Sonic's plan for differentiation: Chocolate jalapeno shakes and interactive screens

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The Point of Personalized Service initiative will boost customer experience, drive sales and profitability, CEO says.

Amidst tighter competition, c-store visits decline

March 27, 2014

Although a number of c-stores have enhanced their food offerings to compete with limited-service concepts, a tightened grip on consumer spending and a…

Wincor Nixdorf extends payment systems terminals

March 27, 2014

Wincor Nixdorf has extended the payment systems terminals by the MEI Banknote recycling system, a move which will allow Wincor to offer a more scalable…

'Social responsibility' important factor for restaurant consumers

March 27, 2014

Consumers want to be more informed of the food they are eating and the way in which an operator or supplier is growing or preparing their food, according to…

Taco Time launches digital gifting program

March 27, 2014

TacoTime has introduced an eGift program that allows customers to send and receive TacoTime gift cards via email or smartphone.

Taco John's adding Boyer's Coffee to strengthen morning daypart

March 27, 2014

Taco John's has selected Boyer's Coffee for all of its restaurants, and will begin serving the offering in the fall.

Taco Bell recruits Ronald McDonald to promote new breakfast

March 27, 2014

Taco Bell's new breakfast menu officially launches today at the brand's more than 5,500 restaurants nationwide. The company has called its breakfast the…

KFC China's 'restage' includes aggressive marketing, menu initiatives

March 27, 2014

KFC China today released details of its new marketing strategy aimed at strengthening consumer perception after a rocky 2013 instigated by a chicken supply…

'Mobile Evangelist of the Year' Jack Philbin will headline 2014 CONNECT Mobile Innovation Summit

The self-professed "mobile geek" co-founded Vibes before text messaging was even possible in the U.S.

Fastcasual.com hosting webinar on tax credits for new hires

March 26, 2014

FastCasual.com is presenting a free webinar, "Cash in on Hiring Tax Credits: How to get $1,200 back for 1 out of every 5 new hires," along with PeopleMatter at…

Villa Enterprises takes over food court ops at Virginia outlets

March 26, 2014

Villa Enterprises announced it is assuming the management, operations and brand placement in the food court at Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets in Leesburg, Va.

Research firm predicts steady KFC China recovery

March 26, 2014

JL Warren Capital LLC, an independent equity research firm that focuses on the China market, says KFC China is steadily recovering from its sharp drop in sales…

Tubby's Sub Shops get a boost from new delivery service

March 26, 2014

Tubby's Sub Shops has reported a 20 percent jump in business over the previous year, due in large part to delivery services that were added in most markets.

Merchant Warehouse acquires loyalty program provider

March 26, 2014

Merchant Warehouse, a provider of payment technologies, announced its acquisition of Opticard, a provider of gift and loyalty programs.

Mobile app company launches restaurant deals campaign

March 26, 2014

Mobile app SimpleDeal has launched a new, nationally targeted SimpleDeal Indiegogo campaign.

Dunkin', Church's Chicken, McDonald's execs honored by WFF

March 26, 2014

The Women's Foodservice Forum has named five people to its second annual Women Making Their Mark list, sponsored by Brinker International.

Blimpie marks 50th anniversary with 50 cent subs

March 26, 2014

Blimpie Subs will celebrate its 50th anniversary on April 4 by offering regular-sized Blimpie Best subs for 50 cents to the first 200 customers at each…

Burritobox kiosk arrives at USC

March 25, 2014

The University of Southern California has become the first U.S. university campus to offer a burrito vending kiosk, reports The Daily Trojan.

Taco Bell creates quite a brand buzz with 'breakfast phones'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Ahead of the breakfast launch, 1,000 fans received phones calling/texting with missions to encourage social sharing.

Dairy Queen ready for Big Apple debut

March 25, 2014

Dairy Queen has announced its official entry into New York with the scheduled opening of its Manhattan restaurant this spring. Located at 54 West 14th St.