Affiliate of Bruegger's parent buys Smokey Bones

December 5, 2007

Business First (Buffalo, N.Y.): Barbecue Integrated Inc., an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners Inc., parent company to the Bruegger's, Fazoli's and Boston Market restaurant brands, has purchased Smokey Bones Barbeque and Grill for $80 million.

The deal isexpected to close in January for the 73 restaurants.