Update: KFC denies opening in sanctioned Iran

February 27, 2012

Last week it was reported that KFC opened a restaurant in Iran despite U.S. sanctions put into place over the country's lack of transparency regarding…

KFC joins British Retail Consortium

February 15, 2012

KFC has become the latest foodservice company to join the British Retail Consortium (BRC).

KFC sharing secrets to fans on Facebook, Twitter

February 13, 2012

Beginning today, KFC will give away hundreds of gift certificates to fans who stay alert to "secret" posts from KFC's Twitter handle (@kfc_colonel) and…

Burger King offering two February deals

February 10, 2012

Burger King is offering two deals for February – one that provides an opportunity to try a new variation of its breakfast sandwiches, and another that features…

Yum! Brands to continue bullish growth after posting 30% profit

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Louisville, Ky.-based Yum! Brands has found its sweet spot in China, posting 19 percent same-store sales growth in that country in 2011. The company reported…

Chick-fil-A hits $4 billion in annual sales

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

February 7, 2012

Chick-fil-A Inc. exceeded $4 billion in annual sales in 2011, a record for the Atlanta-based chain.

QSRs embracing Super Bowl marketing juggernaut

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Sales of chicken wings expected to surpass pizza for the game.

Popeyes' rolls out Garlic Pepper Wicked Chicken

January 31, 2012

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., has added a twist to its popular Wicked Chicken with the launch of the new Garlic Pepper Wicked…

KFC taps NFL vet Shannon Sharpe for Super Bowl promo

January 27, 2012

KFC is celebrating its Hot Wings – and the Super Bowl – by giving away an ultimate viewing party for the game, Feb. 5. To promote the campaign, the chain has…

Popeyes' increases fiscal guidance for 2011

January 26, 2012

AFC Enterprises Inc., the franchisor and operator of Popeyes restaurants, reported selected unaudited results for its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year…

McDonald's Chicken McBites hit the menu

January 25, 2012

After testing in a handful of markets, the limited time McDonald's Chicken McBites rolled out this week to a broader audience nationwide.

McDonald's reports 11 percent profit, plans 1,300 new stores

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chicken McBites, blueberry banana nut oatmeal and Cherry Berry Chiller iced beverage ready for menu debut.

Chick-fil-A planning 8 Houston area units

January 24, 2012

Chick-fil-A has plans to open eight new units in the Houston market this year. The first restaurant is set to open Jan. 26 in Pearland, Texas, according to the…

How Subway created the top brand buzz

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Differentiation is the key to generating — and maintaining — positive consumer perception.

KFC issues layoffs at Louisville headquarters

January 19, 2012

An unknown number of KFC employees were issued pink slips Thursday at parent company Yum! Brands' headquarters in Louisville, Ky.

Church's Chicken changes up leadership team

January 17, 2012

Atlanta-based Church's Chicken has announced a handful of changes to its leadership team, spearheaded by newly appointed CEO Jim Hyatt.

KFC rewarding fans of NFL's losing teams

January 10, 2012

KFC has launched a new promotion for fans of NFL teams that do not make it to the Super Bowl in February.

Chick-fil-A grills chicken nuggets for healthier kid's meal

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

January 9, 2012

As more quick-service chains add healthier options to their kids' meals, such as apple slices and milk, Chick-fil-A has gone a step further, introducing…

Fish tacos take over El Pollo Loco menu

January 3, 2012

The culinary experts at El Pollo Loco have given the fish taco a tasty new twist. In restaurants now through mid-April 2012, El Pollo Loco will offer two new…

Student earns $20K KFC scholarship from Twitter photo

December 20, 2011

The sixth annual KFC Colonel's Scholars Program has awarded a grand prize winner a $20,000 scholarship based on a single photo shared via Twitter.