White Castle rewarding social media fans

July 28, 2011

White Castle is offering its Facebook fans and Twitter followers an opportunity to receive a limited edition 90th birthday pin. The social media campaign is…

Subway selects Velti for mobile marketing platform

July 28, 2011

The Subway restaurant chain has selected Velti, a global provider of mobile marketing and advertising technology, as its exclusive mobile technology provider.

Arby’s offers incentive to try new Angus sandwich

July 28, 2011

Arby's launched its Angus Cool Deli Sandwich and Wrap a month ago, and has just added a late-summer incentive to try the new item.

Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day set for Aug. 11

July 28, 2011

For the sixth consecutive year, Dairy Queen will host its Miracle Treat Day to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a charity that raises…

QA Graphics taps nutrition consultant for menu labeling efforts

July 28, 2011

About a month after Iowa-based QA Graphics expanded its capabilities to provide digital menu boards for restaurants, the interactive design company has…

NRA’s restaurant industry outlook strengthened in June

July 28, 2011

Driven by stronger same-store sales and traffic levels and a more optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s…

Who will be 'the Chipotle' of the pizza industry?

An inside look behind a growing trend in the pizza industry.

EEOC proposal bans employee background checks

The EEOC is proposing a ban on employers conducting criminal background checks on job applicants and current employees.

The Changing Face of Menu Boards

Digital technology allows operators to move beyond static advertising to create a dynamic messaging system.

Popeyes’ parent company moving headquarters

July 27, 2011

AFC Enterprises Inc., the franchisor and operator of Popeyes restaurants, has entered into a lease for a new corporate headquarters in Dunwoody, Ga., when the…

Pino Gelato adds two more locations

July 27, 2011

Hilton Head, S.C.-based Pino Gelato has opened two new stores. The first is located in the Haywood Mall in Greenville, S.C., and the second is in Cranberry…

Jersey Mike’s recognizes standout franchisees

July 27, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs recognized outstanding franchisees and team members at its national conference held recently in Orlando, Fla. Also receiving special awards…

NRA changes date of 2012 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

July 26, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced that the 2012 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will now be held from May 5-8…

Yum! Brands' World Hunger Relief joined by Christina Aguilera

July 26, 2011

Multi-Grammy Award winner Christina Aguilera is giving hunger a powerful voice by filming a new PSA for Yum! Brands' World Hunger Relief effort that benefits…

White Castle launches Crave Case to kick off football season

July 26, 2011

White Castle is teaming up with the National Finger Football League (NFFL) to introduce new Crave Case packaging that features a mini-finger football field and…

Roy Rogers names new brand marketing firm

July 26, 2011

Roy Rogers restaurants has selected Brandstand Group as its brand strategy and marketing agency of record. Working closely with Roy Rogers' executive team…

Smoothie King launches meal replacement, partnership with ExerciseTV

July 26, 2011

Smoothie King, in partnership with Nutrition53, has unveiled a new, meal replacement Lean1 Smoothie made with weight loss formula and powerful nutrients.

DNKN: Dunkin’ Brands goes public at $19 per share

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

July 26, 2011

Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has officially gone public. The company today announced its initial public…

Restaurant data breach highlights vulnerabilities

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

July 26, 2011

The payment-card data breach at a Margarita's restaurant in Huntsville, Texas, is shedding further light on the vulnerability restaurants face from debit- and…

How are we short?

"What? What do you mean we are out of product? Did you check the cooler and stockroom? How could we be out? I know I ordered plenty and checked it all in. What…