The Dish: Rich Melman on the secret to "Lettuce Entertain You" dining group’s success

Rich Melman opened his first venue, Chicago's R.J. Grunts, 50 years ago. Since then, his "Lettuce Entertain You" dining group has expanded to 60 brands and 130 restaurants across more than a dozen states. Dana Jacobson sits down with Melman to discuss the secrets of his company's success.
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[@juliemalcheff467]

Rich Melmen , what a nice man , I worked my way up from a bartender to the receptionist at the partners headquarters, and I was treated with such respect, the nicest people I ever worked with ❤ .. Julie

[@landonmuscle7515]

Finally! A Chicago (or group) outside of nyc proper! Thanks for doing the extra work producers! (For real real). 😊🎉

[@chemingway1908]

Great story. I worked at Ed Debevich's restaurant for him for 2 years! What a blast.

[@hereswhatmyseeingeyedogsez7745]

I had dinner with Rich circa 1986. If I remember correctly, Rich drove a yellow Rolls Royce to the restaurant we ate at at the time.

[@lindainchicago6335]

Great story, fun restaurants!

[@HalilHalil-ur5hk]

Woow perfect 👌 so sweet