12 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

by Portfolio Grader | October 18, 2013 12:30 pm

The grades of 12 Restaurant and Resort stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader[1]. Each of these stocks is rated an “A” (“strong buy”) or “B” overall (“buy”).

This week, Gaylord Entertainment (NYSE:GET[2]) is showing significant improvement as the company’s rating hops from a C (“hold”) to a B (“buy”). Gaylord Entertainment owns and operates branded hotels in multiple states. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of GET stock[3].

Peet’s Coffee & Tea (NASDAQ:PEET[4]) is seeing ratings go up from a C last week to a B this week. Peet’s Coffee & Tea markets fresh-roasted whole bean coffee. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of PEET stock[5].

Bally Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:BYI[6]) earns a B this week, jumping up from last week’s grade of C. Bally Technologies is engaged in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of gaming devices and computerized monitoring, accounting, and player-tracking systems for gaming devices. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of BYI stock[7].

Chuy’s Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHUY[8]) is seeing ratings go up from a C last week to a B this week. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of CHUY stock[9].

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT[10]) gets a higher grade this week, advancing from a C last week to a B. Brinker International owns, develops, operates and franchises the Chili’s Grill & Bar, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, and Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant brands. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of EAT stock[11].

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.’s (NASDAQ:RRGB[12]) ratings are looking better this week, moving up to a B from last week’s C. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers is a casual dining restaurant chain focused on serving gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of RRGB stock[13].

Papa John’s International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PZZA[14]) is making headway this week, with the company’s rating improving to an A (“strong buy”) from a B (“buy”) last week. Papa John’s International operates and franchises pizza delivery and carry-out restaurants under the Papa John’s trademark. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of PZZA stock[15].

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ:CAKE[16]) boosts its rating from a C to a B this week. Cheesecake Factory operates upscale, casual, full-service dining restaurants in the United States. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of CAKE stock[17].

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NASDAQ:TXRH[18]) improves from a C to a B rating this week. Texas Roadhouse operates the Texas Roadhouse restaurant franchise. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of TXRH stock[19].

This is a strong week for Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ:CHDN[20]). The company’s rating climbs to B from the previous week’s C. Churchill Downs owns and operates pari-mutuel wagering properties and businesses. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of CHDN stock[21].

The rating of Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK[22]) moves up this week, rising from a B to an A. Jack in the Box operates and franchises Jack In the Box fast-food restaurants primarily in the Western region of the United States. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of JACK stock[23].

Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. (NASDAQ:DAVE[24]) earns an A this week, jumping up from last week’s grade of B. Famous Dave’s of America operates and franchises restaurants under the name Famous Dave’s. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of DAVE stock[25].

Louis Navellier’s proprietary Portfolio Grader[26] stock ranking system assesses roughly 5,000 companies every week based on a number of fundamental and quantitative measures. Stocks are given a letter grade based on their results — with A being “strong buy,” and F being “strong sell.” Explore the tool here[27].

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