<ARTICLE> 5
<LEGEND>
This schedule contains summary financial information extracted from the
consolidated condensed financial statements of American Restaurant Partners,
L.P. at June 27, 2000 and is qualified in its entirety by reference to such
financial statements.
</LEGEND>

                             
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