Arby's kicks off No Kid Hungry campaign

August 15, 2013

For the third year in a row, Arby's restaurants across the country are teaming up with their customers to help end childhood hunger in America. From Aug. 1…

What the restaurant industry can learn from retail experts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Hiring the right people and training those people are keys to an increasingly customer-centric environment.

Franchising index hits highest growth level since recession

August 15, 2013

The International Franchise Association's latest Franchise Business Index shows that the industry is at its strongest level since November 2007, prior to the…

Hot Dog on a Stick debuting mini hot dogs for anniversary

August 15, 2013

Hot Dog on a Stick is marking its first year at the company's pilot drive-thru location with a celebration Aug. 19 through Aug. 25.

SONIC's coast-to-coast expansion continues

August 14, 2013

SONIC Drive-In has announced plans to open 14 new drive-ins in the greater Seattle market with a new franchise partner, Cascade Development Group LLC. The…

Jack in the Box refranchises 18 restaurants in Texas

August 14, 2013

Jack in the Box Inc. today disclosed the details of a refranchising transaction that was completed in May. TLIG Restaurants LLC acquired 18 Jack in the Box…

Fiery Doritos Locos Tacos heating up Taco Bell

August 14, 2013

After weeks of fans guessing via social media what the next Doritos Locos Tacos flavor will be, today Taco Bell finally announced the name of the…

Dunkin' sells out franchise opps in Wisconsin

August 14, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with existing franchise group, Travel Mart Inc., for seven new…

Villa Enterprises adds 4 QSRs in Georgia

August 14, 2013

Villa Enterprise Management, a global multiconcept restaurant franchisor, announced the grand opening of four new concepts — Villa Italian Kitchen, South…

Taco John's new menu items surpassing sales goals

August 14, 2013

When Taco John's International launched Santa Fe Burritos and Bowls this summer, the Mexican quick service restaurant chain was hoping the new customizable…

Technomic expects bar mixer momentum to continue

August 14, 2013

Tracking the growth trend in spirits and the rise of cocktail culture, mixers used in the preparation of cocktails and mixed drinks in restaurants and bars are…

Survey: Parents like dining out with kids

August 14, 2013

Restaurant.com revealed today that parents enjoy dining out with their kids and cite many benefits to the experience, with family quality time and education…

Wendy's selling 30 restaurants to NBA stars

August 13, 2013

The Wendy's Co. today announced the sale of 30 restaurants in the St. Louis market to BB St. Louis LLC, a partnership headed by current Wendy's franchisee and…

Breakfast daypart helps Good Times post solid Q3

August 13, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc. today announced its financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2013.

Tim Hortons launches K-Cup flavors

August 13, 2013

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop is adding single-serve coffee cups to its selection of at-home brewing options. Compatible for use in Keurig K-Cup machines…

Why millennials don't like being paid by the hour

Your culture should be one where employees own their jobs, as opposed to one where employees feel totally disconnected to bottom line results and are only…

For QSRs, brand isn’t the language of love to attract students and career-minded workers

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

A mix of young students and career-minded workers will bring different strengths to the table as far as flexibility in hours available, pay requirements and…

Health care law deadlines approaching

August 12, 2013

The Obama Administration's July decision to make 2014 a transition year when it comes to the employer mandate and some employer reporting requirements of the…

Arby's Hungry for Happiness mobile tour visiting St. Louis

August 12, 2013

Arby's Hungry for Happiness mobile tour is stopping in St. Louis this week to help raise awareness about the issue of childhood hunger and to increase…

LGBT activists planning McDonald's protest

August 12, 2013

An activist group in Chicago is planning a protest against Oak Brook-based McDonald's Corp. over the chain's sponsorship of the 2014 Winter Olympic Games…