Some LA area eateries adding 3% surcharge to cover insurance costs

October 7, 2014

The restaurant owners say the surcharge isn't meant to make a political point, but is simply a way to cover the cost of healthcare for employees while…

Henny Penny announces leadership and structural changes

October 7, 2014

Henny Penny has announced several leadership changes and an organizational restructuring.

Barfresh expands smoothie operations to 24 Shakey's restaurants

October 6, 2014

Barfresh Food Group Inc. has signed a two-year supply agreement with Shakey's USA to provide Barfresh's line of Smoo smoothies in 24 of Shakey's restaurants in…

Lavu iPad POS now accepts PayPal

October 6, 2014

Customers can pay for purchases using PayPal's mobile app.

Expert urges operators to plan 2015 purchasing now

October 6, 2014

A purchasing forecast should clearly define the components that drive commodity prices, including geopolitical events, weather, planted acres of farmland, crop…

Restaurants add 20,000+ jobs in September

October 6, 2014

The total number of new industry positions over the past year now stands at 289,600.

Pretzelmaker launches first-ever Snapchat promo

October 6, 2014

Customers invited to scare staff in person or via Snapchat for discounts and a chance at a free combo.

Burger King takes a bite out of nugget pricing

October 6, 2014

Burger King announced that it would drop the price of its 10-piece chicken nuggets to $1.49 for a limited time at participating stores.

Carvel unveils New Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream Treats this fall

October 6, 2014

Carvel is rolling out several new pumpkin-flavored seasonal offerings along with several Halloween-themed treats for a limited time this fall.

Wendy's honoring student athletes with High School Heisman Awards

October 6, 2014

Wendy's is inviting high school seniors who excel in academics and athletics to apply for its High School Heisman Award.

McDonald's Australia testing upscale burger options

October 6, 2014

McDonald's Australia is testing an upscale burger menu at a location in Sydney.

Vegas-area McDonald's, Lexus teaming up for Ronald McDonald House fundraiser

October 6, 2014

The McDonald's Owner-Operators of Greater Las Vegas and Lexus of Las Vegas announced plans to present the HeART of Giving Gala on Oct. 18 from 6-10 p.m. at the…

Good Times announces 11.9% same-store sales increase for Q4

October 6, 2014

Good Times Restaurants Inc. announced that its Good Times' same store sales increased 11.9 percent in its fourth fiscal quarter ending Sept. 30 over the prior…

North American Securities Administrators Association issues new guidance for franchise disclosure documents

October 3, 2014

The guidelines clarify the distinctions between single-unit, area rep and area development offerings and urge uniform terminology in franchise disclosure…

Cousins Subs teams up with Wisconsin Badgers to serve home games

October 3, 2014

Cousins Subs announced it has teamed up with the University of Wisconsin – Madison Athletics to offer sub sandwiches at Badgers' sporting events.

Krispy Kreme chief financial officer announces retirement

October 3, 2014

Consumers rank Burger King, Five Guys tops for burgers

October 3, 2014

McDonald's global same-store sales may have been struggling recently, but is French fries haven't lost their luster to American consumers. According to a new…

Chick-fil-A enters Connecticut

October 3, 2014

Chick-fil-A will open its first Connecticut location next week in Brookfield. According to a story in Bethel’s HamletHub, this will mark the first of four…

SoCal McDonald's invite teachers behind the counter to raise funds

October 3, 2014

Southern California McDonald's restaurants are hosting their annual McTeacher's Night fundraisers throughout October. As part of the promotion, school…

Service, menu variety drive late-night dining occasions

October 2, 2014

New research from Technomic examines the drivers of late-night dining occasions. While most dinners are prepared at home, 53 percent of consumers use…