Quiznos touts mobile ad campaign at SXSW

March 8, 2013

Quiznos is leveraging the networking setup of the SXSW event in Austin, Texas, today to present its mobile advertising success. Quiznos' mobile ad campaign…

BBQ pulled pork, sweet potato fries debut at Burger King Canada

March 8, 2013

For the first time ever, BBQ pulled pork sandwiches and sweet potato fries are available at Burger King restaurants throughout Canada.

Barfresh partners with RestaurantLink to expand smoothie sales

March 8, 2013

Barfresh Food Group, a manufacturer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, has signed a marketing agreement with RestaurantLink to market Barfresh…

ShopKeep POS Nabs Stevie Award for Best Customer Service

Commitment to retailers pays off for fastest growing iPad point of sale company.

Guestworkers at McDonald's franchise file labor abuse complaints

March 7, 2013

International student guestworkers at a McDonald's franchise in Pennsylvania have filed complaints with the Department of State (DOS) and Department of Labor…

NYC soda ban sparks mass confusion

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The ban doesn't cover drinks made with "50 percent milk," which is how Starbucks is planning to keep selling Frappuccinos in its 20-ounce Venti size.

Pretzel bread proves to have QSR potential

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Blimpie exec says breads are fun to innovate with and it is now easier to implement novelty offerings.

Taco Bell implements its largest marketing campaign ever

March 7, 2013

To introduce its new Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos, Taco Bell is even incorporating its first 3-D cinema component.

Sonic adds three items to the menu

March 7, 2013

For a limited time, Sonic Drive-In is bringing back its Sweet Potato Tots, a customer favorite that was first introduced last year.

Survey: Parents want healthy QSR kids meals

March 7, 2013

A new survey conducted by Restaurant DemandTracker shows that households with younger kids are more likely to seek out establishments with kid-friendly menus…

Baskin-Robbins plans to more than triple Australia presence

March 7, 2013

Baskin-Robbins today announced plans to more than triple the brand's presence in Australia through a master franchise joint venture with Galadari Brothers (GB).

Snagajob hourly employment network names new CEO

March 7, 2013

Snagajob, an hourly employment network for job seekers and employers, has named Peter Harrison as its new CEO, succeeding founder Shawn Boyer.

Rita's employee chosen as American Idol finalist

March 6, 2013

Lazaro Arbos, a Rita's Italian Ice employee based out of Naples, Fla, has been chosen as a top 20 finalist by American Idol. The 22-year-old Cuban singer will…

McDonald's guestworkers claim food safety and wage violations

March 6, 2013

A McDonald's franchisee with units in Harrisburg, Lemoyne and Camp Hill, Pa., has been accused of labor abuse and exploitation by international student…

Minimum wage legislation introduced, franchise association responds

March 6, 2013

The debate over the minimum wage has heated up significantly this week. On Tuesday, Senator Tom Harkin and Rep. George Miller introduced a bill to raise the…

Taco Bell thanks social fans with day-early Cool Ranch Locos release

March 6, 2013

Taco Bell announced via Twitter and Facebook that its followers and fans can get the Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos today, a day before its nationwide launch…

Dunkin' Donuts' brings back Angus Steak options

March 6, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts has brought Angus Steak back to its lineup of breakfast sandwiches. The Angus Steak and Egg Sandwich features Angus Steak with a pepper fried…

Good Times' breakfast sales are 'booming'

March 6, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc.'s same-store sales increased 11.7 percent for the same 28 days of February compared to the same period in 2012. Factoring in the…

Energy Star recognizes efficient foodservice equipment manufacturers

March 6, 2013

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has named Scotsman Ice Systems as a 2013 Energy Star Partner of the Year for its contribution to reducing…

Thousands using menu management platform to design, print menus

March 6, 2013

MustHaveMenus today announced that its "Kitchen Calls The Shots" menu management platform is catching on, surpassing the 15,000 restaurant mark. MustHaveMenus…