Vending innovations pose threat to QSR segment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Tech advances help machines evolve from candy-filled office staples to fresh pizza providers.

Mark Cuban becomes eThor investor

July 31, 2012

Tech entrepreneur Mark Cuban has invested an undisclosed amount in Calgary, Canada-based eThor, the company has announced.

June Restaurant Performance Index shows improved conditions

July 30, 2012

Bolstered by stronger same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) stood above 10…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's parent company going public

July 30, 2012

CKE Inc. has announced that it has commenced an initial public offering of 13.3 million shares of its common stock at an anticipated public offering price…

Dunkin' Brands' solid sales driven by cold beverages, sandwiches

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Company plans to introduce K-Cups in California Baskin-Robbins stores, launch new mobile app.

Taco Bell's green prototype unit to open in W. Va.

July 27, 2012

A new Taco Bell restaurant in Kenova, W. Va., features numerous green elements including LED lamps, a recirculating waterfall in the drive-thru and insulating…

Seven universities launch petitions to remove Chick-fil-A

July 26, 2012

Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy's recent comments against gay marriage continue to generate ire from various factions.

Spread of hours in New York

by Rick Casmass — VP Marketing, Valiant

Are you familiar with the regulation regarding the spread of hours in New York? It applies to virtually every restaurant in the state and failure to adhere to…

Rex's Chicken reports 9 percent sales growth

July 25, 2012

Beautiful Brands International (BBI) is celebrating the second anniversary of Rex's Chicken this week at its current location in Tulsa, Okla. The anniversary…

Consumer visit and spending gains buoy restaurant count increases

July 24, 2012

With U.S. restaurant visits and consumer spending increasing after a recessionary slump, the restaurant industry posted a 0.5 percent gain in restaurant counts…

Nat'l Restaurant Assoc. to NY Health Board: Beverage ban ineffective

July 24, 2012

New York’s proposed beverage ban is a misguided and ineffective tactic against obesity and unfairly targets the restaurant industry, a leading job creator in…

Hardee's franchisee deploys video-based business intelligence solution

July 24, 2012

Envysion Inc., a Managed Video as a Service (MVaaS) provider, has announced that Boddie-Noell Enterprises has selected Envysion to provide video-driven…

McDonald's focusing on value in slowing global economy

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Breakfast and beverage platforms continue to gain momentum.

Chick-fil-A backlash continues with Boston mayor, the Muppets

July 23, 2012

The fallout over Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy's recent comments against gay marriage has continued with the Boston mayor and the Jim Henson Company chiming…

Wendy's franchisee on track for 150 restaurant growth plan

July 20, 2012

Michigan-based Meritage Hospitality Group Inc., a Wendy's franchise operator, has reported a 3.9 percent sales increase for its second quarter.

Baskin-Robbins closing manufacturing plant in Ontario

July 19, 2012

In October, Baskin-Robbins will close its Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, manufacturing plant and shift production to existing partner suppliers. Production of…

Boardwalk Fresh Burgers and Fries launches mobile loyalty program

July 19, 2012

Cardagin Networks Inc., a provider of Mobile Relationship Management (MRM) platforms, has announced that it has partnered with Boardwalk Fresh Burgers and…

Credit Card Skimming – A business and customer nightmare

"Hey man; how do like your job at that fast food place?"

How food trucks started a retail revolution

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Citing the success of the food truck segment, numerous retailers have launched retail trucks, selling everything from shoes to flowers.

McDonald's declines Olympic tax break

July 18, 2012

London's Olympic Games sponsors headquartered outside of the United Kingdom are eligible for a tax exemption, but McDonald's has declined the benefit.