Dennys has been on the...

Dennys has been on the slide for years.  This year alone, Dennys stock has dropped like a rock.  And, customers are leaving in droves.  Because, Dennys stays open too long. 

Late night eating at Dennys is a money losing endeavor.  Dennys should close at 11 pm and open at 5 am.  This would save Dennys money. 

Regardless, about 80% of Dennys are Franchisees now.  And, the goal is to move to 90% Franchisees.   

Denny's Corp. is trying to restake its claim as a nocturnal hot spot for young adults.

The restaurant chain -- which conjures images of seniors and families digging into morning pancake platters -- has been trying to set a different scene for night owls.

Between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. it pipes in rock and country music and it is scheduling after-concert parties for up-and-coming bands. It has added late-night menu items fashioned by well-known musicians including Rascal Flatts and Good Charlotte. On Tuesday, singer Jewel is slated to concoct a new Denny's menu item at a New York test kitchen.