Sonic Drive-In tests mobile ordering

March 24, 2011

A large Sonic Drive-In franchise group is running a 71-unit pilot program to test an online and mobile ordering program provided by OLO Online Ordering.

Technomic: Distributor vs. branded manufacturer competition increases

March 24, 2011

Recent research conducted by foodservice consultants Technomic reveals restaurants’ preferences in manufacturer versus distributor brands. Specifically, the…

Study: Managers to hire, pay more in Summer '11

March 24, 2011

A newly released summer job survey commissioned by SnagAJob.com predicts that hiring managers with available jobs expect to be paying an average of $10.90 this…

McDonald’s testing frozen strawberry lemonade

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

March 24, 2011

McDonald’s has rolled out frozen strawberry lemonade in select markets throughout Florida and Georgia. The item is part of the McCafe beverage line up…

Commentary: Selling digital versus traditional menu boards

Operators have many legitimate questions -- from cost to reliability -- when it comes to digital signage boards.

How to choose the right kitchen equipment supplier

by Rob Connelly

An ideal supplier should embrace your brand and offer kitchen intelligence that eliminates inconsistencies and increases productivity.

U.S. restaurants join Japan earthquake relief effort

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Chains and independents are sponsoring promotions and contributing funds to help with the earthquake/tsunami recovery.

QSR favorite E2America expands its efficiency systems

March 23, 2011

Efficient Energy America Inc. (E2America), which provides energy management technology in chains such as McDonald’s, Bojangles, Taco Bell and others, has…

Chains commit to J.P. Morgan restaurant forum

March 23, 2011

Domino’s Pizza Inc., Tim Hortons Inc. and Jack in the Box have all committed to present at the J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Forum in…

Food trucks to converge on Miami’s Seaquarium

March 23, 2011

A fleet of food trucks will descend upon Miami’s Seaquarium Sunday, offering guests of the popular destination a variety of meal options from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bojangles website gets a makeover

March 23, 2011

The interior and exterior details of Bojangles' units aren’t the only part of the company undergoing a redesign.  Studiobanks, a digital agency specializing in…

Krispy Kreme signs distribution deal with Sysco

March 23, 2011

Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. plans to enter into a supply chain distribution agreement with Sysco Corporation, which operates 18…

Dairy Queen’s online fans get special TREATment

March 23, 2011

Dairy Queen’s new Mini Blizzard TREATment online video contest promotes random acts of kindness with a chance to win a Mini Cooper Countryman.

Burger King franchisee rolls out WiFi HotSpots service

March 23, 2011

Strategic Restaurants Acquisition Corp. Holdings Inc., which operates 280 Burger King restaurants throughout the country, has partnered with MegaPath Inc., a…

McDonald’s Canada implements social savings platform

March 22, 2011

McDonald’s Canada has tapped Twongo LLC to launch a social savings platform that offers discounts, social media and marketing throughout its system.

Cornell Study: QSR and fast casual making best use of online ordering

March 22, 2011

A Cornell University analysis of the electronic ordering practices of the top 326 U.S.-based restaurant chains finds that fast casual and quick service…

Sonic Q2 hits a profit

March 22, 2011

Sonic Corp. reported results for the second quarter of its fiscal 2011 ended Feb. 28, which included a year-over-year 1.2 percent increase for systemwide…

TCBY announces YouTube contest winners

March 22, 2011

Salt Lake City-based TCBY is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and kicked off the occasion in January with a YouTube contest to recognize customer…

Pita Pit mines social media for new item name

March 22, 2011

Pita Pit’s new limited-time offering features prime rib and provolone, but it hasn’t officially been named yet. The 300-unit, Idaho-based chain is depending on…

Dunkin’ Brands’ 2010 numbers up

March 22, 2011

Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin’ Brands Inc., parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, reported results for fiscal year 2010 ended Dec. 25.