Del Taco signs Texas development deal

January 27, 2012

Del Taco has signed a three-unit development deal with DT Restaurants of Texas. The first location will be at Hawk's Creek Center in Fort Worth, and is…

Auntie Anne's tests whole wheat pretzels

January 27, 2012

Earlier this month, Auntie Anne's began testing new whole grain pretzel products in select markets across the U.S. as part of its mission to appeal to guests…

EVOS readies for future growth

January 26, 2012

EVOS has announced plans for its new corporate expansion through continued guidance from its newly appointed board of advisors, chaired by restaurant industry…

Popeyes' increases fiscal guidance for 2011

January 26, 2012

AFC Enterprises Inc., the franchisor and operator of Popeyes restaurants, reported selected unaudited results for its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year…

Taco Bell's breakfast now available in 10 states

January 26, 2012

Taco Bell has introduced FirstMeal, a new breakfast menu that features 11 unique menu items. The breakfast debuts in 10 western states, including California…

Jersey Mike's grows footprint by 15 percent in 2011

January 26, 2012

Manasquan, N.J.-based Jersey Mike's Subs celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2011 by opening its milestone 500th restaurant. The chain also had a record unit…

Dunkin' Donuts, Taco Bell, Quiznos test Facebook loyalty program

January 25, 2012

Plink, a Facebook credits-based online-to-offline loyalty program, has officially launched, rewarding customers for dining at their favorite restaurants.

Commentary: Be wary of hiring social media 'experts'

By Debbie Goldberg

NRA responds favorably to State of the Union, calls for long-term certainty

January 25, 2012

Topics of job growth, immigration reform and energy efficiency are of particular interest to the restaurant industry.

McDonald's Chicken McBites hit the menu

January 25, 2012

After testing in a handful of markets, the limited time McDonald's Chicken McBites rolled out this week to a broader audience nationwide.

Quiznos completes debt restructuring

January 25, 2012

Quiznos has successfully completed its previously announced financial restructuring on an out-of-court basis.

Top 5 2012 food innovation product predictions

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Coconut is the leading hot flavor in the restaurant industry from the fine dining level to the QSR coconut shrimp level.

McDonald's reports 11 percent profit, plans 1,300 new stores

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chicken McBites, blueberry banana nut oatmeal and Cherry Berry Chiller iced beverage ready for menu debut.

Winter not deterring iced coffee sales at Dunkin' Donuts

January 24, 2012

Although it's the middle of winter, iced coffee sales haven't slowed down at Dunkin' Donuts. According to an independent survey commissioned by the Canton…

Restaurant.com launches iPhone app

January 24, 2012

The Restaurant.com iPhone mobile app, now available in Apple's App Store, gives diners the ability to scan nearby dining options, purchase a paperless savings…

Cold Stone Creamery sued by franchisee association

January 24, 2012

A lawsuit was filed Monday against Cold Stone Creamery and its parent company Kahala on behalf of an independent franchisee association. According to Blue Mau…

Chick-fil-A planning 8 Houston area units

January 24, 2012

Chick-fil-A has plans to open eight new units in the Houston market this year. The first restaurant is set to open Jan. 26 in Pearland, Texas, according to the…

How Subway created the top brand buzz

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Differentiation is the key to generating — and maintaining — positive consumer perception.

North Dakota McDonald's offering signing bonus

January 23, 2012

A McDonald's restaurant in Dickinson, N.D., is offering $300 signing bonuses for prospective employees.

LaMar's Donuts launches whole-grain options and skinny lattes

January 23, 2012

To celebrate New Year's resolutioners, LaMar's Donuts has introduced a new whole-grain glazed cake and whole-grain raised donuts accompanied by a variety of…