Wendy's CEO: More product innovation to come

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The brand will continue to work toward having fast casual-quality food and experience at a QSR price point.

Dunkin' celebrates the Royal Baby

July 24, 2013

News organizations, social media fans and British tabloids aren't the only entities celebrating this week's birth of the Royal Baby, the son of Prince William…

DQ taps Miss America as Miracle Treat Day spokesperson

July 24, 2013

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and participating Dairy Queen locations throughout the U.S. and Canada will celebrate the 8th Annual DQ Miracle Treat Day…

Sneak peek at KFC eleven's menu

July 24, 2013

Louisville Eater has obtained a copy of KFC's new concept's menu. The concept, called KFC eleven, is set to open next week in the Highlands neighborhood of the…

Taco Bell's focus on Millennials means no more kids' meals

July 23, 2013

Taco Bell's kids' meals are on the chopping block. The company announced today that it will completely eliminate kids' meals, and their accompanying toys…

Carl's Jr. creates Strawberry Pop-Tarts ice cream sandwich

July 23, 2013

Carl's Jr. has introduced the Hand-Scooped Strawberry Pop-Tarts Ice Cream Sandwich. Originally tested in April at a few Southern California locations, the…

Chick-fil-A testing new breakfast offerings

July 23, 2013

Chick-fil-A is currently testing new breakfast items in a handful of markets, including Middle Georgia, Inland Empire, Calif., and Philadelphia.

Cousins Subs tests a variety of new menu items

July 23, 2013

Cousins Subs is testing new menu offerings in select locations with an objective of giving customers more choices. New menu items include Wisconsin cheese…

Hot Dog on a Stick opens first California drive-thru unit

July 23, 2013

Hot Dog on a Stick has opened its first drive-thru location in California. The Hesperia, Calif., unit will celebrate its grand opening on "National Drive-Thru…

KFC turns up the heat on its bites

July 23, 2013

KFC has launched Hot & Spicy Bites, an extension of its boneless chicken line introduced earlier this year. The Hot Shot Bites come as a 6-piece combo for…

Why one regional QSR chose a branded mobile payment app

Now, offering an app that replicates website content won't surprise and delight your customers, nor will accepting the same payment app as the cafe down…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's kick off X-Men promotion

July 22, 2013

CKE Restaurants Holdings Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurants and 20th Century Fox, announced a promotional partnership for the…

McDonald's CEO: 'We expect remainder of 2013 to remain challenging'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

In addition to pricing adjustments, McDonald's anticipates new product news and 'more suggestive' selling strategies at the order point to encourage trials.

Cat Cora: When starting a restaurant, 'test the waters and protect your idea'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

To ensure your passion won't diminish for your business, it's important to stay innovative and keep things fresh.

Culver's awards $300K in scholarships to employees

July 18, 2013

This week, Culver's awarded nearly $300,000 in scholarships to further the education of 249 team members nationwide through the company's Very Important…

Arby's spotlights Classic Roast Beef for anniversary promotion

July 18, 2013

Arby's is celebrating its 49th anniversary celebration on July 23 by offering a coupon for its signature Classic Roast Beef Sandwich for 64 cents. Arby's…

NFC technology will put the 'fast' back in 'fast food' (Commentary)

NFC adoption will accelerate in the restaurant industry in the form of payments, loyalty programs, customer reviews and more.

Free webinar gives secrets to mobile marketing

July 17, 2013

Nearly 100 restaurant operators learned about mobility marketing last week during a free Webinar: "Secrets For Connecting With the Mobile Customer: Apps Are…

Baskin-Robbins' new store design showcases brand's heritage

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The updated store image will be introduced throughout the next several months and includes digital menu boards, new 'super-sized' graphics, a 'Heritage' wall…

NRA adds staff to communications department

July 17, 2013

The National Restaurant Association has hired a new media relations manager in its communications department, and has also created a new position dedicated to…