Free webinar: Is your mobile app making you more money?

February 19, 2013

Mobile apps can be used to reduce costs and increase revenues while delivering insight into how customers behave, but just having any mobile app isn't enough.

NAPICS '13: State of the frozen dessert segment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Although the restaurant industry is recovering, it could take until 2020 to reach pre-Recession growth levels.

Popeyes offers a chance to win Cajun-style catering event

February 19, 2013

Popeyes is pushing its catering platform by offering a chance for fans to win "The Big Cajun Surf & Turf Get Together."

Video: Expert on Millennials shares tips on how to reach them

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Millennials want to co-create your product and share it with their friends.

Using mobile to differentiate your business and drive profits

With professional retail systems, customers also can perks based on actual accrued purchase amounts, allowing them the flexibility to earn rewards for more…

Krystal introduces breakfast value meal

February 18, 2013

Select Krystal restaurants are offering a 3 for $3 Mix and Match breakfast value meal, with a choice of any on-the-go breakfast products (Krystal Sunrise…

Tim Hortons' RRRoll up the Rim sweepstakes returns

February 18, 2013

Tim Hortons' annual RRRoll up the Rim to Win sweepstakes is back at restaurants throught Canada and the U.S.

Lobster and Seafood Sub returns to Quiznos for limited time

February 18, 2013

Quiznos is bringing back a fan favorite for Lenten season. The Lobster & Seafood Salad Sub and the Lobster & Seafood Salad are now available for a…

Burger King shifting to value messaging amidst tight competition

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Operations coaches now working with restaurant teams to standardize the customer experience across the U.S. system.

Shrimp Tampico earns permanent spot on Taco Cabana menu

February 15, 2013

Taco Cabana has added Shrimp Tampico as a permanent menu item available year-round. The item, a former seasonal favorite, is served as either a quesadilla or…

Back Yard Burgers adds first fish sandwich

February 14, 2013

Back Yard Burgers is adding a meat-free option for its guests, the Bold and Crunchy Fish Sandwich, available through March 31, at all 83 locations.

Dunkin' Donuts names new Hispanic marketing agency

February 13, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts today announced that Miami-based Zubi Advertising has been appointed as the new Hispanic marketing and advertising agency. Zubi will be…

Taco Bell's Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos launching March 7

February 13, 2013

Taco Bell will launch its second version of Doritos Locos Tacos nationwide on March 7 —Cool Ranch. The Cool Ranch taco rollout comes about a year after the…

QSRs go fishing for Lenten season

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chains launch a bevy of seafood LTOs, from McDonald's Fish McBites to White Castle's shrimp nibblers.

Report: Restaurants that focus on customer loyalty will win in slow economy

February 12, 2013

With little to no growth forecasted for the restaurant industry in the next several years and consumer frugality being the "new norm," restaurants will need to…

Burger King enhances specialty coffee menu

February 12, 2013

Burger King continues to take a page from rival McDonald's as it today revealed an enhanced coffee platform in restaurants nationwide. The lineup, blended by…

Emotional engagement is key to driving brand loyalty

February 11, 2013

Emotional engagement is the dominant driver of purchase decisions and brand loyalty now that promotions and discounting have reached saturation levels…

Subway partnership supports celebrity YouTube channel

February 11, 2013

Young Hollywood LLC has extended its partnership with Subway Restaurants to create a new weekly video series that airs exclusively on Young Hollywood's YouTube…

A&W launches interactive 'Burping Rooty' mobile app

February 8, 2013

Smartphone users who download A&W's new, free "Burping Rooty" app and then rate their experience on iTunes or Android will earn a chance to win Bear Bucks.

KFC offers chance to win a trip to Country Music Awards

February 8, 2013

KFC has brought back its Chunky Chicken Pot Pie, featuring chicken, diced potatoes, green peas and carrots in a savory home-style sauce and topped with a…