Long John Silver's slammed for use of transfat

July 2, 2013

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) today unveiled its "Worst Restaurant Meal in America" as Long John Silver's Big Catch.

Avocado debuts on the Whataburger menu

July 2, 2013

For the first time ever, fresh avocado will be available to add to any Whataburger menu item. To celebrate, Whataburger is also serving a new, limited-time…

QSR menu trends of 2013 (so far)

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brands are focusing on value platforms and the three B's — bread, breakfast and beverages.

Cocktails now on tap at Burger King Japan

July 1, 2013

On Friday, Burger King Japan announced the addition of alcoholic drinks at three restaurants in Tokyo. They include mojitos and pink daiquris.

Carl's Jr., Hardee's leverages Epic Meal Time for new TV spot

July 1, 2013

Hardee's and Carl's Jr. are airing a new commercial highlighting their new Super Bacon Cheeseburger, which features six slices of bacon. The commercial…

Dunkin' Donuts' brings heat to breakfast sandwich lineup

June 30, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts has rolled out a new Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sandwich and Hot & Spicy Wake-Up Wrap. The sandwich includes a spicy omelet featuring…

QSR smoothie manufacturer opens distribution with Sysco

June 28, 2013

Barfresh Food Group Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, including smoothies, shakes and frappes, today announced that it has…

Great American Cookies adds two new flavors

June 28, 2013

Great American Cookies has introduced two new flavors to its Double Doozie portfolio, the Red Velvet Brownie Double Doozie and the Fudge Brownie Double Doozie.

Del Taco brings back shredded pork carnitas

June 27, 2013

Del Taco has brought back its shredded pork carnitas product line for a limited time.

Culver's TV spot highlights partnership with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups

June 27, 2013

Reese's Peanut Butter Cups availability in the Culvers' Concrete Mixers lineup is now being highlighted in Culver's ongoing "Welcome to Delicious" campaign…

Popeyes' Zatarain's Butterfly Shrimp back on the menu

June 26, 2013

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has once again partnered with fellow New Orleans' brand Zatarain's to bring back the Zatarain's Butterfly Shrimp. The combo offering…

Popeyes to take advantage of QSR's 'wide open' seafood space

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company is also expecting its strongest year for unit growth this year.

Sonic's hot dogs now available in pretzel buns

June 26, 2013

The pretzel bread trend continues to accelerate in the QSR space. Sonic announced it will begin serving pretzel dogs — its beef hot dogs served in pretzel buns.

Wendy's: Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger is brand's most anticipated new product

June 25, 2013

Earlier this year, the pub-style cheeseburger outperformed any other promotional hamburger in test markets in Wendy's recent history.

Krispy Kreme jumps on the sweet/salty bandwagon

June 25, 2013

The sweet/salty combination has been identified by many as strong trend this year and now Krispy Kreme has thrown its hat in the ring. The brand has introduced…

Tim Hortons teams up with Jason Priestly for donut crowdsourcing contest

June 24, 2013

For the first time in Tim Hortons' history, Canadians have the chance to create what could be the next donut to be added to the company's menu. Starting today…

Frozen desserts: What fast casuals can learn from QSRs

To win the ice cream fans over, find a niche that your competitors can't.

Chick-fil-A adds three new entrée salads, dressings

June 20, 2013

Chick-fil-A introduced three new entrée salads and an "improved" cool wrap to the menu this week. New salad dressings have been added to the menu as well…

Dunkin' Donuts ready to introduce gluten-free pastries systemwide

June 20, 2013

In what Bloomberg is calling a "fast food first," Dunkin' Donuts is ready to roll out gluten-free doughnuts and muffins across the U.S. system later this year.

Taco Bell testing 'Power Protein' menu

June 19, 2013

Taco Bell plans to test a "Power Protein" menu beginning in July. The test is part of an effort to attract Millienials, the brand's core demographic, who seek…