Franchising News & Media
Taco John's adds two development execs to fuel 'dramatic' growth
July 3, 2013
With a new CEO on board and aggressive growth goals in place, Taco John's International has added two development specialists with a combined 44 years of QSR…
read nowPollo Tropical expands Costa Rican presence
July 3, 2013
Pollo Tropical has opened its 34th internationally franchised location in the Escazú region of the San Jose province of Costa Rica.
read nowKFC ready to open a fast casual spinoff?
July 2, 2013
In the spring, KFC closed one of its flagship units in its hometown of Louisville, Ky., to remodel into what the company calls an "Innovation Restaurant." The…
read nowEdible Arrangements launches to-go prototype for high-traffic venues
July 2, 2013
Edible Arrangements has launched new Edible To Go locations designed specifically for shopping malls and other high-traffic venues. The streamlined mall units…
read nowKrispy Kreme marks Mexico milestone with new international café store design
July 2, 2013
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation today announced that its franchise partner, Taco Holding, S.A. de C.V, will open its 100th doughnut shop on Saturday. The…
read nowDippin' Dots brand enters Greek market
July 1, 2013
Dippin' Dots LLC has announced its expansion into Greece as part of the company's initiative to grow in Europe and Asia, among other international markets.
read nowFranchising sales, growth up 10 percent in 2012
July 1, 2013
Because of more available credit and numerous acquisition opportunities, the largest restaurant franchisees in the U.S. grew in size and scope in 2012…
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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.
read nowSonic targeting small towns in expansion bid
June 25, 2013
As Sonic Drive-In continues franchise development across the country, the company has its sights set on a particular market segment — small towns throughout…
read nowBaskin-Robbins plans South Africa, Germany expansion
June 24, 2013
Baskin-Robbins announced today plans to develop locations in major metropolitan areas across South Africa and Germany. This effort is part of Baskin-Robbins…
read nowBojangles' recognizes top franchisees
June 24, 2013
The Seneca, S.C.-area Bojangles', located on Highway 123 Bypass, has won first place in the company's ShowBo awards. The award is based on an evaluation…
read nowTexas Del Taco opens with eClub promotion
June 21, 2013
San Marcos, Texas, is the location of the newest Del Taco. The restaurant opened this week at 660 E. Hopkins St., near I-35 at exit 205. It is open 24 hours…
read nowBurger King now delivering to Boston
June 20, 2013
Burger King has expanded its BK Delivers program to Boston, with five participating restaurants now on the roster and more expected to join.
read nowSonic plans further SoCal expansion
June 20, 2013
Sonic Drive-In is diving deeper into Carl's Jr. and In-N-Out Burger territory. The chain announced today that it has signed an agreement with existing…
read nowPizza Hut franchisee acquires more Wendy's restaurants
June 20, 2013
A week after announcing a plan to acquire 24 Wendy's restaurants in the Kansas City, Mo., market, NPC International is adding even more to its portfolio.
read nowRestaurant chains capitalize on increase in SBA lending
June 20, 2013
A new report released at the start of the International Franchise Expo in New York City shows that U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending to…
read nowCaptain 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…
read nowBaskin-Robbins adds unprecedented franchise development incentives
June 17, 2013
Baskin-Robbins announced today the introduction of development incentives in 2013 for new franchisees and military veterans. These limited-time only…
read nowSonic expanding Northeast U.S. footprint
June 17, 2013
Sonic Drive-In has signed an agreement for franchise development of five new drive-ins in the Rochester, N.Y., market throughout the next four years. The…
read nowNathan's Famous turns in 21-percent profit for the year
June 14, 2013
Nathan's Famous Inc. reported results for its fiscal year ended March 31, which included a net income increase of 21.3 percent.
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