Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery launch co-branded app

November 1, 2024

Sister brands Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery have launched an app and loyalty program, the Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery…

The Access Group acquiring Paytronix

November 1, 2024

The Access Group, a provider of business management software to mid-market organizations in Europe, the United States and Asia Pacific, is acquiring US-based…

How to Speed Up Service During a Rush

Busy times may be great for business, but they can also test your team's ability to deliver quality food quickly. If they fail, your restaurant may have lost a…

Marco's Pizza continues Boise, Idaho expansion

October 31, 2024

Marco's Pizza has launched a store on Fairview Avenue in Boise, continuing its rapid Boise expansion, according to a press release.

Hardee's brings back Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuits

October 31, 2024

Following a 20-year hiatus, Hardee's brought back Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuits last year. They're back in 2024 in packs of one, two or four, according to a…

Beyond Hispanic Heritage Month: Building year-round commitment to authentic engagement

by Tony Gonzalez — CEO, Mundial Media

QSR brands who recognize and identify with the Hispanic population year 'round can build lasting relationships.

Checkmate raises $10M in Series B funding led by Tiger Global

October 30, 2024

Checkmate, a leading provider of unified ordering solutions for enterprise restaurants has secured $10 million in Series B funding, led by Tiger Global. The…

Chester's Chicken launches Kentucky Bourbon Bites

October 30, 2024

Chester's Chicken has released Kentucky Bourbon Bites at participating locations for a limited time, according to a press release.

How catering is increasing sales, actionable growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a webinar sponsored by Checkmate, three experts look at how catering is increasing sales, trending upwards in its category and building its own business.

Andy's Frozen Custard offers Election Day LTO treat

October 29, 2024

Andy's Frozen Custard will offer the Cherry Pie Concrete for two days only — Nov. 4 and Nov. 5, according to a press release.

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream lands Surprise, Arizona

October 29, 2024

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream will open in Surprise, Arizona, as part of a larger development project led by franchisee Mukhpal Toor, according to a press…

Checkers and Rally's opens concession station in Kia Center

October 28, 2024

Checkers and Rally's will open a concession space at the Kia Center, home of the Orlando Magic. The venue is located at 400 W. Church Street on the second…

Toppers Pizza to expand in Nebraska

October 28, 2024

Toppers Pizza is set to expand its presence in Nebraska. Franchisees Ross Lerner and Lori Irvin recently acquired four existing Toppers Pizza locations — two…

Smalls Sliders opening 4 units in Georgia

October 28, 2024

Smalls Sliders is opening four locations in the South Georgia region, inking its third deal with DPC Smalls Investments, spearheaded by Doug Cone.

Smalls Sliders opens 6 states for development

October 25, 2024

Smalls Sliders has opened six states for development: Illinois; Nevada; Ohio; South Dakota; Virginia and West Virginia, according to a press release.

Carma HoldCo invests in plant-based QSR Mr. Charlie's Told Me So

October 25, 2024

Carma HoldCo, the parent company behind brands like TYSON 2.0 by Mike Tyson, has made a strategic investment in Mr. Charlie's Told Me So, a plant-based QSR…

How to reduce wait times in drive-thrus

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

These six tips can reduce wait times at the drive-thru and increase speed and accuracy.

Layne's Chicken Fingers opens in Janesville, Wisconsin

October 24, 2024

Layne's Chicken Fingers has opened a location in Janesville, Wisconsin, according to a press release.

Stoner's Pizza Joint opens 50th pizzeria nationwide

October 24, 2024

Stoner's Pizza Joint recently opened its 50th restaurant, which is located in San Marcos, Texas. Stoner's has opened 16 locations since January and is on track…

Little Caesars aims to score big as NFL pizza sponsor

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Little Caesars has signed on as the Official Pizza Sponsor of the NFL. The partnership awards the Detroit-based pizza brand plenty of exposure and builds…