Biglari (NYSE:BH) (NYSE: BH) is a diversified holding company headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with primary interests in restaurant operations and investment management. Founded and led by entrepreneur Sardar Biglari, the company has grown through strategic acquisitions and a focus on value creation. Its dual-focus business model combines the management of iconic restaurant brands with a concentrated investment portfolio, positioning Biglari Holdings as both an operator of consumer-facing ventures and a long-term capital allocator.
The restaurant division is known for flagship brands such as Steak ’n Shake, a fast-casual concept specializing in premium burgers, hand-spun milkshakes and breakfast items, and Western Sizzlin, a sit-down steakhouse offering table-side cooking and a signature “sirloin butter.” Through these operations, Biglari Holdings emphasizes quality ingredients, consistent guest experience and operational efficiencies. The company has pursued renovation programs, menu innovation and digital enhancements to drive traffic and build brand loyalty across its domestic footprint.
In parallel with its restaurant activities, Biglari Holdings maintains an investment arm that acquires equity stakes in public and private businesses. Over the years, management has invested in various industries, including energy production, publishing and financial services, often seeking controlling interests or significant minority positions. This investment strategy reflects the founder’s background in activist investing and is guided by a value-oriented philosophy that seeks to unlock underappreciated assets and improve corporate governance at portfolio companies.
Under the leadership of Sardar Biglari, who serves as chairman and chief executive officer, Biglari Holdings pursues a long-term approach to capital allocation and operational improvement. The executive team combines restaurant management expertise with deep financial analysis to support growth initiatives and drive shareholder value. While the company’s core operations remain centered in the United States, its investment activities have occasionally extended into international markets, reflecting a willingness to explore opportunities beyond its traditional sectors.
