Kentucky company launches self-service reservations widget

August 26, 2014

Louisville, Ky.-based QSR Automation announced the release of DineTime Host version 3.0, a browser widget that when added to a restaurant's website provides…

5 reasons restaurants should offer gift cards

Gift cards are a low-cost marketing tool that can help any size restaurant boost sales, order values and profit margins, and can deepen customer relationships.

Perceptions of McDonald's, Wendy's decline; Burger King on the rise

August 25, 2014

Recent research reveals that customers' perceptions of McDonald's continues to plummet, while Burger King brand perception is on the rise. Wendy's perception…

Dunkin' Donuts rolls out pumpkin-themed fall menu selections

August 25, 2014

Dunkin' Donuts recently announced its new and returning pumpkin-themed menu additions for fall.

Hardee's, Viamedia announce $10,000 college fund contest

August 22, 2014

Hardee's Restaurants LLC has partnered with Viamedia to award a qualifying Kentucky student a $10,000 college tuition fund. The 2014 Hardee's $10,000 College…

Sonic announcing 'Mystery Disappearing Slush' this week only on social media

August 20, 2014

This week, Sonic Drive-In is using social media channels only to announce a secret "Mystery Disappearing Slush" flavor that will only be available this…

Church's Chicken celebrating National Chicken, Biscuit and Honey Month in September

August 20, 2014

September is National Biscuit Month, so Church's Chicken is going one better, by celebrating National Chicken, Biscuit and Honey Month at all Church's…

Cinnabon launches baking kit in selected Walmart locations

August 20, 2014

With the introduction of the Cinnabon Baking Kit, available exclusively at 2,500 Walmart stores, consumers can now create the popular cinnamon rolls at…

Cousins Subs awards $3,000 grant to Hope House

August 20, 2014

The Cousins Subs Make It Better Foundation has awarded Hope House of Milwaukee, Inc. a $3,000 grant to support the Shining Stars Youth Education Program in…

McDonald's launching line of home brew coffee

August 20, 2014

McDonald's is partnering with Kraft to launch a line of McCafe products for home brewing.

Krispy Kreme cooks up K-Cups

August 19, 2014

The Krispy Kreme doughnut chain is sending its coffee home with fans for one-touch brewing from new K-Cup packs, the company announced.

Whataburger's Signature Sauces and Original Mayo now in stores

August 19, 2014

Whataburger's Signature Sauces, previously available only on Whataburger's burgers and sandwiches, are now available for home dining through H-E-B and Central…

Canadians voting on new Tim Hortons donut

August 19, 2014

A celebrity panel has selected finalists in the Tim Hortons Duelling Donuts contest, and Canadians have through Aug. 27 to cast their vote for a winner.

Taco Bell intros new, 11-item Dollar Cravings menu

August 18, 2014

Starting today, Taco Bell will help its customers to be "ballers on a budget" with the launch of its Dollar Cravings menu, which offers 11 "craveable…

Arby's redefines target audience after year-long review

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain has ramped up the number of new products in test four-fold in the past four years.

Taco John's launches 'Unwrap the Original' rebranding campaign

August 15, 2014

Taco John's recently launched a new tagline, advertising campaign and website urging customers to "Unwrap the Original."

Wendy's releases final #PretzelLoveSongs Music Video

August 14, 2014

Wendy's made the return of the Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger permanent today, announcing its addition to the menu as "Combo No. 11" in a dance-pop anthem inspired…

Webinar on beacons, geofencing now available

August 13, 2014

The free webinar Using Beacon Technology and Geofencing In Your Restaurant sponsored by Splick.it and hosted by FastCasual.com earlier this week is now…

Hot Dog on a Stick to offer free lemonade for National Lemonade Day

August 13, 2014

Hot Dog on a Stick will mark National Lemonade Day by offering a free regular size lemonade per person on Wednesday, Aug. 20.

Beacon technology enabling restaurant commerce and communication

With geo-triggered ordering, customers make their order in advance and the order gets pushed to the kitchen only when the customer walks in.