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…

Whataburger's Whatafries snack option now available for retail

June 19, 2013

H-E-B and Whataburger have teamed up to introduce Whatafries, french fries cut from real potatoes that can be heated or eaten straight out of the bag.

Captain D's plans to rollout grilled menu in 2014

June 19, 2013

Captain D's continued its record-setting performance in the second quarter of 2013. Posting another quarter of positive same-store sales increases, the…

Carl's Jr. taps Jenny McCarthy to push new salads

June 19, 2013

Carl's Jr. has added two new salads to its premium menu offerings: the Cranberry Apple Walnut Grilled Chicken Salad and BBQ Ranch Grilled Chicken Salad. They…

Report: Limited-service restaurants fighting harder for customers

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

According to a new report from the National Restaurant Association, concepts are adding off-peak hours, off-premise business and retail options as…

Bruster's Real Ice Cream adds three seasonal flavors

June 17, 2013

Bruster's Real Ice Cream has added three seasonal flavors to its line-up of frozen treats. Through July, Bruster's will offer black raspberry and black…

McDonald's late-night breakfast tests well, will expand

June 13, 2013

McDonald's late-night breakfast menu test, taking place in the Central Ohio market for nearly a year, was successful enough to lead to a broader rollout.

Jack in the Box launches iced coffee line

June 13, 2013

Beginning today, Jack in the Box restaurants will feature four new products, including its new line of iced coffee with two initial flavors — original and…

Cinnabon rolls out a trio of summer beverages

June 12, 2013

Cinnabon has rolled out new summer-inspired beverages, including one that pairs the brand with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for the first time.

Wendy's hosting annual Father's Day adoption promotion

June 11, 2013

Wendy's is set to host its annual Father's Day Frosty Fundraiser to help the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

Food Network Canada's Donut Showdown winner on Tim Hortons' menu

June 11, 2013

Tim Hortons' donut line-up now features the Apple Cobbler Donut, inspired by Food Network Canada's Donut Showdown. The new offering is available along with a…

Baskin-Robbins showcases Father's Day cakes

June 11, 2013

Baskin-Robbins is offering two ice cream cakes for Father's Day, the Tool Box Cake and the Dad's Shirt Cake.

Cuisine Solutions discusses sous-vide technique

Chef Bruno Bertin from Cuisine Solutions discusses the sous-vide cooking technique, which is making a comeback at many restaurants. The technique uses a vacuum…

KFC's Zinger Double Down returns to Canada

June 10, 2013

KFC Canada has brought back the hot and spicy Zinger Double Down sandwich in stores through July 14.

White Castle crowdsourcing Slider recipes

June 10, 2013

White Castle is calling for entries for the 2013 Crave Time Cook-Off, which challenges fans to buy a sack of 10 Sliders and create a unique recipe.

Sonic puts a twist on the club sandwich

June 10, 2013

Sonic Drive-In has introduced the Asiago Caesar Chicken Club Sandwich, available for lunch or dinner.

Hot Dog on a Stick hosting $1 promotional day

June 7, 2013

Hot Dog on a Stick is hosting $1 Hot Dog Day in celebration of what would be its founder Dave Barham's 100th birthday. The event will be held on June 13 from…