Burger King Japan rolls out Meat Monster

April 10, 2011

Burger King Japan recently introduced a Meat Monster Whopper, a derivative of the classic Whopper with an additional 3.3-ounce beef patty and other items.

Wendy’s heats up french fry wars

April 10, 2011

Wendy's has gained enough confidence about its new natural-cut sea salt french fries to conduct a taste test against McDonald's, which has earned Zagat's Best…

Technomic: Lower calorie items more available

April 7, 2011

Recent research conducted by Technomic finds that more restaurant chains are providing menu items with fewer than 550 calories.

El Pollo Loco plans full debt repayment

April 6, 2011

El Pollo Loco Inc. announced today that it intends to pay in full the Mandatory Principal Redemption Amount of its 14.5 percent Senior Discount Notes due on…

Dunkin’ Donuts tests broader menu

April 6, 2011

Shortly after launching a new Hearty Snacks line nationwide, Dunkin' Donuts announced it is expanding its all-day menu options with a new Chicken Salad…

Mark Wahlberg returns to help Taco Bell graduation program

April 6, 2011

The Taco Bell Foundation for Teens will hold its Graduate To Go fundraiser through April 21 at participating Taco Bell restaurants nationwide.

Baskin-Robbins selects ParTech for POS systems

April 5, 2011

ParTech Inc. (PAR) has been selected by Baskin-Robbins as the exclusive provider of point-of-sale systems to the company's U.S. standalone franchise network.

Good Times sales up from 2010, new AOR tapped

April 5, 2011

Colorado-based Good Times Restaurants Inc. announced its eighth consecutive month of same-store sales increases with March sales up 8.6 percent from the prior…

Bunny cake hops into Cold Stone Creamery Canada for spring

April 5, 2011

The Tim Hortons Originals Bunny Cake, which debuted in the 1980s, has returned to all Tim Hortons/Cold Stone Creamery cobranded restaurants in Canada for a…

Middle East Subways launch Lighten Up campaign

April 5, 2011

Subway restaurants in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Jordan have rolled out its second regional drive for 2011 with…

Kids’ meal ban considered in New York City

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

April 5, 2011

For a handful of Big Apple representatives, it doesn't matter that some quick-service chains offer apple slices in lieu of french fries as a kids' meal side…

Taco Bell Canada jumps on board with beef defense

April 4, 2011

From April 7-13, Taco Bell Canada will offer free tacos at every location across the country. The chain is offering the promotion to celebrate the quality of…

Dunkin’ Donuts launches first-ever loyalty program

April 4, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts has launched its first-ever national loyalty rewards program. The DD Perks program is now offering "Dunkin' Dollars" reward coupons for…

Bojangles’ co-founder dies at 78

April 3, 2011

Jack Fulk, who started the Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits chain in Charlotte, N.C. in 1977 with business partner Richard Thomas, died last week at the…

Burger King signs PepsiCo as Latin American provider

April 3, 2011

Burger King Corporation has signed a multi-year agreement with PepsiCo to be the exclusive soft drink supplier in more than 1,000 restaurants throughout the…

Dunkin’ Donuts launches Hearty Snacks line

April 3, 2011

As quick-service consumers increasingly seek snack-size options to get them through their day, Dunkin' Donuts is heeding the call.

GE Capital: Expect slow, steady restaurant industry gains

April 3, 2011

GE Capital, Franchise Finance held its Restaurant Leadership Conference last week. The conference included results from the 21st edition of the Chain…

Yum! lobbies for food stamp payments

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

April 3, 2011

Louisville, Ky.-based Yum! Brands has been making its case in the Kentucky state capitol of Frankfort to allow food stamp payments at its restaurants.

Tim Hortons adds to menu, tests Panini

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

March 30, 2011

Ontario-based Tim Hortons is testing new Panini sandwiches in Dayton, Ohio and Rochester, N.Y. The company's U.S. operations are based about an hour outside of…

Sarku Japan opens ninth Chicago area store

March 30, 2011

Sarku Japan will open its ninth Chicago area unit on April 7. The teriyaki and sushi express concept's newest location is in Schaumburg, Ill. and will feature…