Chick-fil-A prompts customers to get a moo on

June 23, 2016

Chick-fil-A may well earn itself some free media with a promotion it's staging on July 12 — particularly if that proves to be one of those slow summer news…

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs announces franchise remodel

June 16, 2016

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs is launching its first "Restaurant of the Future," remodeling the 2915 Trailhead Dr. location in Leavenworth, Kansas, according to a…

Free webinar: 'Learn How to Turn Social Followers into Brand Advocates'

June 15, 2016

Today, almost every reputable brand is on social media. But in this competitive market, it's about more than simply having a social presence. If you want to be…

Dunkin' Donuts jumps into on-the-go ordering app nationwide

June 14, 2016

Dunkin' Donuts jumped into the mobile ordering game with both feet this week, announcing that customers who are members of its DD Perks Rewards program…

Warriors win 1 for all of America in Taco Bell promotion

June 13, 2016

Taco Bell will give a free Dorito’s Locos Taco to all interested U.S. customers on June 21 as a result of the "road-win" by the Golden State Warriors in the…

Former Subway spokesperson loses plea for shorter sentence same day Subway wins top sandwich brand of 2016

June 10, 2016

On the same day that the Harris Poll named Subway the 2016 Sandwich Shop Brand of the Year, the man whose face came to symbolize the chain for many years found…

McDonald's remains No. 1 in brand value study

June 8, 2016

The latest brand value ratings are in from the BrandZ annual study and the top three spots are McDonald’s, followed by Starbucks and then, Subway in the No. …

Wendy's expands Japanese presence through hybrid restaurant concept

June 1, 2016

Wendy's is making a big move in Japan with the acquisition of 136 First Kitchen restaurants. The chain and its Japanese franchisee, Suntory Holdings Ltd, will…

Pizza Hut pledges to halt use of BHA/BHT, some preservatives and antibiotics

June 1, 2016

Pizza Hut is getting on board with an industry-wide movement to cut the less healthful ingredients out of its menu, according to a company press release. This…

Jack in the Box exec to share social media strategies during free webinar

May 31, 2016

Nearly every reputable brand is on social media, and in this competitive market, it's about more than simply having a social presence. If you want to be…

Why is Wienerschitzel's CEO wearing a nose ring?

May 17, 2016

Apparently the CBS show, "Undercover Boss," has hit pay-dirt with the restaurant industry. For the second Sunday in a row, the show will feature a restaurant…

Cousins Subs makes sweeping changes to refresh brand, returns to original logo

May 16, 2016

The trend toward modifying businesses that fall strictly into the QSR category into  hybrids that mix quick service with some of the elements of fast casual is…

Golden Krust maximizes 'golden opportunity' with Undercover Boss appearance

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

May 13, 2016

Golden Krust shows how to make the most of a promotional opportunity by using its CEO's upcoming appearance on Undercover Boss to gain sales, customers and…

Marketing firm offers DIY marketing tools for restaurants

May 12, 2016

Restaurants are opening daily across the country, and Take Out PR has opened its own doors to sell them guides and how-tos on how to market their businesses…

Angry Birds fly into Happy Meals

May 10, 2016

McDonald's restaurants are clearing a flight path to land the Angry Birds in all of its 33,000 restaurants later this month when the renowned animated birds…

Subway offering free breakfast sandwiches

April 29, 2016

Subway is offering a free 6-inch breakfast sandwich with the purchase of any sub before 9 a.m. The limited-time offer is valid daily at participating locations…

DQ celebrates Queen Elizabeth's birthday with royal treat

April 21, 2016

The Dairy Queen system is offering to deliver a Royal Blizzard Treat to Queen Elizabeth II to commemorate her 90th birthday.

Blimpie hopes contest will drive online engagement

April 21, 2016

Participants have a chance to win a trip for two to New York City, as well as over $9,000 in cash and instant-win prizes.

Consumers name Dunkin' Donuts, Chick-Fil-A brands of the year

April 20, 2016

More than 97,000 U.S. consumers assessed more than 3,800 brands across nearly 500 categories.

Krystal celebrating 'Take Your Child to Work Day' with 50 cent Pups

April 19, 2016

Krystal restaurants will be celebrating Take Your Child to Work Day April 28 with its Business Lunch.