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…

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…

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. 

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, Connect Media

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…

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:

Pssst... QSR execs, got 10 minutes?

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

QSRWeb is seeking answers to its annual state of the industry survey.

Captain D’s boasts growth and expansion

August 2, 2016

Captain D’s seafood concept has announced further expansion in Louisiana, with plans to open 17 new units by the end of 2016, according to a release.

Baskin-Robbins launches mobile app

August 2, 2016

Baskin-Robbins has collaborated with Tillster and DigitasLBI, to create a mobile app.

Bojangles' enters multi-unit deal to expand presence

August 2, 2016

Aiming to expand from its core markets in North and South Carolina, Bojangles' Inc. has entered into a multi-unit development agreement with Angle Inc.

Little Caesars thinks inside the box

August 2, 2016

Little Caesars is bringing back an old favorite in its Box Set, according to a news release. The offering includes four slices of the chain's pepperoni Deep!

Would you like some kimchi in your burrito, sir? A look at Taco Bell's innovation process

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

The public relations folks at Yum! Brands recently took a moment to give us a peek inside their menu innovation process.