Sonic burger 'pumps up the jam'

March 29, 2021

Sonic Drive-In has introduced a burger that relies on sweet and savory jam for much of its flavor, along with an abiding faith in Americans' love for all…

Study: QSR price trends do a bit of a flip-flop

March 26, 2021

In the QSR sector, an interesting twist is happening with regard to delivery and dine-in frequency, according to the latest research from Revenue Management…

KFC donates 1M chicken breasts to Meals on Wheels

March 26, 2021

KFC and Meals on Wheels America (MOWA) are undertaking an initiative to help isolated and at-risk older adults as part of Meals on Wheels' "Make Good Go…

IniBurger’s Nashville Hot Chicken puts cool spin on traditional favorite

March 26, 2021

Pleasanton, California-based iniBurger is introducing a Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich to its 100%-halal menu at its Fremont and Pleasanton locations…

Taco Bell brings back 'more craveable' quesalupa

March 10, 2021

Five years after it debuted, Taco Bell is bringing back the Quesalupa, promising that it is "more craveable" than ever and has 50% more cheese, according to a…

Del Taco Q4 results perk up a tough year

March 9, 2021

California-based Mexican-American QSR, Del Taco, roughed it out like so many others in 2020, but was seeing hopeful signs of recovery in Q4 that continue on…

Has food become secondary to foodservice?

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

Being a restaurant customer today involves many considerations beyond just the food itself. In fact, at least one group of forecasters said the food is…

20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch in 2021

Although the pandemic has forced thousands of brands — old and new — to shutter, the newbies on our list of “20 Fast Casual Brands to Watch” are finding ways…

Dunkin' coffee-fied cereal: The back story

March 8, 2021

Last July, Dunkin' worked with Post Consumer Brands to make something java-lovers everywhere had probably long been dreaming of — cereal with coffee in it.

Restaurant industry considered one of winners of American Rescue Plan en route to House

The American Rescue Plan is on its way to the U.S. House for expected passage before heading to the president's desk for signing into law and restaurants stand…

Wienerschnitzel goes 'round the world

March 2, 2021

Wienerschnitzel is taking its dogs on a worldwide spin with three hot dog variations from different points of the globe, according to a news release. They…

Sales soaring at A&W

March 1, 2021

Despite the pandemic, A&W's sales were up 8.5% over last year, and the growth trend is continuing in 2021. January same-store sales climbed 20%, making it…

Dunkin's matcha enters blue mood

February 25, 2021

A full year after Dunkin' initially introduced Matcha Lattes, it's putting the emphasis on the green beverages again, but this time with a tinge of blue. The…

Should pizzerias grow toppings onsite?

Pizza restaurants that grow their own toppings on-site are few and far between, but one company believes its not only possible but cost-effective.

Dippin’ Dots, Doc Popcorn debuting NYC flagship store

February 25, 2021

Dippin' Dots, a flash-frozen beaded ice cream treat, and Doc Popcorn fresh-popped, kettle-cooked popcorn will be available in a co-branded flagship store…

Dutch Bros Coffee launches mobile app

February 24, 2021

Dutch Bros Coffee, based in Grants Pass, Oregon. announced the launch of its mobile app, an easy way for customers to pay for their coffee, earn points and…

Nathan's Famous expands NY Cheesesteak menu

February 24, 2021

Nathan's Famous said adding NY Cheesesteak by Pat LaFrieda to the menu nearly two years ago went over so well with customers that the chain was debuting two…

Chick-fil-A scoring big in Chicken Sandwich Wars ... for now

Today's question for readers: Are we tired of hearing about chicken sandwiches yet? Of course not.

The chicken fight continues ... Taco Bell enters the ring

February 22, 2021

The QSR Chicken Wars are heading into taco territory with Taco Bell debuting a Crispy Chicken Sandwich Taco on March 11 in Nashville, Tennessee, and Charlotte…

Del Taco opens 10th Bakersfield, California store

February 19, 2021

Del Taco is opening a central California store on Stockdale Highway in the River Oaks area of Bakersfield, marking the area's 10 locations, a news release said.