strategy Officer at Chipotle, brings extensive experience in the fast-casual dining sector. He played a pivotal role at Chipotle, serving as CFO for 22 years and helping guide the company through its 2006 IPO and subsequent growth from under 500 to over 3,600 locations, delivering a 60x return to shareholders.
Prior to Chipotle, Hartung held various management positions at McDonald's , ultimately serving as VP and CFO of its Partner Brands Group. He also serves on the Boards of The Honest Company and Zocdoc. Hartung expressed admiration for Portillo's transformation from a Chicago icon to a national brand, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining high standards and unique culture.
With his addition, Portillo’s Board now comprises eight directors, seven of whom are independent. The company believes Hartung’s expertise will be invaluable as they accelerate growth in new markets across the country.
Portillo's (NASDAQ: PTLO) has appointed Tony Darden as Chief Operating Officer, effective December 9, 2024. Darden, bringing over 30 years of multi-unit restaurant experience, joins from Jack in the Box where he oversaw 2,200 locations. He previously held leadership positions at MOOYAH Burgers, Taco Bueno, Sun Holdings, and Panera Bread. In his new role, Darden will oversee operational strategy as Portillo's pursues its target of 920 locations. The company is set to open its first 'Restaurant of the Future' in Grapevine, Texas, featuring a smaller, more efficient design with kiosks and a Grab and Go area.
Portillo's Inc. (PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in Chicago-style favorites, has announced its participation in three upcoming investor conferences. CEO Michael Osanloo and CFO Michelle Hook will present at the Furey Research Partners Hidden Gems Conference on November 26, 2024. Hook will lead a fireside chat at Morgan Stanley's Global Consumer & Retail Conference on December 3, 2024. Both executives will then present at the 2025 ICR Conference on January 14, 2025. Presentation materials will be available on the company's investor website, and in-person investor meetings will be conducted during the conferences.
Portillo's (NASDAQ: PTLO) reported Q3 2024 financial results with mixed performance. Total revenue increased 6.9% to $178.3 million, while same-restaurant sales decreased 0.9%. Net income rose by $2.2 million to $8.8 million. The company faced challenges with a 3.5% decrease in transactions, partially offset by a 2.6% increase in average check driven by menu price increases. Portillo's opened four new restaurants during the first three quarters of 2024, with plans to open five more by year-end. The company updated its 2024 guidance, projecting approximately -1.0% same-restaurant sales and maintaining its Restaurant-Level Adjusted EBITDA margin target of 23-24%.
Portillo's Inc. (Nasdaq: PTLO), a fast-casual restaurant chain known for Chicago-style favorites, has announced its plans to release third quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, before the market opens. The company will host a live audio webcast at 10:00 AM ET on the same day, featuring President and CEO Michael Osanloo and CFO Michelle Hook.
Investors can access the webcast through Portillo's investor relations website at investors.portillos.com. A replay will be available shortly after the event concludes. Additionally, investors can listen via telephone by dialing 1 (877) 407-3982 (toll-free) or 1 (201) 493-6780 (international). A telephone replay will be accessible using the passcode 13741636.
Portillo's Inc. (Nasdaq: PTLO), the fast-casual restaurant chain famous for Chicago-style favorites, has announced its participation in the upcoming Piper Sandler Growth Frontiers Conference. The event is scheduled for September 10-11, 2024.
Key details include:
- CEO Michael Osanloo and CFO Michelle Hook will represent Portillo's
- They will present and host investor meetings
- A live audio webcast of the Company's presentation will be available on September 11 at 12:00pm ET
- Interested investors can access the webcast at investors.portillos.com
This conference provides Portillo's an opportunity to engage with investors and showcase its growth strategy in the competitive fast-casual restaurant sector.
Portillo's, the Chicago-style fast-casual restaurant chain, is launching its first new cake flavor in 20 years - the Salted Caramel Spice Cake. Available nationwide from August 27, 2024, this seasonal treat combines salty, sweet, and spicy flavors in two layers of moist spice cake with salted caramel frosting. It can be enjoyed by the slice, as a whole cake, or in Portillo's Cake Shake.
To celebrate 'Spice-tember', Portillo's is offering a $1 slice of the new cake with any entrée purchase for dine-in or drive-thru orders throughout September. This promotion is available at participating locations in select states, with some restrictions.
Portillo's Inc. (NASDAQ: PTLO) is piloting self-service kiosks in select Chicago and California restaurants. The initiative, in partnership with Bite, aims to enhance guest and Team Member experiences while optimizing operational efficiency. The 24-inch kiosks offer an additional ordering option, showcasing the full menu and potentially increasing check sizes.
Key points:
- Pilot locations in Downers Grove, IL, Chicago's River North, and California
- Kiosks designed to complement existing ordering channels
- Success metrics include line reduction, order accuracy, and satisfaction
- Technology integration focuses on enhancing the classic Portillo's experience
Portillo's Inc. (NASDAQ: PTLO) reported its Q2 2024 financial results, showing a 7.5% increase in total revenue to $181.9 million. The company experienced a 0.6% decrease in same-restaurant sales but saw improvements in operating income, Restaurant-Level Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA. Key highlights include:
- Net income decreased by $1.4 million to $8.5 million
- Operating income increased by $0.7 million to $18.1 million
- Restaurant-Level Adjusted EBITDA rose by $1.8 million to $44.6 million
- Adjusted EBITDA increased by $0.6 million to $29.9 million
Portillo's opened two new restaurants in Q2 2024 and plans to open at least 10 new locations in 2024. The company updated its fiscal 2024 targets, projecting flat to slightly positive same-restaurant sales and maintaining its Restaurant-Level Adjusted EBITDA margin forecast of 23-24%.
Portillo's (Nasdaq: PTLO) will announce its second-quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, before the market opens. A live audio webcast will be held on the same day at 10:00 AM ET, hosted by CEO Michael Osanloo and CFO Michelle Hook. Investors can access the webcast and its replay on the company's investor relations website. Telephone access is available with toll-free and international dial-in options. A replay of the call will also be available via telephone.