Subway builds momentum in 2021, expects growth in 2022

February 23, 2022

Subway had a record-setting year in 2021 driven by the launch of the company's biggest menu update in history, dubbed "Eat Fresh, Refresh," and the kick-off of…

Sonic drops burger for bacon lovers

February 23, 2022

Sonic Drive-In is introducing a burger for bacon lovers. The Bacon on Bacon Quarter Pound Double Cheeseburger is available starting Feb. 28. Sonic app users…

Shrimp nibblers back at White Castle

February 22, 2022

White Castle has added Shrimp Nibblers to its menu for a limited time. The menu item is available now through April 17, according to a press release.

Popeyes brings back fish sandwich just in time for Lent

February 22, 2022

Just in time for Lent, Popeyes has released its Flounder Fish Sandwich available across the U.S. and Canada, according to a press release.

QSR restaurant design changing for speed, service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

QSR restaurant design is changing. Brands are rethinking their overall dining rooms and drive-thrus to increase speed and service.

Layne's Chicken Fingers adds first new menu item since 1994

February 22, 2022

Texas-based Layne's Chicken Fingers has unveiled its first new menu item since 1994 — spicy chicken, according to a press release.

3 Ways to Future-Proof Your Restaurant Tech Stack

It’s clear that a digital transformation is no longer a "nice to have" but a necessity for future viability. At Qu, we believe the winning restaurants in the…

Krispy Kreme partners with Mars for Twix offerings

February 21, 2022

Krispy Kreme is partnering with popular candy bar Twix for three all-new doughnuts, according to a press release.

Jeremiah's Italian Ice inks deal for 36 units

February 21, 2022

Jeremiah's Italian Ice has inked an area representative deal for a total of 36 locations across Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Madison and Birmingham…

US Foods boosts Q4 and FY 2021 sales and earnings

February 21, 2022

US Foods Holding Corp. improved sales and earnings for Q4 and FY 2021, boosted by restaurant sales growth and double digit food inflation, according to an…

McDonald's releases limited-edition racewear with 23XI Racing

February 18, 2022

McDonald's USA and 23XI Racing have launched an apparel line. The co-branded, limited-edition racewear collection will be available for purchase starting today…

Grubhub partners with Indeed to aid in hiring crisis

February 18, 2022

Grubhub has partnered with Indeed to help restaurants with their staffing needs.

Bojangles inks Virginia Beach franchise agreement

February 18, 2022

Bojangles has announced the signing of a multi-unit franchise development agreement to acquire five restaurants and develop an additional five in Virginia…

White Castle donates to rival Wendy’s adoption foundation

February 18, 2022

White Castle has donated $10,000 to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, the organization created by Wendy's founder Dave Thomas. Both restaurant chains…

Taco Bell brings back iconic dessert taco

February 17, 2022

Klondike and Taco Bell have partnered to bring back an iconic frozen treat at select restaurants: the Klondike Choco Taco. The Choco Taco will be tested…

Burger King to take iconic burger off discount menu, raise prices

February 17, 2022

Burger King is pulling its most popular burger, the Whopper, off its discount menu and the brand is slated to raise prices to offset rising costs, according to…

Subway inks master franchise agreements in two countries

February 17, 2022

Subway has announced two international master franchise agreements, one in Thailand and one in the State of Kuwait, according to a press release.

New York Congressman seeks $60B for Restaurant Revitalization Fund

February 16, 2022

Joe Morelle U.S. Congressman Joe Morelle on Tuesday stood alongside foodservice operators to call for the replenishment of the Restaurant…

Taco John's to continue growth in 2022

February 16, 2022

Mexican QSR Taco John's signed its largest franchise deal in the brand's history during 2021 and is expecting to have a record year for openings in 2022…

White Castle expands partnership with Miso Robotics

February 16, 2022

White Castle will extend its partnership with Miso Robotics by installing Flippy 2 robotic arms in 100 standalone units. The announcement is the latest for the…