Restaurants recruiting more veterans with franchise discounts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Operations-based business model is a good fit for those with military backgrounds.

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Cold Stone Creamery launches OLO mobile ordering

November 10, 2011

Cold Stone Creamery deployed a mobile ordering application this week, expanding the chain's online ordering service. The platform was created by OLO Online…

Subway development company raises $300K for diabetes

November 10, 2011

The staff of McLean, Va.-based Subway Development Corporation of Washington (SDC) recently hosted their 14th annual Charity Golf Tournament, with proceeds…

Verizon Center QSRs equipped with digital menu boards

November 10, 2011

The restaurant brands at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., have been equipped with Noventri digital menu boards.

No signs of slowing down for McDonald's in 2012

November 10, 2011

McDonald's Corp. stock has risen more than 20 percent so far this year, and the company has no intentions of slowing down in 2012. During its investor meeting…

Jack in the Box launches ornament fundraiser

November 9, 2011

Jack in the Box restaurants is now selling limited-edition $1 ornaments featuring a Jack-style head wearing a green and white cap and pointy elf ears.

McDonald's launches Spanish Twitter account @MeEncanta

November 9, 2011

McDonald's USA is expanding its social media strategy with the launch of @MeEncanta, the chain's official Twitter handle focused on its growing number of…

Tim Hortons turns in strong Q3

November 9, 2011

Tim Hortons Inc. has announced results for its third quarter ended Oct. 2, citing a strong same-store sales performance for both the Canadian and U.S. systems.

Popeyes' parent company raises FY guidance

November 9, 2011

AFC Enterprises Inc., parent company of Popeyes restaurants, reported results for its fiscal third quarter ended Oct. 2.

Burger King's earnings receive international boost

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 9, 2011

Burger King Holdings Inc. released results for its third quarter 2011 that included a system-wide comparable sales increase of 1.6 percent driven by its…

Famous Dave's Selects WAND Digital for Digital Menu Expansion

WAND Corporation, a leading provider of Digital Menu Board solutions for the foodservice industry, was chosen by Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. to be their…

Size matters and not just desserts

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Offering smaller portion sizes can lift sales.

Culver's launches Hometown Hall of Fame contest

November 8, 2011

Culver's has launched its first Hometown Hall of Fame Contest. From now through Dec. 5, guests are encouraged to share a story of their ideal local hero for a…

Study: Lack of correlation between obesity rates and QSR visits

November 8, 2011

The heaviest QSR users are not low-income consumers, as widely believed, but rather those in the middle-class. According to a new study released by UC…

White Castle's short film contest inspired by Harold & Kumar

November 8, 2011

White Castle and the New York Film Academy have kicked off a short film contest inspired by New Line Cinema's new film "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D…

Dunkin' Donuts new sponsorship taps into Latin fan base

November 8, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts has announced a new sponsorship with Universal Music Latin Entertainment (UMLE) to be the exclusive coffee provider of Noche de Estrellas…

Krispy Kreme's grocery line expands with chocolate

November 8, 2011

Krispy Kreme is adding two new chocolate flavored treats to its growing line of packaged doughnuts and sweets sold in participating grocery stores, convenience…

Earnings call: Wendy's gears up for 'mid-tier' burger launch

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Third quarter takes a hit from Arby's sale; however revenues and transactions up.

Truitt Bros. co-founder receives 2011 Bounty of Oregon Award

November 8, 2011

Truitt Brothers, Inc. co-founder Peter Truitt will receive the 2011 Bounty of Oregon Award on Nov. 18 at the fifth annual banquet created by the Arnica…