Operators upgrade POS systems instead of replacing

March 29, 2006

With today's tight budgets, it may not make financial sense for operators to invest in a new POS system. That was the case for Chris Nonnemaker, a franchise…

Yum! Brands only QSR in Hispanic Top 50 poll

March 28, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Yum! Brands Inc. has been named one of Hispanic Trends magazine's "Top 50 Corporations for Supplier Diversity" for its efforts to work with…

Del Taco signs new media group

March 21, 2006

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Del Taco Inc. and Palisades Media Group have reached an agreement for Palisades to oversee the company's media buying and planning for…

KFC and Taco John's discuss coupon strategy

Despite gift cards' success, coupons still bring in customers.

Del Taco create "Jaws" ad to promote Crispy Fish Burrito

March 2, 2006

Del Taco updated its menu with the Crispy Fish Burrito. The new item features two crispy fish fillets, ancho chili sauce, crunchy cabbageand freshly made…

Del Taco selects Radiant Systems

February 5, 2006

ATLANTA — Del Taco selected Radiant Systems Inc. as its technology provider for more than 250 corporate and franchisee locations. Del Taco's complete solution…

Captain D's buys Del Taco

February 2, 2006

Taco Del Mar enters Oklahoma

January 31, 2006

SEATTLE — Taco Del Mar is opening a store in Midwest City, Okla. Developers Raymond and Meri Walker of TDM Development of Oklahoma LLC announced plans to open…

Taco Bell employees prevent robbery attempt

January 30, 2006

Star News: A Tennessee man's attempt to rob a Taco Bell was foiled when employees prevented him from leaving the restaurant.   After Hendersonville Police…

Taco Bell's Crunchwrap Supreme back by popular demand

January 29, 2006

IRVINE, Calif. — Taco Bell announced its most portable and popular menu item, the Crunchwrap Supreme, will be a permanent menu addition at participating Taco…

Taco Bueno expands

January 24, 2006

Plans are on the menu at Taco Bueno. Palladium Equity Partners, parent of  Taco Bueno, recently welcomed John Miller as Taco Bueno's new chief executive…

Taco Bueno planning San Antonio restaurant expansion

January 19, 2006

San Antonio Business Journal: Taco Bueno Restaurants signed franchise agreements with five new groups that will open more than 70 new locations across the…

Taco Del Mar to open in London

January 18, 2006

SEATTLE — Taco Del Mar said it will open its first restaurant in London this fall. The company announced earlier in the week it would also open stores in…

Taco Del Mar expands in Canada

January 17, 2006

Canadian Press: Seattle-based Taco Del Mar plans to develop up to 300 franchises in Canada over the next four years in a deal with British Columbia-based TDM…

McDonald's: Why don't you just ... ?

November 28, 2005

Pershing Square Capital Management's Bill Ackman unveiled a plan to help McDonald's unlock the hidden value of its substantial real estate portfolio.

Taco Bueno opens first franchise unit in Fayetteville, Arkansas

November 21, 2005

Mexican quick-service restaurant chain Taco Bueno opens its very first franchise unit in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The franchise is the result of a 10-month-old…

Del Taco names Sharon Fogg Marketing VP

November 9, 2005

LAKE FOREST, Calif., Oct 26, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Del Taco Inc. has tapped Sharon Fogg, an industry veteran with marketing stints at Burger King and Imasco…

Good traffic, but less spending expected in slowing economy

Every segment of the restaurant industry will feel the impact of reduced spending, but experts believe that the quick-service segment will suffer the least for…

Zagat releases 2006 New York City Restaurant Survey

October 16, 2005

And the Winners Are: Le Bernardin Top Food, Gramercy Tavern Most Popular, Daniel for Decor, per se Takes Best Service and Nets Highest Overall Ratings In Best…

Mexican quick-service restaurant expands nationally

October 11, 2005

Taco Bueno adds Central States Bueno, Llc. to its growing list of new franchisees, planning more growth in Kansas and Nebraska. Mexican quick-service…