An article in the St. Petersburg Times raises concerns over the Cheeseburger in Paradise chain: "Outback veggie steaks? Unlikely"
Fledgling concepts: It seemed like a great idea: Marry the don’t-worry-be-happy ethos of Outback with the drink-heavily-be-woozy style of singer Jimmy Buffett. In just a few years, the Cheeseburger in Paradise chain has swelled to 42 locations. Unfortunately, it remains a money-loser.
The likely outcome? Some say Cheeseburger will be shut down. Why? OSI’s new owners will be looking to fund proven restaurant concepts, fix the ailing Outback and pay off their crushing new debts.