ComQi shows off Boloco DMBs

Digital signage provider ComQi showcased the digital menu board solution it engineered for fast casual burrito chain Boloco at this year's fall Customer…

Burger King expands home delivery service to the Big Apple

November 19, 2012

In the past month, Burger King has expanded its delivery service to the Miami and Houston markets. Now the chain is bringing the service to New York City.

Lower costs lead to more digital menu board deployments

Founders of restaurant chain say it's now hard to justify not deploying the technology.

Technomic makes 2013 restaurant trend predictions

November 19, 2012

Foodservice research and consulting firm Technomic has released its list of 2013 trend predictions. These insights are based on site visits evaluating the…

Popeyes completes acquisition of 27 restaurants

November 19, 2012

AFC Enterprises Inc. announced the completion of its planned $13.8 million acquisition of 27 restaurants in Minnesota and California.

Wendy's partners with Toys 'R Us for holiday promo

November 19, 2012

For the second year, Wendy's is partnering with national toy retailer Toys 'R Us to provide holiday-themed toys and two money-saving Kids' Meal offers to help…

Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen kicks off holiday giveaway promotion

November 19, 2012

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd. Inc., announced today its second annual Villa Holiday Giftaway promotion. To celebrate the holiday season, Villa is giving…

Sonic hosting all-day Black Friday burrito deal

November 19, 2012

Sonic Drive-In is hosting an all-day deal on its Breakfast Burritos in honor of Black Friday, Nov. 23. During that day, the burrito lineup will be available…

Ben & Jerry's launches fan-generated Instagram campaign

November 19, 2012

Ben & Jerry's has launched a new global Instagram program called "Capture Euphoria," to further engage its 120,000-plus Instagram followers.

JPMorgan Chase CEO joins Yum! Brands' board

November 19, 2012

Yum! Brands Inc. has announced the appointment of Michael J. Cavanagh, 46, to its board of directors. Cavanagh is the co-chief executive officer of JPMorgan…

McDonald's tests new Quarter Pounders, Egg White McMuffin

November 19, 2012

McDonald's restaurants in the greater Sacramento, Stockton and Modesto, Calif., areas are now showcasing three new varieties of the Quarter Pounder with…

Hello. We miss you. Won’t you purchase again?

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

Pizza operators have had it good for years. No other restaurant business has the ability to track customer data as accurately as a delivery operation that gets…

Q&A: The evolution of online ordering

NetWaiter's co-founder discusses how online ordering has changed from a convenient operational tool to a marketing asset.

Five tech tools to help treat every customer like a VIP

by Duessa Holscher — marketing, Granbury Restaurant Solutions

Most technologies can help you give exceptional customer service without extraordinary effort.

Dairy Queen rolls out holiday treats

November 16, 2012

The Dairy Queen system will feature holiday-themed candy cane treats throughout December, including the Candy Cane Chill Blizzard Treat, as well as Candy Cane…

Tim Hortons Café & Bake Shop debuts holiday menu

November 16, 2012

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop has unveiled its special edition holiday-themed beverages and baked goods. The bakery cafe chain's limited edition flavors…

Burger King, Pepsi launch soccer promo in Latin America

November 16, 2012

Burger King Worldwide announced a partnership with La Liga BBVA, the top professional division of the Spanish football league, and Pepsi to launch a promotion…

Taco Cabana sells New Mexico units to franchisee

November 16, 2012

Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc., has sold its two company-owned Albuquerque, N.M., locations to its local franchisee Mel Sloan.

Arby's stokes 'sandwich war' fire

November 16, 2012

Arby's has added a new component to its ad campaign featuring New York City police detective Bo Dietl.

Study finds high customer support for nutritional disclosure at restaurants

November 16, 2012

Many chains, including Starbucks, Panera and McDonald's, have already begun posting nutritional information on their menus, well ahead of the Affordable Care…