INDUSTRY UPDATES
Transcat, Inc., a leading provider of accredited calibration services, cost control and optimization services, and distribution and rental of value-added professional grade handheld test, measurement and control instrumentation, announced via press release that it has acquired privately held Martin Calibration Inc.
Los Angeles-based Verde Bioresins Inc. agreed to be acquired by Nxu Inc. from Humanitario Capital for $16.2 million on Oct. 23.
Business
Denny’s, one of many fast-casual chains struggling with higher costs and changing consumer demand, says it’s closing about 150 restaurants.
Food
Restaurant critic Bill Addison and columnist Jenn Harris rank the 101 best restaurants in Los Angeles.
Irvine-based Mobix Labs Inc. agreed to acquire Spacecraft Components Corp., a Nevada-based aerospace and defense manufacturer of high-precision, mission-critical components for $24 million.
Labor costs, delivery app fees, tipping and service charges are among the existential challenges facing restaurants in 2025
Updates
Long Beach-based Molina Healthcare Inc. agreed to acquire Connecticare Holding Co. Inc. for $350 million on July 23.
California
In-N-Out owner says Oakland restaurant was ‘absolutely dangerous’ and police response for emergency calls was ‘alarming,’ which lead to its closure.
Plus, live-fire cooking from the All Time team, some of L.A.’s best bagels head east, Spanish tapas slide into Silver Lake and more.
Opinion
There’s a reason candidates make stops at local eateries. It’s shorthand for connecting with voters. So who’s the winner when it comes to breaking bread?