Reuters report says restaurants and robotics still haven't mixed

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

Reuters today published a story on the use of robots in food service, which shows that most restaurateurs are staying with humans for the bulk of their needs…

Burger King kicks off philanthropy event

October 5, 2016

Burger King McLamore Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Burger King, has launched its 2016 in-store fundraiser, benefiting the Burger King Scholars…

Popeyes releases limited-time menu deal

October 5, 2016

Popeyes is rolling out its $4 Wicked Good Deal, offering guests a chicken strips entrée with one side, and a biscuit, according to a news release. The menu…

Wendy's brings back 80s favorite

October 4, 2016

Wendy’s is using Taco Day this week to announce the return of its Taco Salad — a fixture at the chain introduced in the 1980s. It features iceberg and romaine…

Study: UK says 'God save the restaurant industry'

October 4, 2016

NPD Group said its latest food service tracking results show that Brits may want out of the European Union, but their love of eating out has never been…

San Franciscans get 20-hour-a-day Jack in the Box delivery

October 4, 2016

Jack in the Box is partnering with DoorDash to bring San Francisco residents home delivery every day from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m., according to a news…

Taco Bell hopes Taco Day is music to fans' ears

October 4, 2016

Leave it to the folks at Yum Brands to take today’s National Taco Day to a new level of absurdity. After all, this is the same parent brand that gave the world…

Arby's proves it's 'on top of old smoky' with new pork belly sandwich

October 4, 2016

Arby’s is moving up the food chain when it comes to of-the-moment culinary trends as the chain becomes the country’s first QSR to put that little darling of…

Burger 21 fights breast cancer in October

October 3, 2016

Burger 21 is working to vanquish breast cancer by quenching our thirst this October, according to a press release. With every purchase this month of a fountain…

Free books and fire truck-delivered pizza: Two pizza powerhouses show benefits of cause-based campaigns

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

Mega-chain pizza brands, Domino's and Pizza Hut, are pulling out all the stops this fall to show the world how the Big Pie Guys and Gals do marketing with a…

Sonic freezes tea time this fall

October 3, 2016

As it gets chillier outside, Sonic Drive-in is introducing a way to get chillier inside, with the chain's new LTO, frozen sweet tea in three new…

Chipotle adds spicy permanent menu item on National Taco Day

October 3, 2016

A great pilot test and the increasing American affinity for all things spicy is prompting Chipotle Mexican Grill to add full-flavored pork-and-chicken sausage…

Quizno's lures customers to download new app with free sub

October 3, 2016

Quiznos is offering customers who download its new Toasty Points app a free four-inch sub, with any purchase. The new app-based loyalty program rewards guest…

Taco Bell claims 'vegetarian' certification

October 1, 2016

Taco Bell is the first and, so far, only large quick service restaurant chain to receive American Vegetarian Association certification.

Jack in the Box thinks outside the 3 meals a day 'box'

October 1, 2016

Jack in the Box is boasting a new menu, targeting "brunchers." The chain is offering a whole new menu targeting this not-quite-breakfast and not-quite-lunch…

The science of segmentation helps Wienerschnitzel to 6 straight years growth

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

When leadership and frontline staff at Wienerschnitzel say "Hot Dog!" this fall, they're probably not just referring to their menu. That's because the 330-unit…

The Restaurant Review Dance: Four steps to a better reputation

The importance of both knowing, and fiercely protecting your restaurant’s reputation online, is integral to business success today in any area of food service.

Starbird wings it and raises $5 mil

September 29, 2016

Starbird, a premium fast food concept, raised nearly $5 million during its second round of funding, according to a company press release. The group of…

Cloud POS vs. digital ordering engine: Everything you need to know

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

As more restaurant brands develop digital ordering capabilities, restaurant technologists must understand the key differences between a cloud POS and a…

Yum! Brands okays separation, increases dividend and appoints board member

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

Lots of high-level action occurring this week at Yum Brands with its board of directors giving the go-ahead to the previously announced separation of the…