Subway hits 40K restaurant milestone

August 27, 2013

The Subway restaurant chain opened its 40,000 location this week, at an AppleGreen petrol station in Ipswich, England.

US Foods names 'Next Top Product' semifinalists

August 27, 2013

Fifty-four chefs from across the country have begun competing for a spot in the final round of the 2nd Annual US Foods Next Top Product contest.

Auntie Anne's jumps into food truck space

August 27, 2013

Auntie Anne's new food trucks have made their debut in Fort Wayne, Ind., and Gordonville, Pa. The company built the food trucks to capitalize on the mobile…

Former president: McDonald's didn't create wage discrepancies

August 26, 2013

Less than a week before a planned nationwide quick-service restaurant employee strike, former McDonald's president, U.S., Ed Rensi appeared on a handful of…

Optimize distribution costs

Consolidate dry, refrigerated and frozen items and include paper goods and cleaning supplies.

How to use social proof to attract more walk-ins and orders

Reviews, ratings and comments posted on your website will show potential customers how much others have enjoyed your food and service. 

QSRs playing catch up to hot fast casual segment

August 26, 2013

As the fast casual segment continues to outpace the rest of the restaurant industry, Colorado is a hotbed for these brands. Fort Collins-Loveland, Colo., is…

Subway introduces garlic bread option

August 26, 2013

Beginning Sept. 1, Subway will feature a garlic bread option for a limited time. The savory addition will be featured alongside the chain's "$5 Any" regular…

Jack in the Box food truck rolls into St. Louis

August 26, 2013

Jack in the Box introduced St. Louis to its original food truck at the Grand Center Street Party on Aug. 24. The Jack Munchie Mobile is a custom-built mobile…

McDonald's confirms chicken wing rollout in September

August 26, 2013

McDonald's has confirmed to BurgerBusiness.com that it will roll out Mighty Wings nationally on Sept. 9.

Top CEOs join Fast Casual Exec Summit's experts panel

Attendees will have the opportunity to grill industry leaders on what it takes to run a successful fast casual restaurant.

Church's franchise group reelects president to board

August 25, 2013

Church's Independent Franchise Association (CIFA) an organization that represents domestic and international franchisees in the chain's system, has reelected…

How showrooming is killing your restaurant –and how to fight back

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

When Joe DePinto, 7-ElevenCEO, addressed the crowd from the main stage of the Restaurant Leadership Conference in April in Scottsdale, he sounded a clear…

Popeyes' has opportunity to 'at least' double domestic footprint

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Popeyes' systemwide sales increased by 11.6 percent during Q2, rolling over 11.5 percent in Q2 of 2012.

Sonic expands football team-branded burgers

August 23, 2013

When Kergan Brothers Sonic franchise group launched the Ragin' Cajun burger last August, it sold at 300 to 400 percent more than the average LTO.

Analysts report above-average meat and dairy prices

August 23, 2013

Analysts with Great American Group Inc. have reported that pricing for meats and dairy products remains higher than average. The trend reflects the continued…

In-N-Out plans first Indian reservation location

August 23, 2013

In-N-Out Burger will open its first location on tribal land early next year. The restaurant will be located off the Interstate 10 freeway in Cabazon, Calif.…

McDonald's NFC-enabled interactive tables expanding through Asia

August 23, 2013

McDonald's test of an NFC-enabled interactive dining table at a restaurant in Singapore has inspired a broader rollout throughout Asia.

Fall favorite returns to Bojangles' menu

August 23, 2013

Bojangles' the Smoked Sausage Biscuit will return to menus Aug. 26 and will be available through Oct. 6 at participating locations. The LTO includes a…

Sonic adds chief development officer position

August 23, 2013

Sonic Drive-In has named John Budd to the newly created role of chief development and strategy officer.