New Zealand Taco Bell trial put on hold

September 21, 2011

In June, a New Zealand newspaper reported that Restaurant Brands was launching a pilot Taco Bell in Auckland.

Sold: Yum! Brands finds buyers for Long John Silver's, A&W

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

September 21, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. announced today that it has signed definitive agreements to sell Long John Silver's Inc. and A&W Restaurants Inc. to two separate buyers…

Jack in the Box franchisee gets funding for growth

September 20, 2011

GE Capital, Franchise Finance provided $13.2 million to J&D Restaurant Group Inc. for the purchase of 37 Jack in the Box units throughout Central and East…

SSP America debuts new mobile brand

September 13, 2011

SSP America, a foodservice operator in travel locations such as airports and shopping malls throughout the country, is adding a food truck to its portfolio.

Dunkin' Donuts searching for franchisees to expand westward

September 8, 2011

Less than two months after going public, Dunkin' Donuts is expanding its footprint in various markets west of the Mississippi River. Specifically, the company…

Sarku Japan continues expansion, opens in Colombia

September 7, 2011

Sarku Japan continues its aggressive expansion efforts with the opening of three restaurants in Colombia, South America. This initiative is part of a…

Krispy Kreme launches coffee tour, expands in Virginia

September 7, 2011

To celebrate the launch of its new signature coffee line, Krispy Kreme has embarked upon a "Worthy" Tour, delivering sample packs of coffee and Original Glazed…

Rally's plans Indianapolis expansion

September 7, 2011

Rally's is planning to double the number of locations in the Indianapolis market within the next 10 years.

PAR Technology honored by Subway

September 6, 2011

PAR Technology Corporation's largest wholly owned subsidiary, ParTech Inc., has been recognized by Subway restaurants and the Independent Purchasing…

Great American Cookies launches Patriot Program

September 5, 2011

Great American Cookies, managed by GFG Management LLC, has launched its Great American Patriot Program, designed to help members of the armed forces own a…

KFC plans to double Russian presence by 2015

September 5, 2011

Yum! Brands' KFC expects to grow its footprint in Russia to 300 outlets by 2015, a goal that would call for the opening of 30 to 40 restaurants per year.

Tasti D-Lite signs 104 development agreements

September 1, 2011

Tasti D-Lite has signed new development agreements for Tampa, Fla., several counties in New York and Connecticut, and for a network of non-traditional sites…

Subway opens five new green restaurants

August 31, 2011

The Subway restaurant chain has opened five new "eco restaurants." The new units are each designed with green aspects to reduce energy, water and waste…

Panda Express heads to Mexico

August 31, 2011

Panda Express has announced that it will open its first restaurant in Mexico on Sept. 3 in Mexico City. The company is actively looking to open more locations…

McDonald's expansion on track in UAE, China

August 30, 2011

McDonald's UAE is on track to hit its 100th store opening by the end of 2011, according to the Khaleej Times.

QSRs upgrading burgers to keep up with fast casual growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Although McDonald's is still the clear sales-driver in the burger category, fast casual brands now represent a majority of the Top 75 burger concepts in…

Quiznos signs master franchise agreement for India

August 28, 2011

Denver-based Quiznos has signed a new master franchise agreement to bring the chain to Northern and Western India.

A&W Canada urban prototype designed for younger crowd

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

In a break from tradition, 55-year old chain expands in metropolitan markets.

Krispy Kreme turns in hot Q2

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

August 25, 2011

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. reported second quarter 2012 results Thursday, which included the company's best first half performance in seven years.

Quiznos franchisees form association

August 25, 2011

Quiznos Restaurant franchise owners have announced the formation of the Quiznos Franchisee Association (QZFA).