J. Alexander's Rank: 44 (2004 rank: 29) Get quote:JAX
CEO: Lonnie J. Stout Address: 3401 West End Avenue Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-269-1900 Website:http://www.jalexanders.com Employees: 2,650
ANALYSIS
This casual-dining chain of 27 restaurants in 12 states serves American-style food and specialty items such as Rattlesnake Pasta (no, it's just chicken). JAX has plans to expand in 2006.
Rank
Revenue ($ millions, four quarters to 12/31/04)
122.9
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Revenue growth (%, 3-year annual rate)
9.6
87
Net income ($ millions, four quarters to 12/31/04)
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