Wendy's to fellow QSRs: Hey Porky, we were here first!

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The Ohio-based chain today sent out a news release making it very clear that before its competitors joined the bacon bandwagon —​ bacon-crusted pizza wars and…

Can coasters address consumer disengagement in restaurants?

August 5, 2016

In hopes of counteracting phone distractions in restaurants, Heckler Design has created coasters made to hold customer phones, according to a company press…

Ta-da! Subway unveils new logo

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Subway restaurants unveiled its new logo today – one of those rites of passage that is always a big deal for any brand, but especially for restaurant chains.

International franchising: 8 tips for smooth sailing overseas

The CEO of Franchise Global Frands provides eight tips for U.S. franchisors who want to go global.

A good summer for McDonald's and Chipotle, not so good for Arby's and KFC

August 5, 2016

McDonald's is clearly winning the traffic game this summer, while Chipotle is showing signs of a healthy rebound from its E.coli-based fall from grace…

Sonic dividend expected to take super-sonic increase in FY17

August 5, 2016

Sonic execs expect to declare a 14-cent, per-share quarterly dividend in the next fiscal year — an increase of 27 percent over the current 11-cents-per-share…

Hourly workers: The new endangered species?

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The hourly labor market is getting tighter all the time for restaurateurs. A new national study reveals what these workers want and sheds light on how…

RBI Q2 results: positive, fall short of predictions

August 4, 2016

Restaurant Brands International, parent  company of Tim Hortons and Burger King, reported this week that its second-quarter are positive but not as high as…

Dunkin' Donuts expands in Atlanta with 3 franchisees

August 4, 2016

Dunkin' Donuts announced an agreement with three existing franchise groups to develop 13 Dunkin' Donuts restaurants and four multi-brand units with…

Cott buying S&D Coffee for $355M

August 4, 2016

Canadian-based Cott Corporation, a beverage producer and provider, is acquiring S&D Coffee for $355 million on a cash and debt-free basis. 

Bruster's offers hot LTOs to cool down from summer

August 4, 2016

Bruster's is offering a couple of new LTOs to see us through to the end of summer. The new flavors include cayenne chocolate chunk and s'mores.

Jack in the Box, Qdoba post Q3 bounces

August 4, 2016

Jack in the Box got a lift in its third-quarter earnings, according to the company which reported Wednesday that earnings hit $30.8 million or 93 cents per…

Using kitchen equipment to enhance food safety

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

A chef from one of the nation's largest kitchen equipment manufacturers answers questions about the role of kitchen equipment in protecting and even…

Restaurant recession looming? Debate begins

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Is the restaurant industry heading for a downturn?

Restaurant kiosks serve up multiple demographics

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

QSR kiosks are all the rage these days, especially with McDonald's and other QSR giants jumping on the trend. Restaurant kiosks are now drawing in every…

NRA: Restaurateurs want technology without headaches

August 3, 2016

Only 12 percent of restaurant operators consider  themselves to be cutting-edge in implementing technology, according to a recent study conducted by the…

Chick-fil-A launches Connecticut location

August 3, 2016

Chick-fil-A will open its fifth Connecticut location, this one at Mohegan Sun casino, this fall.

Krystal rolls out limited new menu item

August 3, 2016

Krystal restaurants is rolling out a new menu item: boneless chicken wings. The wings, available in BBQ or spicy buffalo flavors, will be available between…

Papa John's revises upward after Q2 financials reported

August 3, 2016

Papa John's International Inc. today announced financial results for the three- and six-month periods that ended June 26. Highlights from the quarter include:

5 questions for diners making the digital switch

by Jackie Berg — mArketing director, olo

As we cruise through 2016, with nearly 80 percent smartphone adoption, there is little debate: A restaurant brand's digital program is now of paramount…